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Review on Enhanced SEO: Capri Tools CP21110-316 3/16 inch Double Flaring Tool by Keegan Herbert

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nothing to think about Buy a tool if you need to double the 3/16 line torch.

This item is amazing. I don't understand how someone who can follow simple instructions can't deploy a brake line. Trust me, if you can't get this tool to work then you shouldn't be working on something as important as brakes. It is so easy. Cut and deburr the sleeves on your fitting, tab side down. Then take a tool, screw in the prescribed stop screw at the end and push the tube into place. Then tighten the 2 10m bolts to attach it to the line. Then take out the alignment tool, then take the die and screw it into the side marked operation 1 first and tighten until it stops. Don't forget to grease it first. Unscrew the die and lubricate the other end by pressing firmly. Then pull out and unscrew the 10mm screws and that's good for getting the perfect flare. I made a complete system so I made some flashes. I used my Dewalt 20V 1/4" brushless impact wrench to tighten the 10mm bolts and drive in a 3/4 8n bolt. I'm not sure if this is recommended, but it definitely made things faster. You just have to be smart and not go crazy, and I had no problems. From all the work under the floor brake I only had to rework 2 expanders. Once because the hose slipped through when tightening and was not seated sufficiently in the instrument. I mean it was lightning, but not a very pretty one. The other thing was typical back then, what we all do. I forgot to attach the screw connection. The first line should cut off the ideal lighting. The only downside to the tool is the handle. I know they wanted it to be removable so it could be used in a vise. The downside is that it only twists in the hand and always pulls back and wants to twist the tool in the hand when it's loose. Also, this thing will flash right away, like some of the $400 kits. In terms of value for money, everything suits me. Much better than the old look where you clamp the tube between two bars and then move the flaring tool on the levers. Then you had to use the little button and press it again to double and they never do doubles well. They work well with a racquet, but who slows down with a racquet? I would also like to mention that I ran a copper-nickel line. I can't say how well this works on steel pipes. But I doubt there will be much trouble. I also saw someone say they had to modify the adjusting bolt to screw it in 1mm closer or something. I've never had this problem. Maybe he had one they missed during quality control, who knows. But overall don't think twice about doing brake lines, it's great. I had to use a 5/16 fuel hose, I wanted to use an old torch tool as it has very little pressure with the carb adjustment anyway. But I could buy the same in a larger size. Just take a look. I hope this helps someone so they can make a solid purchase of a great tool. You can look at my reviews, I've done a few and they're not all good and I don't get paid. I name them as I see them. I just think it's the best tool for this type of tool.

Pros
  • Excellent Overall
Cons
  • Doubtful