I have tried blender..and well, i dont think that is the modeling program for me =P. I use Carrarra 5 Pro for modeling, but I cant seem to find where it gives the poly count...lol.

@ Pappenheimer - what do you mean by keeping the straight part segments to one, the tube is supposed to be like this ` http://www.vancooten.com/images/vacuum%20cleaner%20tube.jpg

And thank you to everyone for your good advice and comments =]