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entzelva
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2022
After many attempts at getting the proper flair and a great deal of tubing wasted. I decided to buy two diferent flairing tools. This was not a tool.for me. Do your research all i can say and i would not.recoment this.tool. i gave it away ...
Edward A Mitchell
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022
Made good flares instructions were vague
John B
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2021
Very simple to use - just be sure the tube is square in the tool before you apply the flare.
2L8 Smart
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2021
This tool makes it possible to produce a good flare, but getting a nice, visually appealing symmetric flare does not occur automatically. More expensive tools may provide this reproducibility if they have less user involvement, but getting optimum results with this tool requires training and practice.Unfortunately, little to no guidance is provided with it to train the user how to get the best result. My observation was that It was most important to align the tube and top and bottom flaring bars to the same center line which does not occur automatically, and then to keep them aligned by balancing the clamping force of the left and right wingnuts. Another example is the common practice of mating a new 'rough' flare with a known-good mate multiple times using progressively increasing force to help shape the flare so it does not leak. I learned of this only after the fact.I didn't experiment with factors like optimum extension of the tube in the fixture, or a way to determine the right clamping force to hold the tube but not transfer the tool's clamping ridges. These are examples of how user training could help.Since this tool did not automatically create a symmetric flare, it should be considered a requirement to first practice on old or scrap tubing before making the necessary critical flares.As an inexpensive tool, it should be no surprise that the top and bottom flaring bars are not simultaneously centered for all the tube sizes. But with a manual tool, each flare is an individual alignment exercise, so it does not matter.In any event, the section of brake line I replaced did not leak, so it is possible for even a newbie to get satisfactory results.
BMW2002Resto
Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2021
Used this tool to create a bubble flare on the ends of 5/16" steel fuel line for a high pressure fuel injection system. Flare provides extra security that hoses, even with hose clamps, will not slide off when the system is pressurized. There is slight deformation of the line caused by the clamp when the flare is being formed. However, the deformity is no where near as bad as that created by a cheaper flare tool I purchased prior to this one. Comparing the two tools reveals the OTC clamping device is better machined. Takes a little practice to get the flare even. Deburring and chamfering the end first is important as is using a little brake fluid, cutting fluid, or some other lubricant to reduce friction while forming the flare.
Christopher
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2021
Completed my brake lines in no time. Worked better than expected and quality was better than expected
Damien
Reviewed in Canada on January 26, 2020
I'm new to working on my car, and found a leak in my brake line while doing other work. After some videos I decided to make my own. I tried 4 different kits, and this one made it work on the first try. My practice with the other kits, may have helped, but this kit is much better than the others I bought by far.
gerald monette
Reviewed in Canada on May 9, 2016
i own a repair shop and my technicians like it well built
A Buyer
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2016
A few practice runs and I think I got acceptable bubble flares. I wont have the hydraulics hooked up for some time (frame off). I gave it four instead of five stars because they didn't come out "perfect", now that could be operator error, or the design of the tool may make it a little difficult to *perfectly* center the tool. In other words, the flares did not look factory perfect and *absolutely* centered on the pipe ID. Also, I suspect that tools that cost several hundred dollars probably make a better flare. That said, I am satisfied with the purchase and I believe the flares will seal when I have the hydraulics pressurized. I think if you're not a pro and only need to do a few flares, this will serve you well. I think it was worth the money.
Dan
Reviewed in Canada on July 17, 2015
Very good value ,worked perfect for replacing rusty brake lines on my Oldsmobile.I recommend watching an instructional video if you have never made bubble connections .You must be precise in your cutting, clamping, reaming and chamfering. Do all those with care and lube the die and this tool makes perfect connections. I also recommend using the S.U.R.&R brake line as it is much easier to work with than all the other brake lines I have ever used and has better corrosion resistance.Those two products together made ISO brake connections a breeze for an amateur like me..
Joe
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2014
This flaring kit is easy to use and makes great flares. My experience only involves using it on Nickel Copper line though, which I highly recommend for anyone needing to run new lines. The only negative is the cutter that comes in the kit is only a cutter and does not have the usual deburring attachment on the back. With they included such a attachment or a separate tool so the kit was complete, but I use another cutter anyways that has that built in.
Steve P.
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2013
Great tool for the money even if purchased at the regular price! Tool is well made, works as it should, and is easy to use. With a little practice I was able to make near perfect bubble flares on 4.75 mm (3/16 in.) brake line. Deburring and chamfering of the end of the brake tubing is a must in order to produce good bubble flares with this tool but this step should be done when using any flaring tool. Instructions are well written as well. I was originally going to purchase the less expensive OTC 4504 Stinger bubble flaring tool but found this one at a great price. Using a lubricant (use brake fluid if flaring brake lines) helps to produce better flares.
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