[racer21m]

I am trying to soften ss brake lines so i can flare them . is there an easy way?

 

[302 Z28]

Most SS lines designed for brake use are already annealed. If you are having trouble it's probably because of the flaring tool you are using. You need a good grade 37 degree flaring tool for SS lines.

Vince

 

[Centerline]

302/Z28 is correct. DO NOT try to double flare stainless brake lines, it just won't work. The must be flared at 37 degrees which is considerably less than standard soft steal lines.

 

[powerrodsmike]

I'll agree with Vince and Centerline too..
If you are having trouble flaring it, it is not designed to do what you want it to.

Use the 37 degree tool and the right fittings. Or get the pre annealed tube. Don't play metallurgist with something as critical as brakeline. Even if you do get it to flare, what's to say you don't have a failure later from uncontrolled annealing methods.

There are a bunch of threads here about flaring stainless. Most all say the same thing.

later, mikey

 

[Irelands child]

This is a version of the right 37degree flaring tool by RIGID tools. Ain't cheap at about $200.

The $50 Speedway version wont cut it!!

Photo also shows a good 3/16 bender for SS tubing (that isn't rust but glare on the bender). Other sizes are available.