It has the benefit of being clear making diagnosis of air infiltration easier.
I use this:http://www.mcmaster.com/#5549k31/=wgudkiExcellent hose that lasts MUCH longer than the black braid covered stock hose. It has the benefit of being clear making diagnosis of air infiltration easier. For the end plug I use a short piece of the hose and install a cut piece of appropriately sized drill bit shank or nail. That method lasts much longer than the stock plugs and has the benefit that if it ever does begin to leak or suck in air, the end of the hose can be trimmed a little and re-installed.