Let me tell you, these little aluminum clamps have saved me from so many headaches - literally! After my hood shock failed and left me with 13 staples in my scalp (yes, really), I needed a reliable solution.

The moment I clamped these onto my weak lift supports, I could immediately feel the difference. The brass-core threaded rod grips firmly without scratching, and the knob adjustment lets me get the perfect tension. No more worrying about the hood crashing down while I'm checking the oil.

What surprised me most was how lightweight yet sturdy they are. I've accidentally left one clamped on overnight during a repair job, and it held position perfectly - didn't budge an inch when I finally remembered it was there.

I've used vice grips before (don't recommend - they damage the shafts), but these are in a different league. The mechanics at my local shop actually asked where I got them after seeing how well they worked on my daughter's problematic tailgate.

The only downside? They work so well you'll want to guard them closely. Like one reviewer mentioned - people might 'accidentally' walk off with them!