Bought a knockoff tube expander from a tool truck in Toledo, big mistake

It was a third of the price of a proper Elliott, so I thought I was saving cash. The mandrel snapped on the third tube, and I had to buy a new one anyway, plus I lost half a day's pay. Anyone know a good supplier for the real deal around here?

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grant4656mo ago

Ugh, been there. Grabbed a cheap flaring tool from a flea market once. The split die cracked on the first line, ruined the flare. Had to redo the whole run. Those knockoffs are just shiny paperweights. Never again.

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laura2116mo ago

Didn't some guy online test those and they all failed?

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grantl945mo ago

What did you expect from a Toledo tool truck special?

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