#16 Race-Rite Crimp-On Hose End 180-Degree

The #16 Race-Rite Crimp-On Hose End 180-Degree from FRAGOLA is engineered for high-performance fuel, coolant, and transmission line applications where space and routing flexibility demand a tight turn-back configuration. Built for serious automotive builders and mechanics who understand that hose fittings are critical load-bearing components in modified engines, this 180-degree crimp-on design eliminates the need for multiple adapters and reduces potential leak points in tight engine bays. Whether you're plumbing a custom fuel system, routing coolant through a high-output engine, or managing transmission cooler lines on a track-prepped vehicle, this fitting delivers the directional control your build demands.

Constructed from aluminum with black anodized finish, the 16 AN crimp-on hose end maintains structural integrity under sustained pressure while resisting corrosion in harsh underbody environments. The 180-degree bend geometry allows hose runs to reverse direction sharply, critical for navigating around engine components, frame rails, and firewall obstacles without kinking or restricting flow. Fragola's Race-Rite series employs precision-swaged aluminum construction that cold-forms around your hose under proper crimping pressure, creating a permanent seal that won't spin or slip under vibration—a failure mode that plagues lesser fittings in high-vibration performance applications. The crimp design eliminates the need for hose clamps or secondary retention, streamlining your plumbing and reducing weight in weight-conscious builds.

This fitting is ideal for engine builders, fabricators, and experienced mechanics tackling forced-induction systems, fuel-injected conversions, or street rod restorations where OEM hose routing won't work. The 16 AN size accommodates high flow volumes without excessive pressure drop—suitable for carbureted fuel systems up to 200+ hp or EFI systems in the 400+ hp range depending on fuel pump output and line velocity. Installation requires a dedicated hose crimper tool calibrated for AN sizes; improper crimping voids the fitting's integrity and risks system failure. Always source hose and fittings as a matched set using the same pressure rating, and verify compatibility with your fluid type—some anodized aluminum can react with certain coolants or brake fluids over extended service intervals.