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Title: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: spmoto on July 09, 2023, 08:32:17 PM

I need help identifying the hose clamps pictured and recommendation for the tool needed to work with the clamps. Thanks in advance for any shared wisdom!
Steve
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Title: Re: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: Dirk_S on July 09, 2023, 08:44:44 PM

They look like Oeticker clamps:

https://www.coastalhydraulics.net/technical-library/Oetiker%20Fittings/Oetiker_Clamps.pdf (https://www.coastalhydraulics.net/technical-library/Oetiker%20Fittings/Oetiker_Clamps.pdf)

If they are, there’s a tool used for installation that can also be used to cut it at the ear, but I’ve used end wire cutting pliers before, as well as a small flat head.

Title: Re: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: spmoto on July 09, 2023, 08:49:50 PM

Thanks, Dirk! So, they are not reusable I take it?

Title: Re: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: Dirk_S on July 09, 2023, 08:54:16 PM

Quote from: spmoto on July 09, 2023, 08:49:50 PM

Thanks, Dirk! So, they are not reusable I take it?

Negative. Easy to install though if you have the tool! Prettier than worm drives, too, IMO

Title: Re: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: SIR REAL ED on July 10, 2023, 06:48:04 AM

Dirk is 100% right. 

Personally, I stay away from Oetiker clamps on fuel lines for bikes with carbs simply because I want to be able to remove the fuel line easily in case of a problem and the bike is not in my shop at the time.

I stick with the spring type clamps made from either wire or flat metal.

Title: Re: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: BMCMOTO on July 10, 2023, 09:02:17 AM

I like to use clamps like these.

https://www.gates.com/us/en/fluid-power/engine-hose/hose-clamps-and-couplings.p.7400-000000-000000.html

Available from many sources including McMaster-Carr.

Brian

Title: Re: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: spmoto on July 10, 2023, 12:09:32 PM

Thanks guys. Those Gates clamps look like a good compromise.

Title: Re: fuel line clamp identification
Post by: mechanicsavant on July 10, 2023, 12:43:17 PM

I’ve been using the “gates”type clamps 4 years , no issues .