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I'm generally pretty handy, but I'm just not following how this repair is done even after reading many threads on the subject. My bilge tube has lost the external 'curl' and o-ring at the transom below the waterline. The tube itself seems to be in fine shape otherwise, but it concerns me having such an easy path for water intrusion.

Has anyone in the NY/NJ/CT tri-state area done this? Do you have the flaring tool (i have ball peen hammers aplenty) and the experience of working on your own boat? I'd love to pick your brain, or at worst case barter for your skill in doing the work.