Small E Clip Tool

[lilcuda]

Or when you drop it down the carb throat into the engine.

Oh, that’s way worse! I think I would use some pretty harsh language if I did that!

 

[ProjectBazza]

My friend told me it’s because when they fly off the carb and sail across the garage, you say “Jesus!”

Yup! Amongst other things…..

 

[ProjectBazza]

Oh, that’s way worse! I think I would use some pretty harsh language if I did that!

Yup. Been there as well!

 

[Bodyperson]

I like using a VERY small regular screwdriver and a magnet. The spring loaded "jusus" tool doesn't take them off so you still need to pry. The tool just keeps them from flying.
I use a fresh vise grip needle nose chocked up real close to the edge for installation.

 

[JC71340]

I saw those but I don't know a size 3 from a size foe hunnit.

 

[dr dodge]

so, looking for clips for the hood hinge stuff, I found this place

Retaining Rings, Wave Springs and Hose Clamps Manufacturer | Rotor Clip
SAE clips,some very trick snap ring tools,
they also band/wire spring hose clamps, and other stuff

 

[Mattax]

Did anyone else ever refer to those clips as “Jesus clips”, or is that just a local thing from my past?

The clip on the distributor shaft is one that earned that name hands down!

 

[Mattax]

in the lab we used a tool like this

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https://www.amazon.com/Clip-Clips-Removal-Installation-Assortment/dp/B0D263899B?tag=fabo03-20

c-clip snaps in the end

the one we used had a screwdriver handle, and was longer than these

Another version of those E-clip tools

Post in thread 'Interesting & creative tools, even if they are flops'

Apr 7, 2025

It would seem these are for "e-clips"

Very similar to these

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[MV8]

Fwiw, I just put a rag around the linkage before pushing or pulling the clip off so it can't go far. Same for installing.