I have a pretty nice hand bender so I don't really worry about it. I can't remember what it cost, but it wasn't cheap. I bought it locally from an industrial hydraulic store several years ago. We were using it for stainless lines at the time and needed something quality.


The design looks like the one pictured above, but it isn't Rigid brand. I'll have to snap a shot of it next time I'm in the shop.




GM bubble flares are different. I have a MasterCool 71475 flare tool and it does the GM quick connect fittings in 3/8 and 5/16 along with transmission lines and a thousand other things. I absolutely love this tool but it's not cheap and most people can't afford or justify the price of one. I believe I spent about $300 on mine a few years ago.


NiCopp material in 3/8. Left side is transmission flare (4L60E / 4L80E, etc.), right side is GM quick connect fuel fitting.


Hope this helps.

 

Is there a fuel filter that you could run inline that accepts the nylon fuel line fittings?

 

You can still use the Corvette filter / regulator, but you press a male fitting on the outlet end. You can also use other filters with quick connect fittings if you have the regulator located elsewhere.

 

I borrowed the correct tool for an auto parts store (Bumper to Bumper).

 

Has anyone used this tool http://www.ktoolinternational.com/kt...305/p/KTI75305
For assembling nylon lines, it looks like a small tool you can keep on you for emergencies

 

I haven't. But it looks interesting.

I did a variation on the one outlined in the OP is what I did, and it is a pain in the rear. Although, I did succeed with it.