Subject	The type of needle nose pliers you're using can make a
Posted by	Ghoztt (MD) on June 13, 2022 at 9:11 AM
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In Reply To	On the topic of hose clamps (fuel ones, specifically)... posted by Woodnutz (PA) on June 13, 2022 at 06:03 AM
Message	big difference. I usually use 45 or 90 degree bend needle nose, or a set of hose clamp pliers depending on the application. If you use a straight set of needle nose you'll have a harder time applying even pressure to the metal tabs, which can bend or shear them off. 1993 Nissan 300ZX Slicktop (Oxford Gray Metallic) 1991 Nissan 300ZX Slicktop Track-Star 1992 Nissan Skyline GT-R (Gunmetal Gray) - Long Live the Z and Godzirra! - "Love cars. Love people. Love life." - Mr. K.
Follow Ups	On the topic of hose clamps (fuel ones, specifically)... - Woodnutz (PA) 06:03:09 06/13/22 The type of needle nose pliers you're using can make a - Ghoztt (MD) 09:11:36 06/13/22 Duck bill pliers - Bernie (NoVA) 12:56:03 06/13/22 Thanks, guys. I do have long-reach 45-deg needle nose, but - Woodnutz (PA) 13:16:33 06/13/22 I find that regular old slip-joint pliers - black300zx 14:14:52 06/13/22 Double spring vs single screw - Mike@ZSpeed 18:38:01 06/13/22 Regarding cold-weather fuel leaks, the DL clamps are better - Woodnutz (PA) 06:48:55 06/14/22 Regarding cold-weather fuel leaks, the DL clamps are better - Woodnutz (PA) 21:21:20 06/21/22 I had a post on this a few years ago with pics. - Woody75 (Denver) 09:25:06 06/15/22
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