I used a tool I got at Sears, but I got pretty much what you describe. The end
of the "bubble" has such a sharp angle that it looks almost flat.
However, not being one to reflect on such things, I used the lines and they
worked out fine.
Eric Miller wrote:
> Hi -
>
> I'm in the process of fabricating new brake lines for my 4A, and am looking
> for some advice from someone who has done this already. I have been
> practicing my flares on some spare tubing and the double flares turn out
> fine, but but can't seem to get the bubble flares right. The flaring tool
> I'm using is from Harbor Freight, so that may be where the problem. When
> I compare the bubble flares that I've done to the originals, mine are a lot
> flatter (instead of a 45 degree flare, they are maybe 20 degrees). I'm
> sure it's the 3/16 die that came with the flaring kit, but should I look
> for another die that would make the correct bubble flare, or just take it
> somewhere and have it done for me...or maybe what I have done will work?
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Thanks,
> Eric Miller
> 65 TR4A
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George Richardson
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