Brake Line, Inline Flaring Tool - First Look & Demo - Napa Service Tools

Unboxing and demonstration of the 165c Master Inline Flaring Tool Kit from Napa Service Tools.
Looks great, but how well will it last?

[@minnieblades7029]

Reminder to anyone learning how to do this for first time, don't forget to put the fitting on the line before flaring! Thanks for the demonstration of this tool.

[@theFlashOracle]

Another great tool review. Looks like I'll be picking one of these up

[@ClydeDoSomething]

We'll see how it works out....

[@Toyotas_n__Tools]

Great I think I need to get this now!

[@richardwright5099]

Thanks. Going to get me one.

[@sealbasher2000]

I just bought one of these kits. The manufacturer didn't machine the threads onto the 3/16" die! The other sizes are fine. Back to NAPA for an exchange.

[@4589scott]

I was KILLING that die on the old school flaring tool. Once I calmed down the flares came out real nice.

[@mule666]

Nice set

[@dariopiec9552]

Very good test

[@tommya5203]

great video

[@fstlnj29]

Just bought this based on your video. Need to make some bubble flares. Edit added January 6, 2021 THIS WILL NOT MAKE BUBBLE FLARES. Bought a different product that will but if a bubble flare is what you are looking for this kit is not it. You have been warned. No issue with the quality of the kit but the bubble flare dies look exactly like the double flare and you do not get the crown you are looking for in a bubble flare. My local NAPA store could not make bubble flares with it. I would pull this video down End of edit Using the niccop line so need to stop winding on the press when it seats. Did three practice flares and then went to town. Read the directions as you need to set the depth for the bubble using the non bubble die. Also it help to lube the threads on the press. Another thing I found helpful is when you are cutting the tube only turn the cutter about 1/4 turn each time. The niccop will allow you to do more but then the burr left on the tube is bigger.

[@koffibanan3099]

Looking forward to an update after you've used it at work. A lot of the amazon reviews on this tool (it's made by cal van) point out that the dies strip out very easily... Anyway thanks for the video!

[@stinkycheese804]

Don't know who made the one I got as a loaner tool from Autozone, but it looked similar and did a very poor job, nearly unusable.

[@wkzzrproductions]

Awesome video keep up the great work dropping by to hit the like button.

[@ClydeDoSomething]

Cheers Bud!!

[@ejbcomp]

I know this video is old, but I just bought this tool Saturday and it was awesome! Rear line on my Outback rotted out. Works great! So much better than the classic bar clamp type tool.

[@heyyou5189]

3 minutes in still haven't shown the kit.

[@Scott.Farkus]

Be sure to watch Part 2 to see WHAT'S IN THE CASE!

[@monkeywrangler5200]

Dunno if it matters or not but I was always taught (by my father) to put a lil brake fluid on when running it down... good for the dyes lives. *shrugs*

[@ClydeDoSomething]

That's a good tip.

[@omgnogod666]

Another channel uses a tiny bit of aluminum antiseize.

[@pawpatina]

any lube will do.

[@twig3288]

At least they should include an Allen wrench with the kit.

[@danieljohnson6684]

Bought a brakeline flaring tool from Napa Carlyle brand and the damn thing didn't have any teeth in the 3/16th portion, took me 8hrs of alot of frustration and leaking unions to realize it.

[@d.j.9961]

I just started your video about the Napa inline flare tool. Idk how much that one cost but, I got the Cal Van Tools inline master flare kit part # 165 for forty some dollars plus $10.00 S/H.... I find that I need to use my old crossbar set up/single flare tool bar & forcing screw with the bubble flare die to get the best bubble flare! I ordered a eastwood 25304 but, I am waiting on it to arrive & NOW THAT I LOOK AT THE PIC ON AMAZON, It looks like a knock off of the eastwood25304 that I ordered. I DIDN'T REALIZE THAT WHEN ORDERING! I keep 2 extra tools inside my Cal Van case, the corresponding allen wrench, & a Dremel pointy thing that I use with a drill for deburring, inside my case!

[@jackantoine5185]

This is easier than the standard tool???

[@zell863]

Basically same flaring tool only for using of wrenches. A big problem with this would be keeping balance of tool when twisting. Would not work with ss I guess. Se how he keep both hands close to pipe when twist. It defeat purpose of this tool. Would work well in some bench clamp I guess.

[@boydjoiner4652]

Does it work on Stainless tubing? Say 0.035" wall?

[@ThePlowGuys]

I love the blowmolded cases to. If they are good I keep them if not out they go.

[@ClydeDoSomething]

In this case, it's a keeper

[@Toolaholic7]

Mastercool has the best flaring tool set,just over $400.00 and well worth the money.Much faster than the manual version

[@ClydeDoSomething]

Spendy

[@Toolaholic7]

Have one and can make GM fuel lines as well with it,has the dies for them

[@joescheller6680]

you just defeteaded the purpose of the tool bt using that big wrench to hold it. its bigger than the old style flaring bar

[@Neuron43]

I just got done using every curse word I know of while trying to replace a couple brake lines and thought there has to be something better out there. I do believe that one would work for me but no more Napa in this hick town! Do you know if there's a similar type available? An online store would be great. Have you used it much in the two years since this video? If so, is it still working well?

[@Ryo8761]

Ron similar kit on ebay $60 for master kit includes both SAE and Metric, $35 for SAE or Metric only.

[@joescheller6680]

where did you ever find a adjustable wrench like that never seen one and don't ever want one big nob sticking out in the way

[@jimt.9227]

Actually, that looks like a hammer head on that side. So it's a multi-tool. Aaand, if you look again, you'll notice a 12 point wrench on the other end of the handle. I think I'd like to have that tool, myself.

[@TheOrigHammer]

no bubble flare?

[@GettinJunkDone]

I absolutely hate doing break lines...but then again I've never had a proper tool to flare the ends the right way.

[@ClydeDoSomething]

It sucks either way.....lol

[@trappistachel]

This is the Pabst Blue Ribbon version of AvE

[@philtrottier4442]

You should put a dab of red rubber grease on the die and on the treads of this tool.Your tool will last much longer and the flares will be better.

[@danieldelgadillo5890]

whats the price on this?

[@kimherrick9615]

the box gets opened at 3:20

[@d-s-ll2378]

sorry brother forgot to put a bit of grease.

[@ml2trick]

Buy the Hydraulic one. 300 bucks and Never a problem. It works on all lines, fuel etc. You forget about the price after one time of using.

[@joescheller6680]

cheaper to havr a shop do it then for 300 unless you are doing it everyday. most of us maybe use it once or twice in a life time

[@fullblastman]

Yeah, try doing that with 3/8 trans line that's pvf coated, I've been though three different flare kits and they all suck shit! When will someone make a decent flare tool?

[@TinManKustoms]

looks like a good tool to do the job but it also seems a bit clumsy to use and a bit time consuming to use on a daily basis

[@ClydeDoSomething]

I guess we'll have to see. I'm gonna put it to service at my work for about the next year, then revisit it in a video. Nobody got this for me. I payed for it, so you'll get a real idea of how good, or not, it is.. Cheers Bud!!

[@maconthelt6963]

Benefit-your flares are always central and perfect. How many times has anyone had to use the old style before getting a perfect flare

[@tooljunkie6003]

Any update on the this tool ? Thanks

[@Stephen-ut5xo]

this tool is trash dont buy it

[@pfarnsworth84]

@@Stephen-ut5xo Could you expand on that? How exactly is it trash? The one I bought from advance just broke on its first use and every other "bar-type" look to be the exact same make and/or design. So perhaps make a suggestion for one that works better than the cheapo bar type that doesn't cost an arm and a leg or require a vise.

[@Stephen-ut5xo]

@@pfarnsworth84 the only cheap one that works really good is Titan Tools 51535, but it only does 3/16 Line.

[@Stephen-ut5xo]

The Threads strip out on it after only one or two uses. Then as you tighten it down it just lets go. Also the die that clamps down on the line slips easily and doesnt grip the line good enough. When you actually do get it to work, the flares are hardly useable. The only line this would work okay on is copper-nickel, which kinda defeats the purpose of doing it on the car.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Nice review buddy. Does it do bubble flairs as well ?

[@ClydeDoSomething]

@3:49 They're in there too. Seems like a good kit. We'll see how it takes the abuse.

[@SteveRobReviews]

HUm i have to pay more attention

[@Elskrat88]

can I ask what happened to the Roadhouse channel and tommy?? did you catch him drinking another brand of beer?

[@ClydeDoSomething]

Well, Tommy took some time off, now it looks like he may not be back. The plan was to wait for him, But it may have to be a solo gig on that channel too. Not to worry, there will be lots of familiar faces, as well as some new ones there too.

[@travismcvey]

Elskrat88 Well let Tommy know he will greatly be missed. I've always loved his antics! Lol Here's to hoping he'll have the chance to guest star on the Soapbox channel.

[@Elskrat88]

Clyde's SoapBox. well dang what a bummer dont take it the wrong way your awesome too but I had gotten used to having xj help from the both of y'all it made the hard work a little easier well ill be sticking around for sure love the new channel great concept peace amigo

[@pelican7481]

Starts @ 3:30

[@joescheller6680]

cool but is it affordable for someone who only does a brake job couple times in alife time

[@jimt.9227]

The set is about $55 on line. I just priced it yesterday, by coincidence, before I ever saw this video.

[@pfarnsworth84]

@@jimt.9227 Must have gone up since then, I just checked on NAPA's website and it's almost $100.

[@raygonzales668]

It breaks very easy> Napa does not stock it so it’s days to replace broken parts. Worked great until it broke. It broke on the first two days of using it.

[@johnmalt9921]

Swedish nut lathe!

[@ClydeDoSomething]

The one..... Not the only.....

[@nigelmitchell351]

Do you get off on blow mold cases....? Ye gods...just open it, life's too short. ;-)

[@johnnyjimj]

Regarding the 'old style' garbage they sell at big box stores and most auto parts stores... "the die might get bent'... Let me correct you on this... "the die WILL get bent and after a few tries it WILL break into the tubing!!!" Many thanks for this quick review - I do however have immediate objections as to the 'quality' of the tool you're reviewing. First, the cutting tool. OK I guess to work in cramped areas, but how about the quality of the cutting wheel? These tools rarely last more than a few dozen cuts unless the wheel is made of carbide or unless you exclusively use nickel copper tubing. Steel lines wear standard carbon steel wheels very quickly, forget about stainless steel!!! Then there is the 'deburring' tool... That angle is way too sharp and you end up with a thin edge that can split and crack when you form the flare. Useless. Instead, use a steep angled carbide deburring bit on a drill. Very effective, doesn't weaken the tubing. Your hand-held spade deburring tool is a nifty idea if the metal is tough enough to handle soft steel... As for the clamps... ALLEN bolts?! What were they thinking? They'll round out after just a few uses! I'd get rid of them and replace them with TORX bolts outright... Also, why are the clamps so thin? A deeper clamp with 4 screws instead of two would prevent forcing and rounding out the locking screws and would have less of a chance of damaging the tubing wall. Finally, if it was thick enough, you could actually have space to for a screw-in handle into that clamping block. As for the final cone shape, you do have to bottom it out, just not too tight. If not, it will bend again when you tighten the line and your cone shape my deform. Other than these quibbles, the fundamental design seems to be a great improvement on the pure junk they sell for $20-$40. You could have mentioned how much you paid for it, though! Hopefully it's been doing good over time, I'll be looking for your follow up video, thanks for sharing!

[@darrinrentruc6614]

OPEN IT ALREADY !!

[@travismcvey]

Hey Clide? Umm.... You forgot the fitting! Baah ha ha ha!

[@ClydeDoSomething]

I was waiting for this comment........ * * * * * * LOL

[@dleland71]

Some of us DON'T drink beer and object to the advertisement of it. The hat is OK, but the lighted sign is too much. Thanks for the tool review, I'll just stick with my HF set.

[@biancathomas7181]

How much is it

[@Ryo8761]

Bianca Thomas similar kit on ebay $60 for master kit includes both SAE and Metric, $35 for SAE or Metric only

[@brandonmurphy4657]

Alot of napa service tools are usa made by danaher

[@Wypipo]

Not “brake line” - hold line!

[@customowing]

I stick with old bar style with all the different hole in it, you get rid on the big wrench that mite be handy in a tight spot if you can if can find smaller wrench it sounds like yourt trying to sell everyone that watchs your video

[@michaellewis7117]

open the damn box will ya

[@sebastiaanpeters7358]

These things are cheap and kinda work how ever there are way better products that cost a bit more work way better and last longer.

[@Stephen-ut5xo]

this tool is trash dont buy it. it sucks at doing steel, and the threads are crap and strip easily

[@regdor8187]

Hack.......Lots of hand waving.....Little expertise.......

[@philipcbarrera1537]

Great Tool...Talks too much. Get to the point

[@marcseevers955]

You talk way to much less talking and more action

[@johnlivingston4831]

absolute over priced chinese napa junk. if you want a good flaring tool get the lisle 33260 double flaring tool and do away with this junk. does 3/16 and 1/4 on the same tool. you wont be sorry.

[@Retired70]

Another dude trying to be a comedian