Removing hose fittings

decoweenie

John,

Are you holding the broom indirectly (inside the hose) by holding the hose directly ?

In another word, you hold the hose and broom really tight while try to un-rotate the small ring to release the connection.

jhaaja

You should try quick and fast twists on the outer nut, otherwise the split inside parts will turn with the outer nut.

Rust Bucket

Hmmm, i have inserted the broom handle inside. Well mine is actually a floor sweeper type thing and it fits inside the hose nicely with fittings to hold the two stud type things inside the hose. I just hold the broom handle tightly and i try to turn the outter ring, it just keeps turning around without coming lose...

decoweenie

How you are using the broom is similar to inserting a standard tool to hold the 2 studs in place.

Unfortunately, after prolonged use, the hose is stuck to the 2 split rings underneath the small outer ring. And just rotating as 1 piece (hose, 2 split rings and small outer ring).

So follow what I wrote, find a smaller diameter broom stick, insert it past the 2 studs so you could hold the handle by gripping the hose to keep it steady like shown in the picture by Blomman (who first posted this technique)

Then use a quick snapping motion to unscrew the small outer ring that is on top of the 2 split rings.

Good luck, be patient as it is one of the most frustrating thing to do on the YBOD - removing old hose connection...

Mdemon

Here are some instructions for getting the ends off, even when they spin round. >>> Hose Removal

Use the technique with the snoopy loop along with your broomstick and all will be well. I've got it down so I can mostly do it with just a snoopy loop now, unless the threads are hopelessly filled with grit - then I use whatever to lock the lugs. I use grease on them before reassembly and it makes it easier next time.

I don't think AP have got enough praise for these hose connectors - amazingly robust and versatile.

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decoweenie

Have to try that next time. Have green...

Mdemon

Thank you. Hope you find it useful.

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rigdiver

Thank you. That was one of the most useful posts I've seen. I've been leery of breaking down the hoses till now.

Rust Bucket

Thanks for the tips guys, did as shown in your link Mdemon did the trick. Some are still a little more stuborn than others, but with some fast twisting and cursing they finally came lose.

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Mdemon

Cool! Glad it worked for you.

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