Very informative. I have to replace a boot on my car and was wondering which exact tool to use. I noticed how the ear of the old clamp looks pushed down in the center and was wondering how that is done.
I have a 2001 Bmw 740il and I’m trying to replace the brake vacuum hose and unfortunately it has these same clips just smaller! Do I need the same tool to remove these clips? Can you recommend another way to remove these stubborn clips? Once removed do you recommended me just using the regular metal clips that have a screw? Or should I use a new set of original clips? Thanks!
I would use original parts from the dealer. I'm replacing a torn axle boot on my Mercedes and picked up all the parts at my local MB dealer. It came out cheaper than buying an aftermarket boot kit. Clamps were around $2-$4, boot was $8.
So how do you fit that big tool inside the engine bay to squeeze the tab? I just did a Nissan inner and outer tie rod and there was no way fit the tool in there
K And, this tool is for CV Boots, most Tech’s use this under the car while the car is on a ramp. No need to put the tool in the engine bay. This tool may not be suitable for every application, but this is the correct tool for the style of clips in the video. I have that helps
@@kdog7469 if replacing inner tie rods theres no reason you cant go from underneath generally speaking. But perhaps zip ties would suit you better or the spring clamps if your particular job is challenging. They are merely dust covers on tie rods not grease boots so you should be fine with zip ties if your stuck
For area of tight access, I often use Hog Ring pliers and they work great. There is a slot in each jaw of the plier that will fit over each side of the CV band clamp point. This performs the same function as the CV Boot pliers- it keeps the clamp point flat while squeezing it. Their are two main advantages for using the hog Ring pliers 1) you can access tight areas because the pliers will lay parallel flat to the CV shaft when using, and 2) you can get these pliers for under $10 all day long, such as Harbor Freight , Farm stores, hardware stores, etc.
It's all relative tho isn't it, are Kennedy good as snap on? No but they will still do the same job. Is a rolex as good as a Casio? No but it still tells the time. Not saying all snap on stuff is amazing as it isn't but you buy it cheap you buy it twice.......
Laser markets exactly the same pliars, exactly!
Very informative. I have to replace a boot on my car and was wondering which exact tool to use. I noticed how the ear of the old clamp looks pushed down in the center and was wondering how that is done.
Exactly what I needed to know, thank you sir!
Always an entertaining video by Nick 🤣👍🏼
Thanks dude!!! You made my life so much easier right now.
I have just replaced the inner tie bar on the steering rack of my wife's Note. These pliers would not work, what i needed was a "side cutter" version.
Ok great tool! And how do you remove the already clipped rings?? Do you use the same tool?
I have a 2001 Bmw 740il and I’m trying to replace the brake vacuum hose and unfortunately it has these same clips just smaller! Do I need the same tool to remove these clips? Can you recommend another way to remove these stubborn clips? Once removed do you recommended me just using the regular metal clips that have a screw? Or should I use a new set of original clips? Thanks!
I would use original parts from the dealer. I'm replacing a torn axle boot on my Mercedes and picked up all the parts at my local MB dealer. It came out cheaper than buying an aftermarket boot kit. Clamps were around $2-$4, boot was $8.
Good one
So how do you fit that big tool inside the engine bay to squeeze the tab?
I just did a Nissan inner and outer tie rod and there was no way fit the tool in there
K And, this tool is for CV Boots, most Tech’s use this under the car while the car is on a ramp. No need to put the tool in the engine bay. This tool may not be suitable for every application, but this is the correct tool for the style of clips in the video. I have that helps
I need something for when I replace inner tierods
@@kdog7469 if replacing inner tie rods theres no reason you cant go from underneath generally speaking. But perhaps zip ties would suit you better or the spring clamps if your particular job is challenging. They are merely dust covers on tie rods not grease boots so you should be fine with zip ties if your stuck
@@kdog7469 use skinny stainless hose clamps much better
For area of tight access, I often use Hog Ring pliers and they work great. There is a slot in each jaw of the plier that will fit over each side of the CV band clamp point. This performs the same function as the CV Boot pliers- it keeps the clamp point flat while squeezing it. Their are two main advantages for using the hog Ring pliers 1) you can access tight areas because the pliers will lay parallel flat to the CV shaft when using, and 2) you can get these pliers for under $10 all day long, such as Harbor Freight , Farm stores, hardware stores, etc.
Can you do a video from the YA3050?
They’re easy to put on but a pain in the ass to get off
Snap on just 299.95 on sale, reg price 349.95
Get one while supplies last
$20 on Amazon xD
Merci !!
grasias
KENNEDY make this tool for 1/3 of the price.
It's all relative tho isn't it, are Kennedy good as snap on? No but they will still do the same job. Is a rolex as good as a Casio? No but it still tells the time. Not saying all snap on stuff is amazing as it isn't but you buy it cheap you buy it twice.......
If you have clippers laying around, you dont need to buy this “special” tool, specially if you will only use it twice.