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Originally Posted by kipps
Skyphix, note that there are several styles of quick connects. Of three that I know off... #1 is the factory style, like what you see in the outlet end of the filter/regulator. #2 is the one Leestruk shows in his posts. #3 is the Dorman one I referenced in my post. I assume that #1 is the most dependable, but could be a bear to disconnect in tight quarters. #2 is very easy to disconnect. #3 is sometimes easy, and sometimes nearly impossible to disconnect. I wish I had used #2 instead of #3.
I have seen all three of these in a barbed form, allowing them to be clamped to rubber hose or pressed in to nylon line. #1 might only be available in metal. On #2, don't forget to remove the small clip before pressing it in.
Keep in mind, that it will be much harder to press-fit a 45 or 90 fitting, compared to a straight one. You may have to rig your own wooden clamps for doing this.
I've heard of folks installing ear clamps on the nylon line as a precaution. I'll do it because it's convenient. It's probably not necessary, though.
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Awesome info, that makes sense. The more I think about it, bends would be better achieved with the male/male dorman piece in the link I posted, and using #2 style.
I think I'm finally getting my hands around it - thank you all!