Well thanx again everyone,there are two couplers that have this issue. I agree about how they are mounted, bit it would be a PITA to remount them. These couplers are Safeway s40. They are supposed to be quick connect/disconnect.They have grooves for the snap rings to hold them ion place through a metal bracket. In any event, I ordered them through a Safeway distributor in my area,I had to buy a carton of four. Total damage is $80.00, including the male (nipple ends).When I get them I will just replace them all and hope for the best. Thanx for your help.