Gas primer bulb replacement

s freud

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I was preparing to put a new primer bulb in my line when I noticed the crimps previously used are not ones I recognize. How do I remove these so I can reuse them?

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Bondo

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Re: Gas primer bulb replacement

I was preparing to put a new primer bulb in my line when I noticed the crimps previously used are not ones I recognize. How do I remove these so I can reuse them?

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Ayuh,..... You can remove 'em with side-cutters, or whatever,...

They're Not reuseable, at all,...
You can use small screw drive hose clamps, but those are crimped once, 'n done,...
 

ondarvr

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Re: Gas primer bulb replacement

Cut the hose...use new clamps.
 

Texasmark

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Re: Gas primer bulb replacement

The SS screw type hose clamps are easy to purchase...auto parts, WW, or most anywhere. The OEM isn't. Why does OEM use what it does? Probably a production volume thing. Only takes a second to squeeze their clamp. Takes a tad more time to get out the 1/4" nut drier and make half a dozen or so turns. Basic economics? Problem with it? Naw. Just helps to keep the price of the product in line.

Mark
 

Frank Acampora

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Re: Gas primer bulb replacement

Screw clamps cut into the hose and are bulky. I simply do not use them any more. I use medium to large black plastic zip ties. Cheap. effective, and you simply cut them off if you need to change hoses. Snug them by hand, grab with a pliers and pull/roll to tighten--or break down and buy the tightening tool.
 
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