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dcmac214
Explorer
Sep 02, 2021

Wanted - Fresh Water Hose for "Olds"

Looking for fresh water hose with feature for couple getting on in years and going down in strength.

Want water hose, don't care what color, that has a "grip" on both ends. "Grip" being an easy-to-grasp assistant for tightening the connections. There are lots available with a "grip" on the female end but haven't been able to find one with "grip" on both ends. Closest I've seen so far (not bought) is one with hex ends for a wrench but that's not what I want.
Seeking Advice
  • rexlion's avatar
    rexlion
    Explorer
    Sep 03, 2021
    You could get the hose with the large-grip female end, and on the male end you can add a shutoff valve. Once you've screwed it tight to the hose one time with a wrench, the valve handle will give you plenty of purchase for turning by hand from then on.
  • 2112's avatar
    2112
    Explorer II
    Sep 03, 2021
    I leave THIS on my male end and hold onto it while connecting to the camper. My female end already has a large grip on it.
  • dcmac214's avatar
    dcmac214
    Explorer
    Oct 06, 2021
    Thanks all! Got a Giraffe to try out our next trip, looks like it will work for us.

    FWIW, tried two different couplers, still too difficult for our aging hands.

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