I have found the Tuff connects (https://www.rootek-designs.co.uk/product/7457256/tuff-connect) very good. Since using it for the last year I haven't had to replace the rectus21 at all.It's robust but it does catch on things - as I think most connectors will. It's made of a PU plastic type stuff, so has a bit of give in it and is not brittle.
How long do they last or have never needed replacing £20 to protect a £7 part is a bit hard to swallow
Quote from: Smudger on January 05, 2024, 06:49:13 pmHow long do they last or have never needed replacing £20 to protect a £7 part is a bit hard to swallowCan i just clarify, does the connector include the actual fitting or is it just a cover ?
Quote from: Smudger on January 05, 2024, 06:49:13 pmHow long do they last or have never needed replacing £20 to protect a £7 part is a bit hard to swallowYou're right, it does seem excessive. However, the rectus fitting being protected should last much, much longer than one which is unprotected. Also, with the tuff connect fitted, it's impossible for the coupling to come apart accidently- an unprotected rectus 21 comes apart constantly when you pull the hose along the ground. The tuff connect gets snagged FAR less than a Slick2 as well. As for how long the tuff connect lasts? I can't say as I've not had it long enough to find out but..... it's made from a material which gives me confidence in it's endurance, kind of like between hard rubber and plastic so I think it will take some breaking under normal use. It's a good product that's been well thought out.👍
Quote from: NBwcs on January 05, 2024, 07:16:01 pmQuote from: Smudger on January 05, 2024, 06:49:13 pmHow long do they last or have never needed replacing £20 to protect a £7 part is a bit hard to swallowCan i just clarify, does the connector include the actual fitting or is it just a cover ?Just the cover
Quote from: Splash & dash on January 05, 2024, 09:39:13 pmQuote from: NBwcs on January 05, 2024, 07:16:01 pmQuote from: Smudger on January 05, 2024, 06:49:13 pmHow long do they last or have never needed replacing £20 to protect a £7 part is a bit hard to swallowCan i just clarify, does the connector include the actual fitting or is it just a cover ?Just the coverMine came with rectus fittings. It states that the package comes with all fittings required.