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Originally Posted by badmatt
I need to start bending up my fuel line, Im looking at 5/8" feed and 1/2" return stainless hard line do you have any good idea's on Who's bender to buy?
and what i should take into consideration while bending this up?
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Well Matt,
I started doning this stuff about 14 years ago. What I was taught with and learned is pretty much the same tools I use to this day. I think most people blow up this subject more than what it is. I've always used imperial eastman. There older style benders have always been the best because there a stout peace. If nessicary you can cut and re-weld the benders to suit your needs. I did this with a 3/8 bender about 13 years ago and I still use it today. In the last few years doing a lot of 5/8 feed lines having a heafty bender is your best friend. I do have one of the benders with the roller wheels on it. It's a nice peace but is limited on how you would bend the tube in certain situations (not being able to make tight bends back to back). Believe it or not e-bay would be a good source for the benders. Also get benders that are one size only. If you hav'nt got the tubing I do stock it in all sizes. Be careful also on the 5/8 tube. What I've learned with the larger sizes 5/8 and 3/4 the wall thickness needs to be a little thicker so it won't collapse when it's bent. Check out the web site if you already hav'nt and go to the mag section and read over the Hot Rod article it gives some more good insite. As for taking things into consideration when doing the job. That my friend has taken me 14 years, alot of money and alot of time. Just take your time plot things out and make sure the car has everything mounted(exhaust,pumps,filters,coolers,etc.) that way you know where to route and not hit or come close to heat sources or abrasion. If you have any questions feel free to call the shop. I hope this helps.
Mark
Bent custom & performance