Chill your Ice Barrel 500 with this Easy DIY

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In this video I walk you through a simple and inexpensive DIY Chiller option for the Ice Barrel 500 (it will also work with the Ice Barrel 300). This will help keep your water clean and cold at all times. This is a completely redesigned Kit that will also save the most space.
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Time Stamps
0:00 DIY for Ice Barrel 500
0:37 Everything you Need (DMJR.co/500DIYKit)
3:58 Building the DIY Chiller Kit
7:02 How to Attach the New Setup
9:00 The Difference between this setup and the Original 300 DIY
10:28 Testing for Leaks or Issues
11:59 Connecting you Chiller
15:33 Keeping your Water Clean and Sanitary
18:07 Turning on for the First Time
18:49 Tune Ups and Adjustments
19:41 Using the Active Aqua Chiller
20:45 Other Options

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  • @DavidMausJr
    @DavidMausJr3 ай бұрын

    Check out the new Kit! DMJR.co/500DIYKit (it will also work better for the Ice Barrel 300)

  • @andrewclarke8036

    @andrewclarke8036

    3 ай бұрын

    Is the 300 as insolated as this one? Would the 1/4 HP be enough for that 300 build?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    @@andrewclarke8036 It is very similar, but not as much. You may want to up to the 1/2 if you live in a really hot climate

  • @TexasHeightspark

    @TexasHeightspark

    3 ай бұрын

    David Thanks for the video. The area we live in I may need to unhook chiller and put in the garage for a couple of weeks in the winter, have you looked into using camlocks ?

  • @craigkilbytube

    @craigkilbytube

    2 ай бұрын

    also, is there any issue getting the 1/2" danner pump and using 1/2" tubing all around. I think my current chiller is 1/2"

  • @thehorse8585

    @thehorse8585

    Ай бұрын

    Hey David, thanks for the video! Q: how’s the 1/4 HP holding up since? Would you recommend going up to the 1/2 HP?

  • @user-lt4jn4zm9m
    @user-lt4jn4zm9m2 күн бұрын

    I ended up doing this DIY. I added another filter after the pump. it's working great. Thank you very much for creating this DIY video man. great stuff on here!

  • @NPow94
    @NPow943 ай бұрын

    Incredible build man. I thank God I’ve waited to pull the trigger on ice barrel until now. I’m going with the 500 and following this exact advice. Thanks!

  • @brandonhenderson3186
    @brandonhenderson31863 ай бұрын

    Thanks Dave. I just bought my IB 500 thanks to your input and help. Looking forward to it arriving in 4 to 5 weeks.

  • @rodstewart1959
    @rodstewart19593 ай бұрын

    You created the video I was searching for thank you for the build, cant wait to get my set up completed !

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad to help!

  • @user-lt4jn4zm9m
    @user-lt4jn4zm9mАй бұрын

    Thanks man. I really appreciate the walkthrough on this one.

  • @kennyfuqua2518
    @kennyfuqua25182 ай бұрын

    Ok....Barrel 500 is on the way and should be at my house next week...Can not wait! I had already purchased all the items in your description from Amazon and used your discount to get an additional $189 off the Barrel (thanks for that). I am setting up in my garage gym and will also need to make sure there are no leaks. Literally like a little kid on Christmas morning! Thanks again for all the great videos.

  • @wick_opedia
    @wick_opedia3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for this. Got the pieces needed and will be setting up this week. Appreciated the work you did to make it easy for us.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad to help!

  • @MrBobberino01
    @MrBobberino018 күн бұрын

    I got my Ice Barrel 500 and did the exact setup except with all PVC connections. Thanks for all the info.

  • @AllenAuman1
    @AllenAuman13 ай бұрын

    Awesome set-up. I'm just getting to the point where I'm ready to get all the goodies ordered for the 500! Thanks again, David!! ✌️

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Awesome!!

  • @jonathankvex
    @jonathankvex9 күн бұрын

    This was super useful for me as my first chiller just died on me and I have to redo my setup. The only thing I'd recommend adding is a shut off valve in between the T connector and the filter so you can clean/replace the filter without having the water drain out. Otherwise I'm following your instructions exactly 👍

  • @jasonmagruder7008
    @jasonmagruder70083 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video! I am going to run with this set up opposed to the other set up. You are the man! Hope you get to the 100 thousand subscribers soon!

  • @sickrickw
    @sickrickwАй бұрын

    I appreciate this so much!! I’m doing this setup with the 300!! ( patiently waiting for it to ship) but in the meantime I’ve got the 1/4 horse active aqua going into a shitty cold pod and it’s holding temp at 42 f!! In salt lake with 100 degree weather!! Impressive

  • @ricardomoreno2632
    @ricardomoreno263214 күн бұрын

    Thanks for all of this knowledge

  • @crewu1216
    @crewu12163 ай бұрын

    Just bought mine last week! Hopefully it comes soon! Perfect timing

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Good choice!

  • @lrjd3
    @lrjd33 ай бұрын

    Cant wait to get one

  • @stunningmisadventures
    @stunningmisadventures3 ай бұрын

    I love that you video chat!! That’s awesome!!

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    It’s fun! Love helping people any chance I get!

  • @davidwaltz6301
    @davidwaltz63013 ай бұрын

    Thanks Dave!😊

  • @frankievalle74
    @frankievalle743 ай бұрын

    Another great tutorial. I have the OG IB400 set up more like your original build. I had issues with leaks and noise from the aqua pump, so set it up like your original build with the green filter sitting inside the barrel as well. I would much prefer to keep everything outside of the barrel so that I can move my arms and legs around without bumping anything but am going to enjoy the experience and leave it as is until I change the water. I love the insulation with this model though, so I'll have some thinking to do and may have to start putting a little money to the side for an “upgrade.” The 400 sweats quite a bit. Not sure if you've seen DIY Cold Plunge but he put out a plan for adding another ozone and filtration set up. I have that going as well which really seems to be helping keep the water clean. I have it set on a timer for 30 minutes every night but based on what you mentioned, I might cut that back to maybe 15 minutes a night or every two or three nights.

  • @JoshuaHuffman02
    @JoshuaHuffman023 ай бұрын

    Love the hose filter. I was thinking about that today. Ha I was very close to rerouting my water softener to the exterior to fill mine up.

  • @johns.8530
    @johns.8530Ай бұрын

    Really awesome channel. Glad i stumbled on it. Very cool finding like minded people that make you better! Thanks!

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    Ай бұрын

    Let’s go! God is good!

  • @johns.8530

    @johns.8530

    Ай бұрын

    He sure is!

  • @jlshetler1
    @jlshetler13 ай бұрын

    Thanks again for the info!!

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Totally!!

  • @danielmarino9536
    @danielmarino95362 ай бұрын

    I just wanted to say thank you for your extreme detail. Laying everything out in such a way that we can see it and understands how things are physically working is awesome. For me you took all the guesswork out of actually getting this done. Not sure if you have any idea of the cost to run a tub for a month, I know there are many variables (what tub, where...in sun out of sun...etc, how big of a pump and chiller, where you live such as Florida, in my case the ridiculous California)...but, any estimated range would be good to know. Thanks again for the info.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the love and support! Surprisingly I have multiple tubs running 24/7 and dont see any major noticeable difference in my power bill. I could find a way to test it but with a family of 6 and the doors always open my bill was high before hooking these up and its about the same now :)

  • @archenemy2242
    @archenemy22423 ай бұрын

    Loving my active aqua 1/2hp chiller paired with the 1000gph pump. Total game changer compared to my last chiller/pump combo. Hottest part of the day and it was only 2° away from set point of 45°. My last setup with the same tub would be 52-53° by about the same time.

  • @ryanterracino

    @ryanterracino

    2 ай бұрын

    Which barrel/tub are you using?

  • @RT-qz5ci
    @RT-qz5ciАй бұрын

    The danner is an excellent pump. Great choice. They do start to make a weird kind of clicking noise after several months of continuous use though.

  • @hi-qk5xl
    @hi-qk5xl3 ай бұрын

    Insane timing for this video, I was just about to build this kit and was like why is dude talking about an eclipse, this must be old, ha!

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Haha! Filmed during it today! 😂

  • @ryancollins9960
    @ryancollins99603 ай бұрын

    Three things I would do differently 1. Use plumbers tape on all threaded connections. 2. - use plastic connectors vs brass or metal if possible. 3. Put a ball valve inline before the filter to allow clean out

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    I dont disagree! Couldnt find the pieces on amazon to do number 2. I totally misses number 3! I may add it when I do a full cleanout

  • @jodyneffable

    @jodyneffable

    2 ай бұрын

    Is there a disadvantage to using metal or brass connections?

  • @Superstar-cl7we

    @Superstar-cl7we

    2 ай бұрын

    ​@@jodyneffable - I like to know the same thing.

  • @Superstar-cl7we

    @Superstar-cl7we

    2 ай бұрын

    Why is plastic better?

  • @ryancollins9960

    @ryancollins9960

    2 ай бұрын

    @@Superstar-cl7we homogeneous materials. Better to keep like like

  • @jasonlangford8526
    @jasonlangford85263 ай бұрын

    Awesome video David! Appreicate you breaking everything down step by step and providing the part list. Very helpful! I'm new to the DIY cold plunge set up, and was hoping you, or anyone else on the thread could answer a couple questions for me. Is it necessary to always keep the water pump running, or its it best to set the pump and cooler on a timer? Do you have to unplug the equipment before getting into the cold plunge (i.e. risk of electrical shock), since the pump and cooler are outside the unit? How loud would you say the Danner 950 water pump is when running? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

  • @kingfish9677
    @kingfish96773 ай бұрын

    Love the build! If I may suggest, in order to pump out the water faster put the T at the outlet side of the pump. With the spigot open then plug your inlet side (with the black male 3/4 plug that the 500 came with) from the inside and it will empty your 500 in no time. I did this with my over complicated build along with a garden hose and I water the plants and grass with the water. Another tip is to get a threaded and barbed combo 3/4 for the inlet side to your hose connection to lower the profile and hug the barrel better. Just my 2cents on your awesome channel. Love the content brother.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Incredible idea! Didnt even think of that. Thanks brother!!

  • @kb1dqh

    @kb1dqh

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m not sure I follow - the water would drain through the pump - or we would use the pump to increase drain rate?

  • @JaykUS354

    @JaykUS354

    13 күн бұрын

    Any way you can share some visuals of your set up @kingfish9677

  • @anthonybosco8795
    @anthonybosco87953 ай бұрын

    Thank you. Excellent setup. It’s warming up and it’s time put a chiller on my IB500. How often do you run the pump/chiller? Do you use a timer?

  • @jamieferrazano6897
    @jamieferrazano68973 ай бұрын

    I have the 1/4 hp and the daner 950. Just waiting for my IB 500. I did build a ozone into my filter system. Just a preference after messing with water challenges in my last cold plunge. Excited to get it all set up

  • @dusbus2384

    @dusbus2384

    3 ай бұрын

    I've read that ozone can damage certain types of rubbers and plastics but I rarely see it discussed with cold plunges. Have you looked into this at all?

  • @jamieferrazano6897

    @jamieferrazano6897

    3 ай бұрын

    I did some research and there isn't any info that says ozone is a risk to cold plunges. It could be a risk to a chiller though so I have mine after the output of the chiller just to be safe. I will monitor and remove the ozone if it is ineffective or causing any erosion. It's a good call out. I am not 100% confident but there are lots of people who use them with no complaints.

  • @dusbus2384

    @dusbus2384

    3 ай бұрын

    @@jamieferrazano6897 ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/fact-sheets/ozone-effects

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Awesome! That topic is always tricky. Ozone works well, but its not needed all the time. That is why I jsut use an ozone generator when the water looks or smells like its getting bad and I run it for an hour. If i built on in i would probaby only run it for 15-30 mins in the middle of the night.

  • @bjbailla
    @bjbailla3 ай бұрын

    Awesome! I think I will purchase the 1/4 as you mention and you did state you keep it outside. Do you cover it at all for rain or just leave it as is? Due to how you set it up is there any worry of electrocution if you are using a GFCI outlet? I ask since the pump is now external. Thank you!

  • @pimpsta213
    @pimpsta21328 күн бұрын

    Great vid! Very informative and appreciate all the work you've put in. Side note: just me or the links not working?

  • @DebCollins-rv9ur
    @DebCollins-rv9ur2 ай бұрын

    Planning on DIY Barrel 500 soon, do you have a reco for a chiller+heat combo for the winter in New England?

  • @paddybradley5745
    @paddybradley57452 ай бұрын

    Love the channel, hi here in Australia it gets pretty hot in summer, would I need 1/4 hp or a 1/2 hp chiller to cool a 300 litre cold plunge

  • @sindsy82
    @sindsy823 ай бұрын

    Incredible timing - just found out my Ice Barrel 500 gets delivered in 1 week (after weeks of waiting) and was getting ready to pull the trigger on your previous setup! Love your videos, thank you so much for all the great content. Quick question - I live in Boston which means over the winter it's regularly below freezing. I plan to have an outdoor setup. Will I only be able to use this chiller in the warmer seasons (ie will it freeze outside?) Any advice for chiller for someone in my area who has to deal with freezing temps?

  • @ekarovic2694

    @ekarovic2694

    3 ай бұрын

    @sindsy82 My 500 says it was received in Ohio by FedEx on 4/12. Wonder how long it will take to get to Nevada.

  • @vedrankadric1710
    @vedrankadric17103 ай бұрын

    Great job! Ordered IB500 after watching your videos/reviews. Started with 100-gallon Rubbermaid, 4 in 1 filter pump and making my own blocks of ice. Not sure if I will need a chiller during summer - Seattle region (to be determined). Would your setup without a chiller be beneficial to circulate and keep water clean for longer period of time (using Hydrogen peroxide and Ozone generator)? Thank you.

  • @DominicZaidan
    @DominicZaidan3 ай бұрын

    Excellent David! - thanks for making this. I'll most likely get this done for my Ice Barrel 300 - since i have mine in my garage, you're thinking the 25 HP is plenty right? I try to stay around 45 degrees - thanks

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Totally!

  • @HolyFitCampOffical
    @HolyFitCampOffical2 ай бұрын

    Hi David, can I do this set up with the eco chiller and a varsity cold plung

  • @gregk.8986
    @gregk.898616 күн бұрын

    Love your content. I currently have the 400 hooked up to the penguin chiller. I want to upgrade to the 500 for insulation and am also considering changing chillers as I don’t like how noisy the penguin is. They even sent me foam to install inside, which I did and it’s still pretty noisy. Is this setup pretty quiet?

  • @dylanj1045
    @dylanj10453 ай бұрын

    Hi David, I'm looking to buy the active aqua 1/4 hp chiller for this setup. Do you know if it is safe to use outside? Can I leave it outside while it's raining or is it not waterproof?

  • @robertmartinez3359
    @robertmartinez3359Ай бұрын

    @davidmausjr, hey David thanks for this video, it honestly came at the perfect moment. I am looking at purchasing the ICE Barrel 500, as soon as my wife approves of course. I had a question though. I see you used the 1/4 HP chiller and I was curious how that went. I am in Houston, Texas and our weather is very similar to Florida and I wanted to be sure to get the right one for the job. My barrel will be kept outside but under a patio awning, Im sure that'll make a small difference. Just curious what you would recommend. Can't wait 🥶

  • @conorgeoghegan2104
    @conorgeoghegan21042 ай бұрын

    Hey Dave, I have done all the steps and used plumbers tape on everything. I keep having leaks on the bottoms through the rubber washer. Ive tighten it used plummers tape, but it seems to be leaking. Do you have any suggestions on how i can solve this issue?

  • @jorgefranco8522
    @jorgefranco8522Ай бұрын

    Hey David, I appreciate your info and content. My question is, I currently own the Ice Barrel 300, and I was looking at the Chiller made by the Pod Company. It runs $1197.00 and has filtration at 20ppm. The fittings are 1/2 inch, but I think we can add a fitting to address that. What are your thoughts?

  • @robertdanielson3322
    @robertdanielson33223 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video! Curious, is there a reason you don't use a more robust filter in your dyi setup? Especially when all the prebuilt chillers have a larger filter built in.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    to me, its just another thing to spend money on and have to maintain. My little mesh strainer lasts just as long, i can spray it out when its time and its simple. Im not swimming in the plunge with my eyes open and its only 3-5 mins a day so I dont need the water drinkable lol

  • @jackhammonssr.8688
    @jackhammonssr.86882 ай бұрын

    This was super helpful. I have had the IceBarrel 500 for a couple months now (Sold my 400 because it would freeze in the winter in OH). I ended up getting the Eco+ 1.5HP because of another video I watched of yours and I got it for under $1500 shipped with tax (I got tired of buying and making ice). Sounds like this is probably way overkill. Waiting on a few more pieces to come in from Amazon but I did get the shut off valve. Edited, I realized I clicked on the wrong valve. Do you have a pic of the valve installed?

  • @joshharris1213
    @joshharris12133 ай бұрын

    Can you have the ice barrel with chiller inside you home? I’ve seen people say they sweat some

  • @ryansmith9897
    @ryansmith9897Ай бұрын

    Does this setup work on the 400 if you have the new conversion kit they sell you posted about

  • @dusbus2384
    @dusbus23843 ай бұрын

    when testing the pump for leaks @11:45 why not connect tubing to the pump and dumb it back into the top of the tub?

  • @roachgr
    @roachgr9 күн бұрын

    Do you have any recommendations on how to get the air out of the filter in this setup? I don't know how to get it out.

  • @matthewsomaiah5625
    @matthewsomaiah56253 ай бұрын

    Hey man great content I've been looking at quite a few of your reviews. Any noticeable difference on the electricity bill? Assuming your running 24/7. I know it varies based off where you live, but just wondering.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    I have multiple running at all times and no noticeable difference in my bill

  • @808kea808
    @808kea8083 ай бұрын

    I see you’re pushing the 1/4 hp chiller. Tell me this, how long does it keep the water at the 3degree leeway before it kicks on? Does the chiller run once an hour for 15 or so minutes or does the insulation keep it cold to where the chiller runs once every two hours ?please and thank you

  • @Juncti
    @Juncti3 ай бұрын

    Have you ever tried adding epsom salts or anything like that to enhance the therapy benefits with the plunges? For the last month it was cold enough to still use my rubbermaid I started adding epsom and found it beneficial. See others in the r/coldplunge talking about putting dead sea salt in theirs.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    People do it for sure! I havent really tried it in the cold plunge but might have to!

  • @kevinyawgel4228
    @kevinyawgel42283 күн бұрын

    The 1/4 HP chiller is taking time to cool it down... been stuck at 80 F for 3 hours. Im in North Texas

  • @rosslloyd2270
    @rosslloyd2270Ай бұрын

    David, i have the Ice Barrell 500 on order (thank you for the discount code). I should receive it later this week. I have most of the components already, except the Danner pump. I ordered it on Amazon almost 2 weeks ago (original delivery was supposed to be last Friday). It still hasn’t shipped and there seems there is a shortage. Is there another pump you would recommend using with the 500?

  • @MrBobberino01
    @MrBobberino0113 күн бұрын

    Any idea how well that cooler last outside long term? I’m planning on doing this but I’m concerned how long that cooler will last. Maybe need to build a box to put it in to make sure it last as long as possible.

  • @lostrusty7351
    @lostrusty735121 күн бұрын

    hey border do you let the pump running all the time ?

  • @jonmkeller
    @jonmkeller3 ай бұрын

    Thanks David, great information as always! Hey wondering if there is a way to add a hot water component to this setup to make it a cold/hot setup? Thanks again!

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Totally a way to do that!

  • @jonmkeller

    @jonmkeller

    3 ай бұрын

    Any chance you might come out with a video… how to turn any ice plunge into a hot tub? 😃

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    @@jonmkeller Not a bad idea! :)

  • @abefroman879

    @abefroman879

    2 ай бұрын

    @@jonmkellermy wife’s boss has a chiller hooked up to his hot tub built into the pool. It’s not ideal nor cheap though and takes 24 hours to cool. He only uses it once or twice a week because of that. It’s better to have a dedicated unit.

  • @Miguel_Morales
    @Miguel_MoralesАй бұрын

    How low do the temperatures get with the 1/4 and IB 500 in 80-90 F weather?

  • @alexibrahim4076
    @alexibrahim407616 күн бұрын

    How well did the 1/4 hp chiller end up working?? I live in a very hot climate and have the 500. I ve been doing weekly costco trips for ice but i am looking at getting a chiller at some point. Great video and walk through.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    15 күн бұрын

    Like a charm! No issues at all and always right on my set temp

  • @joshn7210
    @joshn7210Ай бұрын

    I noticed that some other DIY options utilize a whole house filter. in this set-up you only show a very small sediment filter. I have an Ice Barrel 300 and have tried it out w/o any pump/filtration and after a few weeks I noticed the water itself stays clear with hydrogen peroxide and a spa water stabilizer/cleaner BUT there appears to be LOTS of small dead skin flakes floating around, I'm concerned with a small pre-filter it won't be sufficient to keep these all at bay. my goal is to change out water as infrequently as possible. I have purchased the DIY set-up....just wondering if I should add a whole house filter in addition to the small sediment filter you show here before putting it all together

  • @gerryc1982
    @gerryc19822 ай бұрын

    Where do you attach the filter? or do you not use one and only rely on the strainer? really love this set up and looking to purchase, just curious on this filter decision. thanks

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    I show exactly how in the video but the way I have this is directly to the connections into the barrel and then the pump.

  • @Ryan_Kearns
    @Ryan_Kearns29 күн бұрын

    Thank you for the video! If you were to put the chiller inside if there was a big storm coming how would you do that? Would you drain the whole thing and remove pump and chiller or is there a way to protect the most expensive part being the chiller and easily disconnect the active aqua while keeping it full.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    29 күн бұрын

    I live in FL and all of my plunges are outside with the chillers exposed. Its currently raining and they have never had any issues with the rain or storms. However, in this kit i not have a ball joint to close it up so you can remove everything and clean out the filter without draining.

  • @Ryan_Kearns

    @Ryan_Kearns

    29 күн бұрын

    @@DavidMausJr just to confirm in the kit you do have shut off built in? is it the "316 Stainless Steel Female x Male NPT Thread Shut-Off "?

  • @jodyneffable
    @jodyneffable2 ай бұрын

    Dave, have you heard of anyone using a small sand filter for the cold plunge? there are several brands that have a half horsepower pump and hold 50 pounds or less of sand better designed for above ground pools.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    I have actually. That might be a cool option to try out

  • @pokernews916
    @pokernews916Ай бұрын

    Sorry first timer here. Do some chillers come with filter and pump integrated?

  • @damienmanzano6415
    @damienmanzano641527 күн бұрын

    How long does it take to get cold? Just wondering how long I should run it for before jumping in.

  • @inacioneto554
    @inacioneto554Ай бұрын

    The 950 pump still out of stock what another option could be a good option ?

  • @stevengreenwalt6023
    @stevengreenwalt602322 күн бұрын

    Was the 1/4 hp chiller enough to cool the water and maintain temperature efficiently?

  • @joshn7210
    @joshn72102 ай бұрын

    do you have an update on how the 1/4 hp pump took to bring to temp in FL temps? how often do you run your pump?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    its working like a champ! still in the same spot, baking in the FL sun and ive been impressed. Keeps the temp right on the number for me. I keep it all on 24/7 but the chiller kicks off when reaching the temp

  • @paulgaffney1895
    @paulgaffney18953 ай бұрын

    Hey David how do you feel about 1/2 hp ecoplus (not commercial) vs active aqua?

  • @abefroman879

    @abefroman879

    2 ай бұрын

    I have 1/4 eco plus. It works great.

  • @tnthealthyhabits3729
    @tnthealthyhabits37294 күн бұрын

    Any idea how quickly the 1/4 hp chiller should cool? I’m in AZ and the water from my outside line started at 95 degrees(crazy…I know). It took 2 hours to drop to 88 degrees. (That’s with the boost on.) I’m not too sure if it’s working properly. (Ice Barrel 500, Active Aqua 1/4 hp, Danner pump, garage air temp 75) BTW… love your KZread channel! 🤟

  • @user-ib7sy7nm2b
    @user-ib7sy7nm2b3 ай бұрын

    Great video. Always use plumbers tape. It''s cheap and easy to use. There no reason not to use it to make sure those connections do not leak.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    good call!

  • @justinorrick9137
    @justinorrick9137Ай бұрын

    have you looked at the Poafamx Aquarium Chiller 79 Gallon 1/3HP? Any thoughts on this compared to AA? this is about $200 cheaper

  • @weston5692
    @weston56922 ай бұрын

    Just finished the setup today! Used a 1HP chiller from Active Aqua… total overkill haha. Big question: what smart devices do you use to turn everything on / off? I don’t really want the pump running 24/7 as this sits in a temp controlled garage. Any thoughts? Was thinking a simple timer but. Just don’t want to mess up the active aqua.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    Sweet! You can totally use a timer 🤙🏽

  • @brendenyates
    @brendenyates3 ай бұрын

    Just set up a similar plunge. But have noticed my filter leaks a bit if I have the chiller and pump unplugged for a day or so. Any idea why?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Probably the water pressure sitting in it. Any reason to keep it off? I just keep mine on

  • @paulgaffney1895
    @paulgaffney18953 ай бұрын

    Can I use the active aqua on the ice up industry plunge ? And if so what size tubing and attachments will work ?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m sure you can, I just need to take a better look at the Ice Up tub fittings.

  • @paulgaffney1895

    @paulgaffney1895

    3 ай бұрын

    Let me know when you can i appreciate it! Thanks

  • @craigkilbytube
    @craigkilbytubeАй бұрын

    Hi, @davidmausjr, I'm hoping you can answer this question for me. I actually referred a few friends to buy this kit on amazon. I'm not sure what's going on w/ my kit, but since I already had the stock tank and chiller (1/3 Hp Arctic Pod), I thought I could easily adapt. HOWEVER, my chiller which seemed to work fine and could chill my previous tub from high 50's to low 40's in just a few hours (using a 200 Gph pump and 1/2" connections), this new setup takes FOREVER to chill the water. The only thing I can think of is the pump is pushing the water through my chiller too fast and I'm trying to figure out how to slow the flow. Your help/advise would be much appreciated!

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    Ай бұрын

    Oh man I’m sorry for that. Can u send me a pic or video on Instagram @dmausjr

  • @mattmabe5704
    @mattmabe570416 күн бұрын

    If you were going to add a 5 micron filter, would you add it before or after the pump?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    16 күн бұрын

    Before. You want to keep everything out of the pump

  • @JoshuaGalbraith-nk5ux
    @JoshuaGalbraith-nk5uxАй бұрын

    Any idea how much electric the pump and chiller use with this set up on a daily basis after the initial cool down?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    Ай бұрын

    Pulls between 1-5 amps continuously

  • @steveko613
    @steveko61327 күн бұрын

    Two questions. How much of the hydrogen peroxide are you adding? And do you have a filter as part of this DIY? Seems like some of your tubs have a 20 micron filter and some do not?

  • @paniro21
    @paniro213 ай бұрын

    I wouldn’t use a tee. I would just use a valve before the strainer to allow for strainer cleaning without draining barrel. I would also use pipe dope or teflon tape on each fitting.

  • @paniro21

    @paniro21

    3 ай бұрын

    I would also use a rubber hose washer on the barbed fitting coming off the pump. My setup is indoors and I needed it leak proof.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Solid ideas!

  • @svelez911

    @svelez911

    3 ай бұрын

    Can you share a picture of the valve and washer setup?

  • @WCSOUL
    @WCSOUL3 ай бұрын

    Are the fittings with your DIY relatively universal for other similar tubs with chiller fittings (i.e. redwood outdoors Alaskan cold plunge)? In other words, if I get your DIY package will it be appropriately sized for most other plunges? Thanks!

  • @WCSOUL

    @WCSOUL

    3 ай бұрын

    Looks like the Redwood Outdoor has a .50 instead of the ice barrel 3/4… do I just update every male- female bard/fitting to .50 or just the barb?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Yes that should work! The only thing you would have to adjust is the attachment to the barrel, i wouldnt suggest getting all 1/2" parts, just get a thread adapter. This will work: amzn.to/3VWD5Jr

  • @WCSOUL

    @WCSOUL

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🤙🏼

  • @robertcorey7275
    @robertcorey72752 ай бұрын

    David, just finished setting mine up using your video. AWEOME. Can you tell me how you use, and how often, the Hydrogen Perixide? The icebarrel Stabilize is self explanatory. Thanks a ton.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    Awesome! Use a cup on first fill up and add a cap or two every week or as needed.

  • @robertcorey7275

    @robertcorey7275

    Ай бұрын

    @@DavidMausJr can u clarify? Is it a cup or cap of the hydrogen peroxide?

  • @chrisgirolamo8865
    @chrisgirolamo88652 ай бұрын

    I didn't see the drainage spigot linked in the amazon list. Can you kindly link to that?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    It comes with the ice barrel 🤙🏽

  • @kurtsmith2699
    @kurtsmith269929 күн бұрын

    I’ve missed a few videos. You used to insist on a 1HP chiller with 1” tubing. What’s changed? Is it because the insulated barrel doesn’t need the extra HP?

  • @alexiacarrasquillo
    @alexiacarrasquillo2 ай бұрын

    Hi David . I just moved and had to part with my troth I was using. I was wondering if there is an ice barrel you are not in need of or want to part with it. I live in Florida myself. Please let me know and God Bless 🙏🏼😊

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    Where do you live? Send me a message on IG @dmausjr

  • @richbering7256
    @richbering725627 күн бұрын

    I'm confused; doesn't the Active Aqua Water Chiller have a pump inside? If so, an extra pump for extra water flow?

  • @stefanhochfilzer9175
    @stefanhochfilzer91752 ай бұрын

    Hi, How cold does your ice barrell 500 get with the 1/4 hp chiller? And have you tested the 1/2 hp vs the 1/4 hp? I'm looking to get 37 degrees with the 1/4 hp chiller.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    It got me to 39 with no problems, I didnt hack mine to get it to 37 but people do. To me, 40 is cold enough :)

  • @ryno3888
    @ryno38883 ай бұрын

    Have you noticed any other benefits from the Danner pump, versus the Hydrofarm (other than structural integrity)?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    Nope. Just stronger and feels like a better quality plastic. Other than that it moves water

  • @ryno3888

    @ryno3888

    2 ай бұрын

    @@DavidMausJr Just installed my chiller setup on my 300 today. Followed this exact tutorial, step for step. Works great and saved a ton of space. Thanks again, sir!

  • @johnathanbradley2174
    @johnathanbradley21742 ай бұрын

    Does anyone have any suggestions for mats or something to catch the water under the Ice Barrel 500? Does the felt mats work? I was thinking about something like a washer basin, but I don't think they get big enough. Any thoughts?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    check out this link there is a mat in that people use and love dmjr.co/cleaningkit

  • @johnathanbradley2174

    @johnathanbradley2174

    2 ай бұрын

    @@DavidMausJr Thanks bro! I will check that out.

  • @gerryc1982
    @gerryc19822 ай бұрын

    Hey David. Thought I'd ask since you've tried both ice up and IB. ive actually ordered a IB 500. but I was leaning towards the chiller Ice Up sells that has all in one. I imagine your DIY setup may be less expensive, but why didnt you just use your all in one chiller with the IB?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    I have the IceUp chiller hooked up to that inflatable barrel. I have a few setups running 24/7 so people can come get cold with me.

  • @Fit4Life921
    @Fit4Life921Ай бұрын

    Is there a reason you didn’t use ball valve so you can clean out filter without water leaking out?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    29 күн бұрын

    I should have, its in the kit now but i didnt really think about it since mine are always outside.

  • @brianlarson4473

    @brianlarson4473

    21 күн бұрын

    @@DavidMausJr Where do you put the ball valve in the order? In between T and Filter?

  • @DLantz-jp3ch
    @DLantz-jp3ch3 ай бұрын

    For ozone, would you drill a hole, or, world you find a clever t-joint, etc, to plumb it in?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    T joint and plumb it out just get an ozone generator and use when needed.

  • @brianlarson4473

    @brianlarson4473

    21 күн бұрын

    Did you end up plumbing the T Joint? I'm curious to find some videos of people adding ozone to their IB 500

  • @FantabulousMe100
    @FantabulousMe1003 ай бұрын

    I've got the active aqua 1hp and a danner model 18 (1800gph) but running into issues. When I first hooked everything up it worked like a charm went from 62-39 overnight. Then the next day it could not maintain it in the 39-41 deadband range. The compressor inlet is icing up, like it is now white instead of black. That's the only symptom of a problem I can find, not even sure it is a real issue. Any thoughts?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    It might be too cold pushing too fast. Only thing I can think of is send me a pic of video on IG @dmausjr

  • @FantabulousMe100

    @FantabulousMe100

    3 ай бұрын

    @@DavidMausJr i think i figured it out, appreciate the reply. Seems like it was not getting enough flow due to a strainer on the intake and danner said the tubing should be 1 1/4" to hit the full flow with this pump My mistake was using 3/4 lines and the strainer from penguin. Got the tub/chiller setup from them but unfortunately they really suck and I'm trying to return the chiller at least for a refund

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    @@FantabulousMe100 I hope they help you out.

  • @brandonsimon2804
    @brandonsimon28043 ай бұрын

    Thank you sooooo much for this video!!!! Now if my IB500 would ever show up I can do this lol

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    I got you!! Its coming soon! I can feeeeel it :)

  • @ekarovic2694

    @ekarovic2694

    3 ай бұрын

    How long ago did you order it? I ordered mine on 3/23/24 and it still says processing.

  • @crewu1216

    @crewu1216

    3 ай бұрын

    @@ekarovic2694 where do you track your order?

  • @brandonsimon2804

    @brandonsimon2804

    3 ай бұрын

    @@ekarovic2694 3/19 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️. I have the nurecover that I’m using daily but it’s a real pain the rotate that much ice everyday lol

  • @saundersbuck7247
    @saundersbuck7247Ай бұрын

    How long does it take you to chill your tub? I bought this exact tub and start to chill it and it drops 3 degrees in an hour and a half. What could I be doing wrong?

  • @kevinfly1051

    @kevinfly1051

    Ай бұрын

    I’m having the same problem. Ran all night hasn’t changed temp yet

  • @johnbernard5149
    @johnbernard51493 ай бұрын

    Why the switch from the Active Aqua Pump to the Danner pump?

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    3 ай бұрын

    It’s more solid plastic so less likely to crack and leak.

  • @zcuddster
    @zcuddsterАй бұрын

    How did the 1/4 HP chiller work keeping it cold? Thanks man!

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    Ай бұрын

    Working great!

  • @blakeshealy3220
    @blakeshealy32205 күн бұрын

    Which Danner pump? I see two on your Amazon list

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    5 күн бұрын

    950 or up

  • @abefroman879
    @abefroman8792 ай бұрын

    How often and how much food grade hydrogen peroxide and ice barrel stabilizer do you use? I noticed you added just a small amount initially. Thanks for all the tips and advice.

  • @DavidMausJr

    @DavidMausJr

    2 ай бұрын

    I start with a cup of H202 and a few (5) drops of stabilizer

  • @abefroman879

    @abefroman879

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

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