Hose clamps and sealant

[Mark P.]

This has probably been adressed 3 million times, but have patience with a rookie. I've heard both sides of the arguement on whether or not to use gasket or some other type of sealant when putting the reproduction clamps on new hoses. Do I use sealant or not? I've heard that it will be tough or impossible to get them off if/when that time comes. I'd appreciate any help.

[Gene M.]

Re: Hose clamps and sealant

Mark,
I just pulled off the hoses on a friends 62 that were glued on. I could not save the lower rad hose. So there goes $25. Others require clean up to reuse.

[Marc R.]

Re: Hose clamps and sealant

I recently replaced the hoses on my '69 without any sealant. They work fine.

[Ralph E.]

Re: Hose clamps and sealant

Replace the hoses without sealant. If it works your home free. If they leak, try some sealant. More than likely most clamps will hold just fine. Expect ONE not to hold and need sealant. Murphy's Law

[Rob A.]

Re: Hose clamps and sealant

I used the dated, reproduction hose clamps when I restored my '67. The supplier recommended a sealant. I used a black, silcone adhesive because the excess could be easily cleaned off with plain rubbing alcohol. It worked fine with no leaks and I didn't have to worry about over tightening the clamps to prevent leaking.

[Mark P.]

Re: Hose clamps and sealant

Murphy's Law definitely applies to me, so I might try a small amount of black sealant. Thanks for the input.