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Originally Posted by andrewb70
Making a double flare on stainless brake tubing is nearly impossible. What I have seen done, as a suggestion is to do a single 37 degree flare on stainless lines. Stainless lines are super hard, and don't actually need to be folded over like mail steel lines.
I just had my two rear lines remade in this way and they sealed well, and there are no leaks. The 37 degree flare will expand out slightly when mated with a 45 degree fitting and it makes a nice seal.
As they say, your mileage will vary...
Andrew
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You pretty much answered your own questions. Maiting the 37 to 45 is totally normal. Your not always going to have an adapter that works with that certain part come out to a 37 degree AN or inverted flare. So joining the two is very common. Just make sure you prep the tube end like it came from the factory. PREP is the key!
Check out my tubular Tuesdays and look up page 12. I give a simple how to on DIY tube flaring.
Mark