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Flaring 1/8" copper tubing


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My flaring tools accept to 3/16", and I have not located a tool that does 1/8. My 1932 Studebaker has a 1/8 vacuum advance line and the original fittings are flare. I can chuck a drill bit and run it in reverse and get OK flare but it is weak and would need to be annealed- must be a better way- ideas anyone?

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Harbor Freight Tools lists a number of flaring tools. This one can flare 1/8" tubing:

 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1041729837142950/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3Ad9dd76a6-ec98-4ea4-8d00-cc2feb3d39db

 

There's even a less expensive one on Amazon. Do a search.

 

You might be able to rent one from a tool rental yard or an auto parts store in your area and save a few bucks.

 

 

 

 

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