Fittings on expansion tank
#1
Fittings on expansion tank
I have just bought a new expansion tank from Rock Auto and am getting ready to replace the old one. The old one is still working good except for the magnet having fallen out of the float resulting in no low coolant warning. What I want to ask about is the clamps on hose fittings. I have never come across that type of clamp before. Could someone explain the method for undoing them. I don't want to screw them up.
Thanks guys
Thanks guys
#3
I got rid of mine as well, but I think it has the "cobra"? clamps.
Try this thread: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-clamps-89769/
Try this thread: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-clamps-89769/
#4
The clamps seal very good and have an internal O-ring that provides the sealing. Attached is a picture of the tool needed to safely remove the clamps. Also I have attached a photo showing where the tool was stored on my XK8. The tool came on each engine but over the years many were never put back in place after the vehicle had work done. Search around and you may find you have the tool. The one on my XJ8 was underneath the throttle body.
In a pinch you can use needle nose pliers. The idea is to have the outside straps push outward to release the fitting. Install is push on.
In a pinch you can use needle nose pliers. The idea is to have the outside straps push outward to release the fitting. Install is push on.
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The clamps seal very good and have an internal O-ring that provides the sealing. Attached is a picture of the tool needed to safely remove the clamps. Also I have attached a photo showing where the tool was stored on my XK8. The tool came on each engine but over the years many were never put back in place after the vehicle had work done. Search around and you may find you have the tool. The one on my XJ8 was underneath the throttle body.
In a pinch you can use needle nose pliers. The idea is to have the outside straps push outward to release the fitting. Install is push on.
In a pinch you can use needle nose pliers. The idea is to have the outside straps push outward to release the fitting. Install is push on.
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