TUBE CLIP

摘要

A clip (100) is provided that has a substantially tubular body member (50) and at least one and preferably two diametrically opposed, outwardly extending tabs (18 and 18') that first engage a side of a frame (6) having an opening (13) therethrough through which clip (100) is inserted about a threaded stud or bolt (4) such as a vehicular exhaust tail pipe and which are operative to bend and straighten as a nut (8) rotationally advances along stud or bolt (4) to engage an end (7) of clip (100) and urge clip (100) through opening (13) until nut (8) engages frame (6) to eliminate effect of joint loosening caused by exposure of tabs (18 and 18') to corrosive environments.