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The GearWrench 145 automatic locking ratcheting hose pinch off pliers clamp hoses up to 1 inch without draining the cooling system for just $12.36 — buy online today.
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SKU : DRI-SER-020
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The GearWrench 145 automatic locking ratcheting hose pinch off pliers shut off fluid lines without draining the system. Best-fit shoppers are automotive techs and DIY mechanics asking about GearWrench 145 maximum hose size and ratchet slipping. Current price: $12.36 — roughly 50% off the $24.71 compare-at price. Buy online now and stack coupon SAVE15.
The automatic locking ratchet is designed to hold position without slipping; if slippage occurs, verify the hose is within the 1-inch OD capacity and that jaws are fully seated parallel to the hose.
Works on radiator hoses, heater hoses, fuel and coolant lines up to 1 inch OD on cars, trucks, and small engines.
Versus C-clamp or vise-grip hose pinching methods, the 145's swivel jaws and locking ratchet prevent hose damage and free your hands. At $12.36, it undercuts comparable locking pinch pliers significantly.
50% off, SAVE15 coupon, free shipping over $45.00 — the affordable deal for cooling-system service.
Automatic locking ratchet holds hose clamped hands-free at a $12.36 price
Swiveling jaws deliver parallel clamping without hose damage on lines up to 1 inch OD
50% discount off the $24.71 compare-at price plus SAVE15 coupon savings
Model: 145
Handles: Comfort grip
Locking: Automatic ratchet
Jaw Action: Swiveling, parallel clamping
Product Type: Automatic locking ratcheting hose pinch off pliers
Max Hose Capacity: 1 inch outside diameter
Seller: Driven Fastener Works
MPN: 145
Skip the drain-and-refill routine. The 145 pinches hoses shut with parallel swivel jaws and an automatic locking ratchet, so coolant stays in the system and your hands stay free.
At $12.36 — half the typical price — this is the affordable alternative to premium pinch pliers. Stack coupon SAVE15 and free shipping over $45.00 for maximum deal value.
The 145 clamps hoses up to 1 inch in outside diameter.
Check that the hose is within the 1-inch OD capacity and the swivel jaws are seated parallel; the automatic locking ratchet is designed to hold firmly when properly engaged.
The sale price is $12.36, about 50% off the $24.71 compare-at price — apply coupon SAVE15 for an additional 15% off.
Purchase directly on this page at Driven Fastener Works with current deal pricing and free shipping on orders over $45.00.
Shutting off radiator, heater, fuel, and coolant hoses during service without draining the cooling system.
Replaced a radiator hose without losing a drop of coolant. The ratcheting lock holds firm and my hands were free to work the clamp. Every DIY mechanic needs these.
Clamped a 1-inch heater hose no problem. Held tight the whole job.
The automatic locking means you don't have to squeeze the whole time, which your hands will thank you for on longer jobs. The swivel jaw seats flat on the hose. Only wish the jaws were rubber-coated for extra grip on older, stiff hoses.
I dread coolant jobs because of the spill and the refill/bleed cycle. These pliers let me swap a thermostat housing with maybe a cup of fluid loss. The release is smooth and controlled too, not a sudden gush.
Does what it says but feels a bit flimsy for daily shop use. Weekend mechanic tool.
Used to use locking pliers with rag-covered jaws. These are safer on the hose and won't damage the reinforcement. Smart design.
Bought for a fuel line job and it handled the task cleanly. Ratchet mechanism works smoothly.
Twelve dollars that saves an hour of frustration. The one-hand operation and self-locking are exactly what you want when you're lying under a car.
It worked okay on newer hoses but slipped off a hardened, older hose under pressure. Made a mess. Keep expectations modest.
Every job I used to put off because of coolant loss is now a quick task. Great engineering.
