All in - pulling the 4.6 engine and trans to fix oil leaks once and for all

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Originally Posted by stunt

I take it these clips are not reusable? Is there a special tool to be used to "crimp" them on when replacing them?

Stunt,
No...those clips (bands) are not re-useable.....

In a word......yes........a special tool is required to crimp the new bands/clamps.

Autozone has a (low quality) tool in the less than $15.00 range....it may/may not work for you........this tool failed me.........so I opted for the Snap On (Blue Point) ± $43.00 version......found here....

Edit: Re: Boots
Given the extent of your project......new axle boots are/should be a given (new boots/grease/bands)



Best,
Charlie