ScreaminE
ScreaminE Reader
2/6/14 10:49 a.m.

Nearly every single coolant hose clamp on the Focus is past service. Very rusted. When I changed these out on my Miata I went with OEM Mazda spring clamps. I prefer these for the OEM look and they don't tend to cut the coolant hoses like the worm gear clamps.

I can't find the OEM spring clamps, and even if I did they'd cost a fortune from Ford. Does anyone make aftermarket ones? Do any of you know where I can get worm gear style clamps that don't that won't cut the hose (I know they make these)?

SCARR
SCARR Reader
2/6/14 10:57 a.m.

you mean like dis?

http://www.siliconeintakes.com/index.php?cPath=1&osCsid=5120cb8056c2bbf39c7c7e5619f15541

(t clamps are upgraded worm clamps.)

SlickDizzy
SlickDizzy GRM+ Memberand PowerDork
2/6/14 10:57 a.m.

I always use stainless t-bolt clamps that are a dime a dozen on eBay. Consistent pressure, no hose cutting, and cheap.

unevolved
unevolved Dork
2/6/14 10:59 a.m.

McMaster-Carr has a ton of different hose clamps. You should be able to get exactly what you need.

http://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-hose-clamps/=qksumr

EvanB
EvanB GRM+ Memberand PowerDork
2/6/14 11:04 a.m.

You can buy packs of 100 and be set for life:

http://www.clipsandfasteners.com/Spring_Action_Hose_Clamps_s/673.htm

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