Yes I have that connector. I will try that as each time I try to use the setup hooked up to the skimmer I lose suction. Thank you! Another question.....I was unable to find a hose that I could hook up to the drain outlet on the pump so I purchased some plumbing supplies to hook a garden hose up to it. It seems to be working fine although I have only back washed once. Does anyone see a potential problem with this. My concern is such a big whole being routed to such a small hose.