Name: Channellock 8-inch Speedgrip Straight Jaw Tongue & Groove Pliers — 428X
Brand: Channellock
SKU: 428X
Price: 32.76 USD
Availability: InStock

Channellock 8-inch Speedgrip Straight Jaw Tongue & Groove Pliers — 428X

1 x 8-inch SPEEDGRIP Straight Jaw Tongue & Groove Pliers (9 positions, 1.2″ max jaw)

428X 8-inch SPEEDGRIP Straight Jaw Tongue & Groove Pliers

Revolutionary push-button adjustment locks instantly into undercut channels eliminating fumbling during fast-paced radiator hose and fuel line repairs
9 push-button positions provide rapid sizing without repositioning grip enabling one-handed operation in cramped engine compartments
Laser-hardened crosshatch teeth grip 2.5X stronger than standard 90-degree teeth maintaining secure hold on oil-covered brake components
Integrated reaming feature deburs freshly cut pipe eliminating separate tools when fabricating custom brake lines and fuel line modifications
SAFE-T-STOP? feature prevents finger pinch injuries through expanded reinforcing rib design during high-pressure gripping tasks

Common Automotive Applications by Size

Adjustment Position	Typical Automotive Applications	SPEEDGRIP? Advantage
Positions 1-3	Fuel line connections, brake line fittings, small coolant hose clamps, sensor housings	Instant adjustment without repositioning hands in tight spaces
Positions 4-6	Radiator hose assemblies, heater core connections, oxygen sensor removal, PCV valve work	One-handed operation while holding components with other hand
Positions 7-9 (Max 1.2″)	Water pump housings, larger coolant connections, oil filter housing nuts, exhaust clamps	2.5X grip strength prevents tool slippage that damages fasteners

Weight	0.99 lbs
Dimensions	12.38 × 0.99 × 0.93 in
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