New to the group but was wanting to put it in a space that sees a lot of sun. Would the tank get super hot (uncomfortably hot)? Or is that not something you guys worry about. I’m in Indiana and summers get into the 90s.
Looking to start my stock tank pool project this summer, and came across this package at Sam’s that seems to have it all for much cheaper. I know cheaper usually means lower quality, so just looking to see if anyone has tried this and what the pros and cons are opposed to going full DIY. The reviews on Sam’s website aren’t all that helpful because most of them were posted as part of a promotion, so they aren’t very detailed and of course are all positive. Thanks!
Where are you sourcing your hydrogen peroxide from? Amazon only has up to 12% concentration and I believe I need 35%- correct?
Hi everyone, I bought a stock tank about 5 years ago and converted it into a pool and have always had one major issue with it - the bottom always feels gritty and uncomfortable to stand in. I've tried vacuuming, scrubbing, even very light power washing and can't seem to get the bottom clean and not gritty. I thought I'd try to get a poly stock tank to fit inside, but found out that my 8ft steel one is way less than 8ft, so the poly tank won't fit inside. I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions? Thanks so much.
Hubby wanted to get me a stock tank pool for my birthday this year, and found this one on FB marketplace for a crazy good deal. As you can see it’s already been pre fitted with holes for the pump and filter and came with both those things. So from a technical standpoint, we should be covered. We’re just confused now on next steps in order to get it usable.
As you can see, it has a couple rust spots on the bottom- the previous owner said they left a chlorine tablet in for too long which caused the spot, but we confirmed there are no leaks or anything.
Is this tank usable as-is without anything lining the bottom? If not, what would be the most efficient thing to use to get it usable? We’re fine with draining it and fixing it up with something nicer in the future, this is an ongoing project for us- but want to get into it as quickly as possible.
Or, alternatively, if you tell me I just need to slow my roll or we got scammed, that’s fine too- heartbreaking, but fine lol
Any advice is appreciated! It’s an 8’ wide, 2 foot deep pool. Also, we will be placing it on top of sand before use, just haven’t spread it out yet!
Wondering if a liner from Amazon or wherever will hold up to 100 deg temps (even if the manual for install recommends installing on a 70 degree or hotter day).
Got a stock tank and sand filter and pump lined up, and not sure if I wanna go with a liner or not. It's already been painted on the inside so I believe it prob had some rust, and a liner would be easy to rid me any concerns, but I don't know if it can manage 100 deg water temps or if it's gonna melt. I likely want to hookup a wood fired external copper coil in a fire method (already have a copper coiled up in a dual-linel ribcage style coil from a homebrew wort chiller I don't need).
As the title suggests, basically each component is leaking at least a little bit (e.g., air valve, plunger valves, and even where the inlet/outlet connect to the pool). The only things not leaking: the Intex C2500 pump and where the hoses connect to it.
I’ve tried tightening the connections but it’s making things worse as the sealant is breaking down where the parts connect to the pool itself, causing more leaks.
Figured it’s time to just replace all of these parts. Which brings me to my question: do they sell a kit? Where would one buy these parts? Or is it better to o-rings and such and re-do the sealant?
Thanks!
Note: apologies, I don’t know all of the correct part verbiage.
Thought you guys might enjoy the fountain I made for my stock tank
Finished our build! We had an aboveground pool and inflatable hot tub. Both had leaks. So we took the filter and heater from both, and used them in our stock tank build. The tank is a Hastings poly rectangular 750 gallon, which I liked because it's deeper than most stock tanks. Add framing and insulation, got it done in time for summer!