Kenmore Vacuum Suction Control Replacement Part

Simple part, I broke the suction control on my vacuum (see attached picture) So I designed a new one. Works great! It may fit other vacuums.
Parts go for about 8$ on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/KENMORE-VAC-HOSE-SUCTION-CONTROL-RING-116-WHISPERTONE-POWERMATE-PROGRESSIVE-/271740554562
Save $:)