I wouldn't say it's too thick either as it is easily maleable/bendable. My neighbor brought the tubing over and we bent it to the shape of the piece we cut out. Then simply cut it to size and essentially slip-fit it in a half inch each way in the rubber hose. Clamped it down and it's picture perfect for the time being. The leak has stopped
Could make this a How To, it may be handy?
Probably already is one
