Keep your Qwik-Fill on-board battery watering system performing reliably. These direct-replacement barbed fittings restore a secure, leak-free connection at the tubing joints -- essential for maintaining proper electrolyte levels in flooded lead-acid battery banks on RVs, boats, and golf carts.
Over time, the barbed fittings in a Qwik-Fill battery watering system can crack, distort from chemical exposure, or lose their grip on the supply tubing -- causing drips, slow leaks, or inconsistent fill cycles. Flow-Rite BA-061 replaces those worn fittings with factory-matched barbs that lock tubing in place and form a positive seal, restoring full system integrity without replacing the entire watering kit.
Sold as a set of 2, these fittings are the correct replacement part for standard Qwik-Fill single-point watering systems widely used in RV house battery banks, marine deep-cycle setups, and multi-battery golf car configurations.
Chemically compatible materials stand up to battery acid vapors and electrolyte splashback that destroy standard plastic fittings.
Barbed profile locks onto Qwik-Fill supply tubing to prevent pull-out and eliminate drip points during fill cycles.
Matched to Flow-Rite Qwik-Fill system geometry -- no cutting, adapters, or modification needed for a proper fit.
Suitable for use in RV battery compartments, boat bilge-area battery banks, and golf cart watering systems where vibration and moisture are constant.
A single leaking barb fitting in a Qwik-Fill system can allow air into the line, causing uneven fill across cells and shortening battery life. Replacing worn barbs as part of routine maintenance protects your battery investment and keeps single-point watering fast and accurate.
Replacement is a hand-tool job in most setups. Drain any residual water pressure from the fill system before removing the old barbs. Push new fittings firmly into tubing until seated past the barb ridge -- a slight twist while pushing helps the barb engage cleanly. No sealants or clamps are required when tubing is in good condition. If tubing shows cracking or hardening at the end, trim 1/4 inch back to fresh material before installing new barbs.
Inspect all barbed connections in your Qwik-Fill system at least once per season or every 6 months if the RV or boat is in continuous use. Look for whitish mineral deposits or discoloration around fittings -- both are early signs of a slow seep. Replacing fittings proactively at first sign of wear costs far less than replacing cells damaged by chronic under-watering.