Drain hose requirements for fresh water tank?

[Lvnv]

I managed to break the hose running from the fitting at the bottom of the fresh water tank to the drain valve on my 2004 Hi-Lo Towlite 17'. The tubing seems to be brittle, more brittle than I would expect, though it is probably 20 years old at this point.

My question is: can I use clear poly flexible tubing as a replacement? It is claimed to be non-toxic, always a good thing for potable, drinking water, but should I attempt to find the same translucent whitish tubing used originally? The big box store only had this 'original' tubing in smaller sizes than needed. thanks in advance
lvnv32

 

[JackandJanet]

In my opinion, you can use any flexible hose that fits. It is a drain line and will not come in contact really, with water that you use in the trailer. I think ACE Hardware carries an assortment of sizes in clear poly tubing and should have what you would need.

- Jack