Weber Retainer Clip Substitute - Is this a bad idea?

[tb80]

I lost the retaining clip for the gas assist system on my performer. It was hard for me to justify the $10 cost for a replacement.   I found this clip at a hardware store:



I tried pulling the hose back out and it didn't move. Any reason why this won't work or is too dangerous? I don't want to play around with propane.


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[Troy]

Should be fine.  I've done the same.

I call the clips  "oh jesus" clips

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[tb80]

Should be fine.  I've done the same.

I call the clips  "oh jesus" clips

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Thanks.

[mrgoodbar67]

that works......but use duct tape instead.

KIDDING

[swamprb]

I lost the retaining clip for the gas assist system on my performer. It was hard for me to justify the $10 cost for a replacement.   I found this clip at a hardware store:



I tried pulling the hose back out and it didn't move. Any reason why this won't work or is too dangerous? I don't want to play around with propane.



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The Hairpin /cotter key mod! I love it and thanks for sharing it!

[addicted-to-smoke]

that works......but use duct tape instead.

KIDDING