Perfect solution?Way2go wrote:I always use the metal clips now either re-used or replacement since the MOT man objected to the Cable ties in earlier days and gave it as a reason for failure.KevR wrote:If I can't get the steel collar to fit, I use three cable ties instead and have never had a problem. Must be good quality though – I use some as used by the Post Office to close mail sacks and they're tough as old boots.
Over-zealous and probably uncalled for I agree but then again, why give them reasons to be strict on this.
Incidentally the rubber leak-off pipes are available more cheaply at GSF but are a false economy as the rubber is so crap they barely last from one MOT to the next!
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