Ballast Hose Clamps Idea

[Dave K]

I have concerns of the adjustable type pipe clamps nicking the ballat bag. I think I will try these when I do my new boat. Looks clean and professional. And I don't need to wrap electrical tape around the clamp. Not sure if 1 1/2" shrink tube is available or not?

[chpthril]

I have concerns of the adjustable type pipe clamps nicking the ballat bag. I think I will try these when I do my new boat. Looks clean and professional. And I don't need to wrap electrical tape around the clamp. Not sure if 1 1/2" shrink tube is available or not?

I avoid worm-gear clamps like the plague! They are sharp as hell and tend to cut bags and gingers. Those are great and they do come in stainless steel. only down side is buying the crimpers for a one-time project. I use nylon snap-clamps. nothing but a pair of slip-joint pliers needed to clamp them.

[Dave K]

The crimping tool is very expensive but to rent one for a 1/2 day is not too costly. I do like the nylon ones too. I was really wanting to make the job look Pro, and wanted something different to the reg SS screw type clamp.

[chpthril]

The crimping tool is very expensive but to rent one for a 1/2 day is not too costly. I do like the nylon ones too. I was really wanting to make the job look Pro, and wanted something different to the reg SS screw type clamp.

Thats a good deal if you can rent one. I would definitely use those clamps over the SS worm-gear. They are pretty permanent though, but no big deal if one is using a quick-conn fitting on their ballast system. If you do need to remove one, a flat blade screwdriver with open them up, but it's easier to just use a new one going back instead of trying to reuse the old one.

[jason@wakemakers.com]

You can by a tool for those crimp clamps for $20, which isn't too expensive in the big scheme of things. It's not like a die set for crimping coax or RJ fittings.

We've had absolutely terrible experiences with those nylon clamps, they work fine for a few hours, but never stay put in the long run. I would consider them a temporary solution for a connection that needs to be undone regularly, otherwise go with something more secure.

[kjones247]

How hard is it to remove those types of clamps? I am trying to remove the water distribution housing and it looks like I am going to have to cut the hoses to get it out. I have removed the screw clamps but don't have much space to get to one of these. Any help is appreciated.

[chpthril]

How hard is it to remove those types of clamps? I am trying to remove the water distribution housing and it looks like I am going to have to cut the hoses to get it out. I have removed the screw clamps but don't have much space to get to one of these. Any help is appreciated.

Cut them and use a new one.

[NICKYPOO]

We've had absolutely terrible experiences with those nylon clamps, they work fine for a few hours, but never stay put in the long run. I would consider them a temporary solution for a connection that needs to be undone regularly, otherwise go with something more secure.

I used the nylon ones on mine and have yet to see any issues with them. I've had both 1100#ers full and still no issues. I know I'm not the only one. Just curious why you might end up having issues with them. I was sceptical at first but, with no issues yet, I've really started to like the ease of operation of them.

[IDBoating]

I just bought 100 of these little items for less than $20 shipped (the one on the left):



They sell them on eBay at very reasonable prices. I've cut too many fingers on hose clamps, it was time to do something.

Keep in mind that even if you use another hose clamp solution for your ballast system, your engine compartment is still full of hose clamps from Tige and the engine manufacturer (whether PCM, MP, etc.). These little beauties work on anyone's hose clamps. Next spring it's the first thing I'm doing to my boat, before I start my next wave of improvements to my ballast system.

[NICKYPOO]

You can by a tool for those crimp clamps for $20, which isn't too expensive in the big scheme of things. It's not like a die set for crimping coax or RJ fittings.

We've had absolutely terrible experiences with those nylon clamps, they work fine for a few hours, but never stay put in the long run. I would consider them a temporary solution for a connection that needs to be undone regularly, otherwise go with something more secure.

I used the nylon ones on mine and have yet to see any issues with them. I've had both 1100#ers full and still no issues. I know I'm not the only one. Just curious why you might end up having issues with them. I was sceptical at first but, with no issues yet, I've really started to like the ease of operation of them.

Edit-

I'm certainly not telling you your business. I'm just curious as to what conditions might lead to a failure. I though about using the ones Dave is lookin at but, in the end, I figured I should stick with the nylon as this was my first system. I knew I would be doing some fitting and refitting.

[geek]

Resurrecting an old thread here, but where are you getting the nylon clamps. Went to lowes, home depot and ace today. None of them had them. I would assume auto parts stores would have them but I don't carry them in my stores and try not to buy anything from my national competitors. So, where can I get them?

[Iwndr]

Resurrecting an old thread here, but where are you getting the nylon clamps. Went to lowes, home depot and ace today. None of them had them. I would assume auto parts stores would have them but I don't carry them in my stores and try not to buy anything from my national competitors. So, where can I get them?

Send chpthril a pm or he will reply here in tme. He has them

[Wakeman22]

Lowes sells the tool for $15.00. Saw it a few days ago. I am considering using them. They cut easy with dykes. A screw driver works with some effort. If the nylon will hold that is a good option too.

[chpthril]

Resurrecting an old thread here, but where are you getting the nylon clamps. Went to lowes, home depot and ace today. None of them had them. I would assume auto parts stores would have them but I don't carry them in my stores and try not to buy anything from my national competitors. So, where can I get them?

What size and how many do you need?

[geek]

Using 3/4" hose and want to use them on all the bag connections. 9 is what I would need, but would like some extras in case I need to change things around. 15 or 20 should probably do me.