The Multiquip 2396 Straight Barb Fitting 5/16 to 3/16 Reducer is a genuine OEM fuel or fluid line fitting designed for MD80, HHNG5, HHXDF4-DF5, BH11C, BH90C, BS90C, JH55C, JH90C, and JS60C power trowel models. This OEM-sourced component ensures a secure, leak-free transition between 5/16-inch and 3/16-inch barb connections on the machine's fluid routing system. Sourced directly from Multiquip, part 2396 is the correct replacement to restore original fluid line integrity across both ride-on and walk-behind trowel configurations. DHS Equipment stocks this genuine part to get your trowel back in service with confidence.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Barb Construction — Manufactured to Multiquip's original material and dimensional spec, ensuring a consistent barb grip and seal under operating pressure in fluid line applications.
- Straight Reducer Configuration — Transitions a 5/16-inch line down to a 3/16-inch barb connection in a straight inline orientation, allowing direct installation into existing hose routing without rerouting or adapting.
- Broad Trowel Family Fitment — Confirmed for MD80 ride-on trowels, HHNG5, HHXDF4-DF5 Whiteman ride-on models, and walk-behind trowels including BH11C, BH90C, BS90C, JH55C, JH90C, and JS60C.
- Leak-Free Fluid Routing — A worn or cracked barb fitting can cause fluid line weeping or loss of flow to critical systems; replacing with part 2396 restores proper sealed fluid transfer.
- Fuel System Integrity — Correct barb sizing prevents hose slippage under vibration — a common failure point on machines subject to continuous troweling operation.
A straight barb reducer fitting connects two hose lines of different diameters in a fluid or fuel routing system, allowing fluid to pass from a larger-diameter line into a smaller one without loss of pressure or flow continuity. On power trowels, these fittings are used where fuel, oil, or hydraulic fluid lines must transition between hose sizes to reach remote components. When a barb fitting cracks, loosens, or corrodes, it can cause fluid leaks, air ingestion into fuel lines, or reduced flow to the system it serves — any of which can affect engine performance or hydraulic function. Replacing a failed fitting with the correct OEM part restores a sealed, vibration-resistant connection that holds up through continuous machine operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 2396 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Straight Barb Fitting 5/16 to 3/16 Reducer |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Ride-On Power Trowels | MD80 |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHNG5 |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHXDF4-DF5 |
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | BH11C |
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | BH90C |
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | BS90C |
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | JH55C |
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | JH90C |
| Whiteman Walk-Behind Power Trowels | JS60C |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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