Duuuuude, can't thank you enough for this awesome guidance, my bath is rokkin' now, massive thanks to you!

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to help man!! Love it!! 💪💪

Unlike others at least you mentioned the order that everything is connected 👍🏽 The bottom of the tub water exits, hits; - the pump 1st - then hits the filter 2nd - then the chiller 3rd No one else talks about this, so thank you.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Felipe, sorry I missed your comment. Happy this was helpful. I’ve got a new setup that’s easier and better, hit me up on IG and I can share it with you if you need it. I’ll post a video about it soon in on YT

@Saffatt

Жыл бұрын

This helped me so much

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@Saffatt that’s great. Glad to hear it. ❤️🙏

Love it! Bought the tub a couple weeks ago, and am looking at foregoing to continual trek to buy ice. Just shot you a DM for the updated parts list....thanks Mate! Hopefully this will cut the TX heat too! ;-)

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! That’s exciting! Absolutely, happy to help.

@katycooper6772

Жыл бұрын

Anyway either of you could repost the parts list on here as well? Attempting to build one at our place, and just making sure we didn’t miss any items as well!

My man!!!! Thank you for the video and taking a hit for us and sharing your lessons learned regarding pump and chiller capacities; you saved me a ton of time and frustration. For your viewing audience, I am 6’3, 250 and found a similar RM 150 gallon tub. I went with a 2900gpm pump and the 1hp chiller. Will place in the garage due to the Phx,AZ heat. I will probably use bigger hoses due to the strength of the pump and chill output. Doing my setup like yours this weekend….I’ll look forward to sharing my own vid and giving you an update on my progress. Thanks again for taking the time to shoot and share this with us! CHEERS!

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Glad it was helpful! I’d love to see your video and what you come up with. I have upgraded pump and filters and hoses. Waaaaay better!!

@desertforrest

Жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife Right on!!!! I’m not seeing your update…did your happen to post it…I’m going to big time copy your plans…I also appreciate your workouts and your Instagram as well. Thanks for your contributions again!

@desertforrest

Жыл бұрын

ALSO…I live in Phoenix and know that if I am going to keep this unit outside, my chiller may be putting in extra work…you mention in a reply to a comment about “insulating the equipment”, did you find that helpful to avoid overheating? My plan B is to put this in our garage. Thanks again!

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@desertforrest can you hit me up on Instagram and I’ll send you all the updates.

@garettkemp4927

11 ай бұрын

you could make a plywood surround for the tub and fill it with movers peanuts for insulation if the water is not staying at the correct temp.

Awesome idea. I had the same idea and this was super helpful. I'm going to see if I can do this for less money. I'll let you know how it goes.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Awesome, definitely let me know. One other person was able to put one together for roughly $500... O’Ko be interested to see what you come up with

After watching a few YT videos I’m going with that same tub, a lid made from 2 inch insulation board and water bottle packs. No filter or circulator but should be good for me. Cost around 175$.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Love it! If that’s what works for you then that’s great!

Helpful video.

@Michaelblife

3 ай бұрын

Awesome! Glad it was! 💪💪

How are you sanitizing the water? Ch;orine or Peroxide. Thanks

awesome! thanks for putting the list, but what brand pump and filter do you use?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for the delay. I made a bunch of upgrades. Hit me up on Insta if you want them all. But I use the Intek pump filter combo now

Great job, now box it up and insulate it.

@Michaelblife

5 ай бұрын

Definitely need to, but just haven’t messed with that

Hi Michael, would you be able to send me over the description/link of the water chill you used? Or if you found a better one over the year. Thanks for the great video!

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Active Aqua 1/2 hp... happy to send over the whole write up if you want to shoot me your email. 💪 it’s long 😂

Great Video! I am getting ready to build mine. Any upgrades I should know about before I start?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave! Yes, quite a few updates that are better. Hit me up on IG and I can get them to you

Love this! Is it necessary to drill the holes, or can you simply hang the hoses over the tub in the water?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

My newest build I eliminated the drilling so no not necessary. 😁

what are the names of those applicators you have on top of the chiller? i think i need a few of those and have no idea what they're called. thank you for your help!

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Ashton, you mean the couplings? They should hve come with your chiller if you bought it new... let me know - happy to help

do you have any updates a year later? how did filter & other products withstand the use over time?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Several updated and changes. Shoot me your email on IG and I can send them over

@colbyduran1069

Жыл бұрын

@michaelbudensiek can you send me those upgrades/changes as well? I’m looking to get a pump and a filter next. Thanks!

Thanks for posting this! I'm in Vermont with a new 100 gallon tank that lives on my back porch. Wondering why/if you cant get by with the 1/4 HP option from Active Aqua. It looks like it should work for climates that don't get too hot in the summer but I don't know how these things are rated.

@romand123

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, just finished the video and you answered my question about the 1/4 vs 1/2 hp unit. Wondering what your climate's like. Here in Vermont our summers are typically in the 80's during the day and 70's at night.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@romand123 no worries at all. Sorry for my delay. After making many changes and seeing lots and lots of different builds... you would be fine with the smaller unit, just upgrade to a bigger tube like 1inch... also I would build a box around your unit and insulate it for the summer time and you will have NO issues keeping it cold.

Do you have links to the fittings you used for the inlet/outlet you drilled on the tub? I have the exact setup I just don't know the name for those fittings you drilled for? Thanks!

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

I do not, I ended up finding the right size at an Ace Hardware... they are called Through Wall Fittings ... I also have a new build that doesn’t required and drilling if you want to hit me up on IG I can send that to you too

Hey Mike! What Water Pump should I use for a 1/4 HP Active Aqua chiller?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Honestly, I’m not exactly sure. That was one thing I liked about upgrading is that I also was able to get a way better pump and filter combo. Hit me up on Instagram and I can send you all the updates. I would check to see if Intex has a pump filter combo that fits the GPH of the 1/4hp

You mentioned fighting the outside temps, if you were to move the tub outside would the chiller work efficiently or would you overwork the unit?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom, great question. After much more experience and having several others build them outside it works just fine. One recommendation for outdoors is to insulate the outside of the tub, this helps sooo much with keeping it cold and running the chiller less.

Love this design. What are the specs on your chiller? How many hp? Brand name?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate that! Mine is the 1/2hp Active Aqua.

What were those white bulkhead adapters you used for the holes you drilled into your tub? This is where I am stuck. Any links would be super helpful. Awesome job bro!

@Michaelblife

11 ай бұрын

They are Polypropylene Bulkhead Fitting, TF 12 P-E… I found them at a tractor supply but I know you can order them too. Also, feel free to send me your email on IG and I can send you the entire write up… or check out other my recent video of it here on YT… with a much better build

@Michaelblife

11 ай бұрын

@therealjamesloud kzread.info/dash/bejne/lH9t1Naye9WxpM4.htmlsi=T62JCH74v4InUjmz

@therealjamesloud

11 ай бұрын

@@Michaelblife awesome!! Thanks man. I’m guessing your IG handle is in your description? I’ll do that right now. Thanks again man

Could’ve just used a lighter to heat those ends up just enough to be able to get the connector in. Looking to use this same basic setup but going the pack out frozen water bottle route

Mike thanks so much for sharing this. I just picked up my tub, and before watching your video my plan was to invest in a ice machine. After making your upgrades are you able to keep the unit outside? Also it’s been 11 months since you posted this video. have you made any additional changes? Thanks Nash

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Nash! Thanks for the message. Hit me up on Instagram and I can email you the entire write up and a video of the newest updates... I’ve had many people have lots of success setting it up outdoors, yes.

@TheFloridaBikeVlogger

Жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife hi, can I also do that same thing? started pedaling and now my legs are starting to talk to me

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@TheFloridaBikeVlogger yes absolutely... hit me up on Insta and I can send you a bunch of stuff on it if you need

One could just freeze a 24 pack of bottled water (freeze with some water removed and lids removed), then fill the bathtub and put in the frozen bottles for a bit. Under $10. Thumbs up! 🥶👍

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah sure, if that’s the route you want to go... go for it. 😁💪. If someone wants to do it daily or multiple times a day, this is just a lower investment option for them to DIY.

@robseibertgulfcoastrealest3243

Жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife Yours is real deal, we’ll done. Mine’s a poor boy version.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@robseibertgulfcoastrealest3243 thank you! But unfortunately.. 1k to build vs 5k to buy... That was the lowest I could find to build. Not bad for lifetime use.

Hey brother do you an updated buying list I could use? My team would love to build one of these bad boys

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, a short vid of my updated one as well. You got Instagram or FB? Send me a message there and i can get it to you.

My dude! Can we get a follow up video and see the final set up?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

I need to make one for sure!! I’ll try it make some time to do it within the month

Great video man. Hey what is the boost button on the chiller for? Do I need to keep that on? And if so do you keep it on 24hr? Thanks

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

I usually will run it for 2-3hrs before my plunges in the 2hr boost. Otherwise I haven’t looked much into it myself

@haltorne6647

Жыл бұрын

From the chillers I’ve personally looked into the boost just pulls a higher power draw for faster cooling. Your electrical bill will go up if you leave it on 24/7. If you run the chiller over night then you shouldn’t need the boost unless the temperature difference between desired water and ambient is high. (MechE here, but openly haven’t fully looked into it all so could still be wrong!)

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@haltorne6647 thank you for this 🙏🙌

Great project! It would be great if you could put the buying list in the description. We do not all have instagram.

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah I definitely understand that, there is a screen shot of the original at the beginning of the video, but the write up is an entire email so kind of long. I need to make an updated video because that would probably be easier for people. Do you have any other platform you could send me your email on and I’ll get it send over?

Great video! I was curious, is 52 degrees the temperature you should do it or is that just a preference?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! anything under 55 is preferred. 🙂

@iggyalcaraz1845

Жыл бұрын

I only do the cold plunge with ice but it’s too expensive. It goes to 30-35 degrees but I am going to buy a chiller for a 100GL tub

Hi. Curious as to what made you choose this route rather than going the chest freezer DYI method. Thank you in advance for your input.

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, thanks for asking. A couple reasons: 1. the risk of potential shock with a deep freezer. 2. I can control the temperature with this.. 39-75 degrees, and it works really well - takes about 2 hours to cool it from 70 to 50. 3. Filtration set up is much better with this... changing water is minimal and it’s clean, sanitized, and filtered. These are some of the major reasons. Hope it helps. 😁

@tristanjorgenson9740

2 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife thank you.

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Happy to help!

Great video, I found your insta page and noticed you changed your pump to a intex small pool pump, do you think your current system would work outside in summer?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mick! Oh yeah I have made a few changes that I prefer. Shoot me a message and I will get you the full list and current updated. It will work outside absolutely

@ADAMSMITH-mq4zp

2 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife i'm interested to see what upgrades you made as well.

this is awesome - just emailed you for parts list

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll get it now!

What model was the first chiller you bought? Did you need the 1/2 HP because the first one wasn't enough? Do you think 1/4 HP will be enough? There's a step down model which is less money.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

I prefer the 1/2 ... but the 1/4 will work if you get a pump that matches the GPH flow rate. Use some insulation and it will definitely work

Also what filter did you use? And is the hosing 1/2 inch?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

I have changed to a pump/filet combo... much better... if you want all the updates just send me a message on Instagram and I’ll get it to you

Do you plan on putting pvc piping. I have a setup using a pool filter and want to add a chiller, insulation, and use pvc piping.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

I have looked at that and had a few people who used some of this info and built using pvc... but I have not yet... I also now use a pool pump / filter combo... waaaay better.

Any updates on this please? how did the chiller work out so far?

@Michaelblife

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Evolve. Absolutely!! It works great!!! Only change I’ve had to make is changing to a better filter... only because the original filter takes to long and isn’t as good with high flow rates. So what I did to is once the water is initially filtered and I have the sanitizer in it to keep it clean ... I hooked the pump straight to the chiller... freezing cold water in a matter of 2 hours... haven’t gone below 50 degrees yet... but the chiller will cool it to 39. 🥶... I would recommend just getting a small pool filter and pump combo... they are the same price of not cheaper than buying the 2 separate pieces that I got. Let me know if I can help. 😁💪

What is the cooler called? I would like to find it online, thank you!

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

It’s an Active Aqua brand, but there are many brands out there. And you can find good ones used as well

what chiller did you use? Do you have a link?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Grant! I’ve got an entire parts list with updates available as well. The Chiller is Active Aqua. But if you want the whole thing just send me a message on Instagram and I can email it to you. 😁💪

I live in Hawaii. And want to do a out door set up. I'm going to insulate the tub and it's not in direct sun. Do you think the 1/2 hp is enough? Or 1 hp with mabie a bigger pump. I normally have 4 people that do it with me back to back. And want to keep the temp 38 to 40. Thank you very much for making the video. It definitely made me want to build one. Have a great day. Much thanks

@kyleuseldinger3318

2 жыл бұрын

Our normal out door temp is 83 year around give or take.

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

With insulation and a by fabricating a lid for it I definitely think it’s good. I have made some nice updates and happy to send it to you... hit me up in Instagram message if you got it and I can send you the video and email you the write up I have it!

Just what I was looking for! How are things 5 months in??

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Just changed the water for the first time. Broke my pump in the process 😂.. so fixing that, but yeah things are great!! I looove it! I’ve got an entire email with parts lists and improvements listed if you want it. Just shoot me a message on Instagram and I can get it to you.

@joserivero985

2 жыл бұрын

Will do!

Does the chiller have a pump on it to push out the water to the tub?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

No, the pump in separate - but I’ve made a bunch of upgrades and have a much better set up I need to share I just haven’t made time. You can message me on IG and I can share the written process via email and show you the new set up via video. The pump/filter combo is easy to use and works great

Can you post the complete list of materials again? Did the clear tubes come with the pump?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. It’s actually been updated since the video... send me a message on Instagram @michaelblife and I’ll give you the most updated list. I bought the tubes separately.

@zachliske376

2 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife love the vid. What brand is chiller?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zach! Active Aqua

👍🏻👍🏻Aquarium filter and reduce your tubing, lastly add some clamps.

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah for sure have done this at this point. Just the first build. Still love it though.

What’s the chiller brand please 🤟🏻💪🏻

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Active Aqua

What filter did you use and any updates

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Lots of updates, feel free to shoot me a message on IG and I’ll get you the information and updates

What chiller did you get ?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

I made a bunch of grades and changed to the Intek pump / filter combo... it’s so much better and easier to manage as well

Hi- does that water chiller goes below 39 degrees F?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

No, that’s lowest that brand goes... I’m not sure about other brands

How cold will a chiller get? How low can you set it?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

39 degrees F

Is that the coldest it gets? Debating on chiller vs ice machine.

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

This chiller specifically goes to 39 degree F, it’s nice. An ice machine not a bad consideration though. 😁💪

I'm really interested in building my own cold tub and I've scoured and watched many youtube videos but I'm confused about 1 thing. What pump is suitable to use? I don't want a submersible because electrocution. Can you recommend a good, safe, effective pump? I'm tempted to just buy the Penguin 3/4 horse power with filter and attachments but it's like $1000 more.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah! I changed to an Intex pool pump/filter combo works great! $89 on Amazon. Saw your email. I’ll respond. 🙌🚀

@tonytokablunt

Жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife Thank you for posting this info! Can you please list the Model Number?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@tonytokablunt the model number for the chiller? It’s just the Active Aqua 1/2 HP

Dear god, the music.

@Michaelblife

10 ай бұрын

😂😂🤷‍♂️

How well has this held up?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Real well!! I use it on average 4x a week. 💪😁 🥶

how cold can the chiller get the water

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

39 degrees

Hey! If you don't mind my asking, what are you using for your tub and where did you purchase it?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help. It’s a Rubbermaid brand water trough basically... I got it from a tractor supply. You can also find them online.

@becoolnotcruel

Жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife Thank you for the information, I'll be looking those suppliers up as I really hope to give these cold plunges a try. :)

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Feel free to DM me on IG and I can get you the whole setup emailed over

@becoolnotcruel

Жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife I'm unable to do that as I'm not on IG. You do give all the information on your video post though, right?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

That makes sense. Any platform that allows you to message I’m probably on. Yes. Just have a few updates I haven’t posted about that seem helpful and better. But 90% of all the original is the same

I’m starting to do the research on my own DIY. What’s your IG? I saw that you also had a bigger detailed plan written out, can I please get a copy of that as well?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help. Michaelblife send me your email there and I’ll get it to you. 💪😁

what type of filter did you get?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Intex small pool pump/filter combo

Can you let me know make and model of the chiller

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Active Aqua 1/2hp is the one I used... lots of options out there though

@chrismakara-howe9792

2 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife what's it like in electricity. Is it expensive to run

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Once it gets to temp... it will hold it there pretty good without adding too much... 30-50/m pending how you run it... but that’s including running the pump

@chrismakara-howe9792

2 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife so £30 / £50 per month

Do you use a timer or temperature controller?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

The new pump I use now has a timer built in.

@susumukumo

2 жыл бұрын

I dm’d you on IG.

@susumukumo

2 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife Can you message me the parts you used? I dm’d you on IG.

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

I think I got it to you yeah?

How tall are you man would a 6ft 2 dude fit in that tub comfortably

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Jacob! I’m 5’ 9”, but my buddy gets in it with no problems at 6’ 1”... this is a 100gal tub, they make a 150gal same brand that is longer so that one would definitely fit you well.

SHOULD OF BOUGHT A COLD PLUNGE TUB, THEY SELL THEM PRETTY CHEAP , LOOKS IDENTICAL TO COLDPLUNGE..THE CHILLER AND FILTER IS IDENTICAL , SO YOU GOT THAT PART RIGHT

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know that one, but this is more for do it yourself type people. 🤷‍♂️

So it took 8 hours to get to 52 degrees?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

That’s a good question... that was just how long I had been away from it... takes about 2-3 hours to get to desired temp, but then it maintains it forever. You can always add ice to speed up the cooling progress. 😁💪

that breathing is exactly what happened to me, but the worst part was getting out.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, once you adjust to it getting out can be tough. 😂😂

I don't have room for this inside my home. Were you able to ever get it to work outside

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had several people get them setup outside working great! I do suggest building a box around it and adding some insulation

can I DM you for the parts?

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! IG

So a year later any problems with equipment yet?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

I made a couple upgrades, but only because they were more user friendly. Happy to send them to you. But no problems, everything works great!

@dcanales7858

Жыл бұрын

Yes please do. I literally bought the same tub last week for same purpose. Was about to order the rest of the stuff on Amazon.

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@dcanales7858 can you send me a message on Insta? Or FB?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

@@dcanales7858 I’ll watch for your message

Cost?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Cost be about $1k to build... had someone else find used parts and built it for $500.

How much hydrogen peroxide did you use? Love this idea

@Michaelblife

2 жыл бұрын

I actually changed to a non hard chemical based sanitizer instead because I couldn’t get the balance right with the peroxide. Shoot me a message on Instagram and I can get you the entire set up and what I changed, etc. it works great!!

@mykawilcox4382

2 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelblife ok thank you 😊

Just use chlorine/

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, that’s always an option

What’s the pump model for the 1200GPH you got on the upgrade? How many HP does the pump has?

@Michaelblife

Жыл бұрын

The most upgraded pump I have is an Intex pool pump / filter combo at 1000gph… it’s awesome and I highly recommend it