Magdaddy

A liberal amount of WD-40 etc, placed on the donut prior to install, allows easy adjustment post install too.

davesnothere

Ha, I was thinking the same thing. But it's pliers from here on out though!

- Dave

600RR

$14.97 is money very well spent!

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SU...75?seid=srese2

hn

This tool is cheaper. It worked for me
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Rain-Bird-Pop-Up-Sprinkler-Repair-Tool-PTC-1/100203420

Mike J

I just use my fingers --- good exercise!

ble2011

I had the same issue when replacing my muffler tips. If I remember correctly, I removed the bolts from the clamps. I was able to spread them apart by hand and they held that way by a detent on the muffler flange itself. I placed the donut between the flange and held the muffler tip to it. Then I was able to "snap" the clamp into place. I then installed the bolts, positioned everything and tightened the clamps.