Get Pro Results at Home: Brake Line Flaring Made Easy with CPP’s CPBFT Tool
Whether you're bending up a custom brake system or replacing worn-out lines on a classic build, there’s one critical step that often gets overlooked—getting a clean, consistent flare. Sloppy flares lead to leaks, lost pedal pressure, and safety concerns. That’s why Classic Performance Products developed the CPBFT Brake Line Flaring Tool—a professional-grade solution designed to take the guesswork and frustration out of line flaring.
Why Flaring Matters
In high-pressure hydraulic systems like brakes, the line flare is the sealing surface that connects the tubing to the fitting. If the flare is uneven, cracked, or incomplete, no fitting or sealant can save it. That’s especially true when working with hard lines like stainless steel or nickel-copper alloy. A proper flare ensures safe, leak-free performance—and that starts with the right tool.
Meet the CPBFT: Precision in the Palm of Your Hand
The CPBFT is a bench-mounted brake line flaring tool built to make consistent, repeatable flares on 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", and 4.75mm tubing. It creates 45-degree single or double flares—exactly what’s needed for most American and Asian brake systems.
Unlike handheld kits that slip or misalign under pressure, the CPBFT features:
- A vise-mounted base for rock-solid stability
- A rotating turret die head clearly marked for each operation (OP.0, OP.1, OP.2)
- Four sets of precision split dies
- A heavy-duty lever handle for effortless flare formation
- Rugged steel construction and a molded storage case
Works with the Tough Stuff
This tool isn’t just for mild steel lines. The CPBFT handles:
- Stainless steel tubing, which many flare tools struggle with
- Steel and soft metals like copper-nickel (CuNi)
- Fuel lines, transmission cooler lines, and more
- It’s the kind of versatile tool you’ll use again and again on everything from brake system installs to custom fuel routing.
How It Works: 3-Step Double Flare Process
Using the CPBFT is simple if you follow a few basic steps:
- Cut and prep the tubing using a proper tubing cutter and chamfering tool. Clean ends are critical.
- Insert the line into the split dies flush to the end, using the turret’s OP.0 die to gauge the correct position.
- Form the flare by rotating the die head to OP.1 and then OP.2, pulling the lever smoothly until it bottoms out
That’s it. You get a uniform, tight-sealing double flare every time. For single flares, the process is even faster.
Built for Builders
Whether you’re a seasoned fabricator or tackling your first brake job, this tool is built to save time, reduce waste, and deliver pro-quality results. It’s perfect for:
- Custom brake system installs
- Line repair on classic trucks and muscle cars
- Upgrades using stainless or aftermarket tubing
- Every CPBFT includes a 1-year warranty and is supported by CPP’s technical staff and video tutorials.
Other Useful Tools for a Clean Install
To make the job even easier, CPP offers a full line of complementary tools for bending, cutting, and tightening your hard lines:
- TBT-HD – Heavy-Duty Tube Bending Tool: Ideal for tight-radius bends without collapsing the tube
- TBT-90 – Triple Tube Bender: Precise 90-degree bends on multiple sizes with one tool
- TCB-S / TCB-L – Tube Cutters: Small and large models for clean, square cuts every time
- W350 – 3-Piece SAE Flare Nut Wrench Set: Prevents damage to fittings during tightening and removal
Pair these tools with your CPBFT and you’ll be set up to tackle any custom brake, fuel, or trans line job with confidence and control.
Shop with Confidence
When it comes to brake systems, quality isn't optional—it’s mandatory. Don’t trust your hard work to budget kits that twist, slip, or produce unreliable flares. The CPP CPBFT Brake Line Flaring Tool is the right tool for doing the job once—and doing it right.
Order yours now or call CPP at 714-522-2000 for tech support or ordering assistance.
