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Old 02-12-2013, 11:15 AM   #1
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Making own Brake lines

This would be for a 74 chevy brake setup if that makes a difference. Need to know what to look for in flare tools to make custom lengths.

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Old 02-12-2013, 08:00 PM   #2
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Re: Making own Brake lines

But the best bender and flaring tool that you can afford.
Eastwood usually has some good tools.
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Old 02-12-2013, 09:11 PM   #3
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Re: Making own Brake lines

I would recommend using regular steel or copper/nickel lines because they are much easier to work with than stainless.
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Old 02-12-2013, 10:20 PM   #4
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Re: Making own Brake lines

I guess the question is more of a what degree flares will I need?
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Old 02-14-2013, 02:23 AM   #5
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Re: Making own Brake lines

45 degree inverted flare. Unless you are building some high end piece I would stay away from 37 degree single flare AN tube fittings on brake lines. You can still use AN steelbraded brake hoses with adapters to 3/8-24 inverted flare (45)
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3/16 steel as Keith said not stainless unless you have (or get) a $200+ snap on flairing tool. Stainless will eat craftsman's best for lunch.
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