How to safely bend a faucet copper pipe

[q0987]

Hello all,

I ran into some issues that I need to more space to install the stainless steel water pipe to the faucet. My faucet cooper pipe is similar as attached image.

Is there a good way so that I can bend the copper pipe a little so that I can get some space to install the new stainless steel pipe?

I knew I can use some bending spring http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AZYTWY/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20.
The problem I have is that end of the copper pipe has a connector that prevents me from using the bending spring.

Thank you

 

[johnjh2o]

After the faucet is installed it will take very little force to separate the two lines. Make the bend below the point were it exits the faucet.

John

 

[havasu]

The copper is very soft and by using both hands it is easily bent away from each other to make the connections alot easier.

 

[q0987]

Please see my updated real images.

After the installation, I can feel the hose that bends with quite force!

 

[johnjh2o]

It's no tighter then most. Welcome to the plumping world.

John

 

[q0987]

I installed the stainless steel hose a year ago without leak. On Saturday, when I cleaned the U-Pipe down the sink, I may accidently move the top connector and it slowlys leaks water. I tried to tight it up without success. Finally, I disassemble the connector and reinstall it. So far so good.

So I assume the space is too tight, any movement of the connector may cause leak!

 

[IFIXH20]

If it leaks again, replace the supply line (stainless steel line). Just a helpful hint -- On some faucets you can connect the supply line to the faucet before installing the faucet , this help with tight spaces.