"Doctor Drivel" wrote


I find pipe grips invaluable. They will adjust and grab many hexagonal
shapes, radiator valve bodies etc. Plus they have narrow(ish) jaws so
will fit where stilsons won't.

And chew up fittings!

I agree you need to be selective where you (can) use them.
For seized solid old fittings smothered in boss white they're a non-starter
and will do damage. But for assembling new stuff and used carefully they're
fine.

Phil