stupid question but is there a how to forhow to make SS lines??

[GstRacer]

ya i cant figure out the trick to making a 6an oil line i cant get all the stainless steel mesh inside the fitting and when i cut it even when i tape it it get all frizzy is there anyone that can show me how to make ss lines thanks

 

[boosting_laser]

ya i cant figure out the trick to making a 6an oil line i cant get all the stainless steel mesh inside the fitting and when i cut it even when i tape it it get all frizzy is there anyone that can show me how to make ss lines thanks

What I did was tape the end entering the fitting w/ duck tape really tightly. Lube it w/ clean motor oil and slowly turn it clockwise while pushing it in. As soon as it enters the fitting remove as much tape as possible & continue turning it w/ force. It would be easier w/ a vice grip, but I didn't have one @ the time. Hope this helps, good luck.

 

[DSM90AWD]

I used electrical tape to keep the end from fraying. Use a dremmel to cut the metal jacket and a razor knife to finish off the rubber hose.

Put a dab of engine oil on the hose end and inside of fitting and should be fine

 

[99gst_racer]

The tape that I found best to use is the clear packing tape that has the fiberglass threads in it. Wrap it as tight as possible around the area that needs to be cut.The tape itself is thin and easy to cut through, yet the fiberglass threads are strong enough to not allow the hose to frey.

If the end frey's, it will be close to impossible to use. Just tape off the hose one inch down and try again.

I also found a hacksaw with a brand new metal-cutting blade to work better than a dremel tool. Just apply very little pressure and let the saw do the cutting.


PS - hmm..... Maybe I should do a write up on the subject. I'll see if I have any extra hose laying around the garage and I'll see what I can whip up.

 

[RamenPride]

http://www.stevetek.com/R-BraidedLineTutorial.html