Homemade Crushed Tube Expander


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BUILDER:
Rusty Heap on forums.pelicanparts.com
DESCRIPTION:
Homemade fixture intended to repair a crushed oil line. Constructed from PVC fittings, a length of hose, an air compressor, and a propane torch.
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Apr 18, 2014 10:30 AM
daveward
Ahh!  Air pressure and heat...good job!
Sep 29, 2013 9:23 PM
Altair
Very interesting setup. I will give this one a try.
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DIY Crushed Tube Expander - comment on how to build a Crushed Tube Expander - 2 comments
daveward says:
Apr 18, 2014 10:30 AM
Ahh!  Air pressure and heat...good job!

Altair says:
Sep 29, 2013 9:23 PM
Very interesting setup. I will give this one a try.

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