hose bend splint

While installing a bilge pump with 3/3 in vinyl hose the bend was a bit to sharp and the hose flattened. Rather then putting in an elbow which would reduce the flow I made this hose splint to keep the hose round. I made and installed the 4 screw version but if I do it again i will make the 6 screw model. I used 1/2 in # 8 screws.