Steering Rack Boot Clamp -- Update

[TJCallahan@domain.elided]

Thanks to all who have offered suggestions on both the proper tightening of 
the IAP provided clamp and an acceptable alternative to the clamp.

The consensus for tightening the clamp and holding it is to locate a commonly 
stocked version of the tool at a local auto parts store, tighten the clamp, 
and then fold the band back over on itself to keep the clamp from loosening. 
Staking the clamp was also mentioned, although I had conflicting suggestions 
as to when and where I should stake.

The alternative suggested by a number of folks is to pitch the metal clamps 
altogether and get some properly sized plastic zip ties. For use on steering 
rack boots, this should be at least adequate. (For things like CV joint 
boots, this should be considered temporary only.)

I think I'll use the zip tie method for now, I have them in stock and 
understand their use (and tightening requirements). The metal clamps will go 
on the shelf for some future use.

Thanks again to all who have provided their assistance!

Tom
'77 Alfetta GT (soon with new boots)
'63 Spider (no boots, just house slippers)
Seattle

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