Car crafters are an impatient lot. If there's a way to accomplish a task in less time with less hassle, most enthusiasts are all for it. We recently ran across a series of quick-disconnect fittings from a company called Jiffy-tite that fits right into this concept.
The Jiffy-tite fittings offer the ability to connect or disconnect a fitting in seconds without the need for tools. To pull this off, literally all you do is pull back the sliding socket collar and the fitting comes apart just like the fittings on your shop air hose. They're 100 percent leakproof and offer minimal flow restriction for oil, water, or fuel up to a -12 hose diameter.
Jiffy-tite offers several interesting configurations. There are carburetor kits that allow you to unhook dual fuel lines at the bowl in a matter of seconds. The company also offers quick-disconnect fittings and flexible braided lines for transmission cooler lines. You can also create easily disconnected fittings for your oil pressure gauge line. It's a slick idea that can save time and aggravation.