I just bought a selection pack of different sizes.... zinc plated hose clips for auto work.
Similar to these:
http://www.esska.de/esska_de/bilder/hauptbilder_neu/85_armaturen/857_schellen/857102090_250.jpg
Aren't they supposed to be able to change size.. tighten up?
I've loosened the screw but can't work out whatsoever how to get them to tighten up? If they do tighten up.. I'm wondering if I can get them back to normal size again after?
I want to keep a few sizes in my car incase problems with pipes/exhaust where a workable fix can be made ect.... whereas any mechanic of dealer (stealer) will prolly say.. "oh needs a £800 replacement mate".. but atm I stupidly can't work out how to use them.
Please advise ? :)
2007-06-14 04:20:49 · 2 answers · asked by Joe Bloggs 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Ah tiger... i now feel rightly stupid. You are right. Serves me right for only trying to tighten before with my hands. Screwdriver works and does what you said. :)
2007-06-14 04:29:52 · update #1
When you have placed the clip, tighten the screw which will pull the excess metal through the joint and eventually tighten.
2007-06-14 04:25:32 · answer #1 · answered by Tiger01204 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, just keep turning clockwise and they will tighten.
2007-06-14 11:24:46 · answer #2 · answered by Robin the Electrocuted 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋