Yes, just run the hose to a valve and then into the bucket. Make sure you use some good hose that won't collapse. Close the valve until you get water going through the pump...then open the valve and you should see the DB-100 flowing if you used clear hose.
For my setup, I used a 3/8 barb fitting with a 3/8 valve and hose. I ran with the valve wide open and there was no clumping at all. Your setup may vary depending on the pump size. Mine is 3 inch with the discharge side reduced to 1.5 inches.
I bet you can find the aluminum hose connector. If you can, you could just modify the rented one and then replace it with the new one when your done. Or check into the insurance.
