#16 Straight Crimp Hose Fitting

The #16 Straight Crimp Hose Fitting by Fragola is an essential component for builders and mechanics working with custom fuel, oil, and coolant line systems. This straight-design fitting serves as the termination point where flexible hose meets rigid line, eliminating the need for separate adapters and reducing potential leak points in high-performance and modified engine builds. Whether you're assembling a fuel system for a turbo upgrade, rerouting brake lines in a suspension overhaul, or constructing a custom cooling circuit, this fitting provides a reliable, compact connection that integrates seamlessly into tight engine bay layouts.

Fragola's crimp-style design locks the hose securely without threads, distributing clamp loads evenly across the barbed shank to prevent hose slippage under pressure spikes. The straight configuration (zero-degree orientation) allows direct hose attachment in applications where bends would create stress concentrations or restrict flow. This #16-size fitting accommodates standard automotive hose diameters and works with both braided stainless steel and rubber hose, making it versatile across fuel injection retrofits, supercharger plumbing, and transmission cooler installations. The compact footprint—weighing just 0.17 lbs with minimal profile—fits into confined spaces typical of modern engine compartments where real estate is at a premium.

Experienced builders appreciate crimp fittings for their durability and resistance to vibration-induced loosening that can plague threaded designs over thousands of miles. Installation requires a proper hose crimper tool and careful sizing to hose ID, but the result is a leak-free connection rated for sustained pressure environments. This fitting excels in street rods, race cars, late-model engine swaps, and restorations where system reliability is non-negotiable. Stock multiple #16 straight fittings to handle complex multi-point plumbing layouts and ensure you have spares for future modifications.