Tank Hose Connection
 

So I was looking to change out my CCTL so I unbolted my tank to move it over to the side. Well when I did I realized that a connector broke in half. It was the smaller hose towards the right side of the bike. The plastic connector thing is the one connecting the two hoses and is about a 45° angle.

Do I have to order a new connector from a OEM dealer or can I just go to a local hardware store and get a similar one?

Checker, autozone etc.

I just went to the hardware store and got a brass one. Even though the old one was plastic will the new brass piece make a difference?