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I stopped by NAPA and picked up some 1/8” NPT swivels and although they seem like they tightened, I bench tested them with air and they still weeped, allot less but still not useable. The hose ends must be damaged also.

I like the solid tubing idea that HRL suggested. That way I can route them as I want, away from the exhaust manifold and away from the steering box. The inlet hose was too long and was rubbing the steering box. It probably would not have been a problem due to the amount of miles the truck will see, but it was still not right and that would bother me.

Dragsix, I couldn’t give you pictures if the installed components because I already disconnected the filter.

The pictures are in order:
1) The subject hoses
2) One if the offending fittings. Notice how the fitting end seems to be machined offset. When I tightened this one it actually cocked the fitting.
3) NAPA fitting