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Airbox Boot Clamp Width

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by firebane, Jul 23, 2019.

  1. firebane

    firebane Active Member

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    Anyone know or able to measure in a quick minute the width of the clamp on the boot for the airbox? I forgot to take this measurement and need to order some clamps.

    I'm thinking something between 7-9mm should work?
     
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    Colin 85 700 Active Member

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    Measure the groove on the boot. Or just order some from xjforever.
     
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    +1 only use the stock clamps ...when these bottom out they are proper tension , a regular hose clamp can be over tightened and cut into boot. The same goes for the intake clamp .
     
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  4. firebane

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    I was at work during the post hence asking lol. Also as a Canadian xj4ever is too much

    Don't have stock clamps. Can't find used locally. Not going to use auto store clamps.

    Seems stock clamps are about 8mm wide
     
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    I still recommend getting originals! however if yr stuck.....

    Use the jaw on an open end wrench or a caliper to measure the groove width in mm.
    Give me a rough diameter in inches with a tape if needed or caliper in mm. i have bins of random boot clamps at the shop where i work, can probly sell you some used ones that will fit proper n not cut the rubbers for 4-5 bucks each n about 20 shipping CAN $
    Pm me if yr interested ill give you contact info.

    Either way do NOT buy standard hose clamps, theyll cut yr boots and then you WILL be buying parts from xjforever.
     
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    No offense to xjforever but I'll look at ebay first before as price vs shipping will be cheaper for nos or slightly used.

    I visited a local shop and they had a giant box of clamps and I found a set of 4 that work perfect.

    I'm aware of what normal clamps do.
     
    firebane, Jul 28, 2019
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