For those of you who have filter queens you may notcie on the older machine the hose isnt very flexible. Most people replace them. I have found a way to fix this. Take a pan and fill it with armor all. Fill it up about 2 inches. Place the hose as much as you can in at each time. Let this part soak for about 15 minutes. Then move the next section in and let it soak while the other sigment is drying. Once you finish the hose allow it to dry. It should be flexable and also softer. I hope this helps. I know it did for me. Also it is good for dusting brushes if you want that like new look. Just move it around and allow it to soak. I hope this helps. Evan