Line Flare at Distribution Block

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Line Flare at Distribution Block

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Does anyone know what type of flare is used on the brake line going into the distribution block?
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A standard double flare , it should be a 3/16 line.

Usually the fitting is a larger size even though the line is small.
You can cut and flare the line and put on the bigger fitting ,or you can buy a bushing to adapt the small line to the block.
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"cep62" A standard double flare , it should be a 3/16 line.

Usually the fitting is a larger size even though the line is small.
You can cut and flare the line and put on the bigger fitting ,or you can buy a bushing to adapt the small line to the block.
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And just to add to what cep stated the flare kit itself, (double flare/auto type) is a totally different tool than we use in the HVAC/plumbing/piping industry. :wink:

I had this one and it served me well:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Double-Flaring ... :rk:1:pf:0
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Thanks y'all!
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By the way, since I have brake guys, do you know where I can get pre-bent brake lines for the 1970 F-250 4x4? National Parts Depot has eight listings for the 67-70, but they're all 4x2, Same goes for Eckler's and Mac and everywhere else I've looked. Any ideas about a custom shop I can go to that would know the specifics of that setup?

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I've always bent my own , It's easy and there are plenty of tools available to make it easier.
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45 degree double flare. Don’t waste your money on the little hand tool kits.
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I highly recommend using ni-cop brake line. Much easier to flare and bend, plus dont rust. Its the only thing I will use now.
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I have the ridged 345, works perfect
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-3-16 ... /202826744
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