seems like a bit of a beyatch to find these litte critters.
would anyone have any spare barbs/olives lying about they could donate to a little project please?
I don't have any spare, but they seem to be fairly easy to get hold of.
Just checked on CRC & they have them. Search for 'avid olive' 'avid barb' & you'll find them.
If you have the patience and a sharp knife (or dremel), you can actually cut the hose end way to pull out the barb, which you can re-use - hence you'll only need a new olive.
True...I threw the old ones out when I shortened my hoses, because I'm an idiot.
The newer barb unscrews so is even easier to get out. It's on a fine thread, so be patient if it doesn't look like it's moving initially.
You will need new olives though (as above), as they deform around the hose.
don't panic!
i have found some.
phew.
Incidentally, an easier way to reuse the barb is to set it on fire. No, really! Remove the o-ring if it has one, cut the cable end down short, and spark it up. Once the plastic softens slightly you can remove the barb and clean it up.