If you don't have the spring in the lower hose, then you might want to replace it. The lower hose is the suction hose, and could collapse once it gets broken in. The upper hose is under pressure (although slight,) and should not collapse. If it does, you've got bigger problems...
I usually get Gates or Goodyear hoses at the local - and both of them have springs. I don't recall the part numbers offhand.
A word on "big chain" stores - don't. If you have a little "mom-and-pop" local or a "short chain" (say, half a dozen stores or so,) you're better off going there. They'll have better brands, will usually hire better help, and have a greater network of local warehouses that they deal with. I don't go to "big chains" for anything other than fluids or solvents - haven't for years. I've got a "short chain" that I deal with (total of four stores,) and I've often dealt with the owner personally.
I find it's also easier to get the parts guys broken in properly at short chain stores - they're more adaptable. They've quit asking me "You want what?" about five years ago - and the new guys get handed to me when I walk in so I can get them thinking properly.
Also, small shops and chains are more flexible (generally) about pricing - I've been given NET15 when I really needed it, and my prices have otherwise gotten steadily better over the last few years. It will be a shame to leave them - I guess I'll have to start a parts house once I open my shop...
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