Gradywhite drain tubes

fdg44

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I recently purchased an older overnighter 1982 to be exact and i want to replace the old drain tubes one in the bottom of the bilge and two in the motor well.
I found what appears to be a suitable match here on iboats however mine are flared on both ends and the replacement is not.
My question is there a flaring tool or some tips for removing the old ones and then flaring the new one on both sides of transum?
 

Woodonglass

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Re: Gradywhite drain tubes

You can make your own flaring tool. A factory one runs about $50 bucks. You might find a Boat Shop that would loan you one.

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