Push Lok install

[Noob]

I’m trying to install some push lok hose. I’m having the hardest time getting the hose pushed all the way up onto fitting. Does anyone have any tips? Is there a tool that makes this easier?

 

[Randy]

I soak the hose end in very hot water before I try to slip it on the fittings, never had a problem getting them on.

 

[Allen]

I use a water based pipe lubricant. Really helps a lot.

 

[PaulLovesJamie]

I warm it up with a dewalt 20v heat gun.

 

[Randy]

I always use a Flare fitting on any component that I might have to replace or disconnect at sometime. Like on your air regulators.
https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/p-65...ale-swivel-3-8-i-d-barb-x-3-8-o-d-sae-45.aspx
It makes life a little easier.

 

[Rfreeman]

I've always just used a little soap on the barb and never had a problem

 

[water guy]

I've always just used a little soap on the barb and never had a problem

No Brainer

 

[Greg Pack]

if the hose is fresh and pliable they go on easy up to 1/2". Once the hose ages and stiffens up they become more difficult. I've got some old 3/4" hose for spotfree in my IBA and they are nearly impossible to get on all the way.

 

[DiamondWash]

Have you tried talking dirty to it....LOL otherwise the very hot water/air idea has always worked with those fittings.

 

[Noob]

Randy,
Do those push lok fittings you linked above have a threaded end on them that I can screw directly into the regulators?

 

[Randy]

Randy,
Do those push lok fittings you linked above have a threaded end on them that I can screw directly into the regulators?

No, you need a 45 deg flare adapter.

3/8" Brass Flare Adapter | 30-243 | Barstock Flare Fittings | Kleen-Rite

The 30-243 is a brass flare adapter with 3/8" hose barb x 3/8" male SAE 45° ends. Used with push-on hose.

www.kleen-ritecorp.com