#8 Str Hose End

The #8 Straight Hose End (XRP100008) is a precision-engineered hydraulic fitting designed for marine fuel, oil, and coolant systems where reliable, leak-free connections are non-negotiable. Whether you're running a performance outboard, inboard, or closed-loop cooling circuit, this straight adapter connects 8 AN hose to 8 AN female ports with the kind of durability that keeps you on the water instead of in the shop. Built by XRP-XTREME RACING PRODUCTS, a brand trusted in high-vibration motorsports and marine environments, this fitting handles the thermal cycling and pressure pulses that stock aluminum fittings often struggle with.

Machined from lightweight aluminum with blue and red anodized finish, the #8 straight hose end resists corrosion in salt and freshwater applications while maintaining low weight—critical for fuel-injected and turbocharged marine engines where system balance matters. The straight orientation eliminates the need for 90-degree adapters in tight engine compartments, reducing potential leak points and simplifying installation. AN8 (1/2-inch nominal bore) diameter handles substantial flow rates without pressure drop, making it ideal for high-output engines and custom cooling loops where factory hose routing won't work.

This fitting suits any boater or engine builder upgrading OEM rubber hose to braided stainless steel—a critical upgrade for performance builds, saltwater applications, or aging vessels where vibration and UV damage accelerate hose degradation. Marine mechanics and custom builders rely on XRP fittings because they're rated for the same pressures and temperatures as the hose itself, eliminating the weak link. Install with standard AN hose and a torque wrench set to manufacturer specs (typically 15–20 ft-lbs for 8 AN) to ensure a permanent seal that won't weep or fail under acceleration, rough seas, or extended high-RPM operation.