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Braided hoses??

Old May 30, 2001 | 07:21 AM
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Braided hoses??

What is a good way to cut braided hose?

The company I can get it from will not cut it and only sells it in pre-cut lengths....
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Old May 30, 2001 | 07:23 AM
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Use a hacksaw with a FINE tooth blade. Wrap tape around where you want to cut, it will keep the braid from unraveling while you are cutting.
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Old May 30, 2001 | 07:51 AM
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I like using a jigsaw with fine metal blade. Much easier on the wrist ! and the smell of burnt rugger, well you get used to it. But the idea is the same.

Oh yea, measure twice - cut ounce !

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Old May 30, 2001 | 08:00 AM
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Air cutoff tool with the aformentioned wrap of tape. Flush the hose clean when done either way.

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