Will a jubilee clip do?

[Saddlebag]

I replaced the thermostat on the car (4.7 Grand Cherokee) and instead of using a spring type clamp ring to hold the lower radiator hose onto the T stat housing, I used a large jubilee clip instead. Are they as good/tight or should I replace with a new spring clamp?

[Attym3]

As long as its the right size I'd say probably better.

[jjones]

Saddlebag said:

I replaced the thermostat on the car (4.7 Grand Cherokee) and instead of using a spring type clamp ring to hold the lower radiator hose onto the T stat housing, I used a large jubilee clip instead. Are they as good/tight or should I replace with a new spring clamp?

should be fine imo, just use a half decent quality jubilee clip

[Major Fallout]

It will be better.

[P I Staker]

Major Fallout said:

It will be better.

This.

I hate those spring things.

[Maximum Bobs]

Personally I don't think they are better than the original spring clips but it will work just as well, but don't over tighten it.

[bazking69]

I hate those spring clips and always replace them with a suitable jubilee. Just be careful not to overtighten.

[davepoth]

Spring thingys are a nightmare, I always hurt myself trying to remove them. Jubilee clip every time.

[Petrolhead_Rich]

way better than spring clips!!

[Dr Doofenshmirtz]

It'll now be the most reliable part of your car.