Where do you get forceps?

wacko · 02-23-2013, 05:44 PM

Hey All,

Have read in a few other threads about using locking forceps to install new hood struts. Just wondering where you purchase them from? I would like to pick them up locally if possible.

Cheers

seymore · 02-23-2013, 05:45 PM

Drug store.

rokemester · 02-23-2013, 05:46 PM

Harbor Freight has multiple sizes. You'll find some other stuff to buy there for sure.

wacko · 02-23-2013, 05:55 PM

Headed to Harbor Freight tomorrow.

Thanks

Capt J.D. · Capt J.D.'s Garage

also known as Hemostats and also at Princess Auto .. A Hemostat locks to hold the object, (those little clips that you cant set with chubby fingers ) not too sure a foreceps do... Tie a piece of dental floss to the clip so you can retrieve it a few times before it finally installs for you!..LOL

mossguy · 02-23-2013, 06:13 PM

WAC Gun Sow

Capt J.D. · Capt J.D.'s Garage

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WAC Gun Sow

Enjoy the Gun Show?

Joe Bob · Joe Bob's Garage

In my experience you don't need the clips....leave them off.

dafischer · 02-23-2013, 06:57 PM

Ask someone for a high end roach clip.

mossguy · 02-23-2013, 07:01 PM

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Enjoy the Gun Show?

Yes I did!! Interesting stuff! However, I missed the last two to avoid crowds. Maybe back next month.

LM3929 · 02-23-2013, 07:19 PM

Princess A has lots for about $3.00 to $6.00

Lorne M.

CHICKS · 02-23-2013, 08:39 PM

My veterinarian sells old ones for $2 each, different sizes, and they also have picks and scissors. Money goes to animal charities. Ask a local vet, and see if they will sell you some old stuff.

ClickClickBoom · ClickClickBoom's Garage

Local head shop, ask for roach clip(long), wait isn't this the 70s?
Ahhhhaaa flashback!

fasterlaster · fasterlaster's Garage

You could always get them like I did...from your local emergency room after they put some stitches in your face. I don't recommend that path however. +1 on the harbor freight suggestion as well.

nineball · 02-24-2013, 05:43 AM

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You could always get them like I did...from your local emergency room after they put some stitches in your face. I don't recommend that path however. +1 on the harbor freight suggestion as well.

that's how i get mine. knowing ahead how outrageous the charges will be i think they owe me a few pairs at a minimum.

Bob Kontak · Bob Kontak's Garage

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Originally Posted by Capt J.D.

A Hemostat locks to hold the object, (those little clips that you cant set with chubby fingers ) not too sure a foreceps do...

I think the forceps can have locks as well. Assuming the thingies with loops at the tips are forceps.

wacko · 02-24-2013, 07:18 AM

I looked at Princess Auto yesterday but couldn't see them. They had long needle nose pliers (but didn't lock) or long vice grips but seemed kind of bulky.

tchanson · 02-24-2013, 07:29 AM

American Science and Surplus.

Tim

mpetry · mpetry's Garage

Look for "Kelly forceps" on eboy. Aesculap are the best, US made, top quality. You can buy a nice pair for about 20 bucks. Harbor freight only has import knockoffs, which are fine, but you can tell the difference.

The ones with the looped ends are referred to as "placenta forceps". Most of them have ratcheting locks.

Bob Kontak · Bob Kontak's Garage

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American Science and Surplus.

Fun catalog to burn some time in. Get to a retail store if you are able. They will probably have a tank periscope next to the hemostats.