Tool question, not Valk related thats why it's here

[HOZ]

I bought a "Kent-Moore Single and Double Lap Flaring and Beading Tool" No. J-2185. It's in it's original green metal box, date printed on bottom of instruction label inside of lid is June 1944. Have looked on internet without any luck. Anyone know anything about this tool - good, bad, worth?

[Mr.BubblesVRCCDS0008]

I'm pretty sure they were/are used to make brake lines for cars.

[RoadKill]

Kent-moore is a division of SPX corporation, essentially OTC (Owatonna Tool Company)  Kent-Moore,OTC,Miller tool,Robinair Ect.. are all brands of SPX corporation. More than likely what you have is a G.M. factory tool sold directly to general motors dealers as a service tool. What exactly are you needing ? replacement parts? E-bay value?   You could try calling SPX at 1-800-345-2233 . I believe it is a tool from a set for repairing the special flare end on G.M. quick connect fuel lines. Probably not much use with out the whole set.

[RoadKill]

How do those instructions read? Are you sure the box is original ? That type of fuel line flare was not available until 1990's or later. 1944 doesnt seem to fit. Got pictures?

[gregc]

   Sounds like it is used for putting a single, or double flair on steel lines.  3/16 & 1/4 would be for brake lines, 5/16 & 3/8 would be for fuel lines.    For the double flair you need a second piece, little round disk with a post sticking out one side.

[junior]

now the way i see it  gmc and harleys have alot in common, none of the parts have changed for somany years that that tool is still state of the art

[RoadKill]

now the way i see it  gmc and harleys have alot in common, none of the parts have changed for somany years that that tool is still state of the art

Nope! The parts have changed and interchangability went right out the damn window. Reliability has stayed the same  and fit and finish went down hill fast, mostly thanx to government involvement and regulation.