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    Hmmm... I wonder if a worn-out spade bit would be strong enough to be repurposed into just such a tool?

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    Quote Originally Posted by IAMSatisfied View Post
    Hmmm... I wonder if a worn-out spade bit would be strong enough to be repurposed into just such a tool?
    Shorten the shank enough and it just might
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    Also seems like the bend shown in that piece of tubing would be necessary in order to maintain control as the tool spins and pulls on the tube.

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    Swaging the tubing would greatly reduce the number of connections in the plumbing
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    Quote Originally Posted by IAMSatisfied View Post
    Hmmm... I wonder if a worn-out spade bit would be strong enough to be repurposed into just such a tool?
    At this price for as many as you get, almost not worth the trouble...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Rikk View Post
    At this price for as many as you get, almost not worth the trouble...

    https://www.amazon.com/SSPIN300-Swag.../dp/B01HN47DIC
    it sure wouldn't take long to pay for a complete set even if only using the 1/2 and 3/4" when adding or replacing copper in a home



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