i run Fragola Push-Lite's on mine. they are a major PITA to get on the barbs but other than that i couldn't be happier with them.
http://www.fragolaperformancesystems.com/products.html
Were they more of a pain then cutting braided?
Rob I have a these if you would like to use them. They work great on steel braided hose.
http://www.allstarperformance.com/product.htm?prod=67