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11-03-2009 #1
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cleco clips
anyone else think that these are overrated? after using them for a bit, i went back to self tapping sheetmetal screws...am i missing out on some benefit?
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11-04-2009 #2
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Originally Posted by absintheisfun
anyone else think that these are overrated? after using them for a bit, i went back to self tapping sheetmetal screws...am i missing out on some benefit?
as an entertaining sidenote, i am posting from my phone...technology ftw!
You are absolutely correct, Clecos are overated since the invention of the self tapping screw. I found drilling a hole to put the cleco in was more time consuming than just zipping a screw in, plus the cleco will have some play or it is hard to get them in and out.
The only real benefit would be if you are wanting to hold a piece in place that you can't get a drill driver in but then again you might not be able to get the cleco in the place either.
Having both in my shop I find myself not using them at all anymore.May The Horsepower Be With You !!!
11-04-2009 #3
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There OK for something that fits perfect, but more often than not I need something aggressive that is going to force the panels together.
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