How to Use Bulkhead Fittings and Drill holes in Your DIY Stock Tank Cold Plunge

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  • @Silversidepro
    @Silversidepro Рік тому +8

    Try using you drill in reverse after the bit drills the pilot hole. It should still cut through the polyethylene just fine. IT will take a bit longer but still give a very clean cut and less chance of kicking back as it is not as agressive.

  • @jefferycross265
    @jefferycross265 Рік тому +12

    Once you drill in the hole, place the drill in reverse, and the backward motion will not grab and jerk. However, it will create a nice circle that will help once you place it back to cutting direction.

  • @benlarkin-b1x
    @benlarkin-b1x Місяць тому +1

    Hi, We bought the stock tank bundle for plans and are trying to understand where the ball valve placement on the outlet fits in, where the output of the ball valve goes, is there a picture of the plumbing final setup you could share? We have the rubbermaid 100 gallon tank and plans, along with ozone, filter, etc, everything in the bundle of plans, we are past the framing part, but the plumbing is confusing us a little. Any help is greatly appreciated!
    Thanks in advance

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Місяць тому

      Hey Ben! Customer service questions are best handled over email where you can send images, etc. and it's easier/clearer for me to be notified. You can just reply to the email address from your order confirmation.

  • @anthonycronce
    @anthonycronce Рік тому +1

    I just did mine and tried something different to clean the hole up. If you have a heat gun, pull anything excessive off by hand. After that, use your heat gun to melt up the rest of the little pieces. I tried this aesthetically on the top of the tup where I hit it with my saw and it shaped up nicely so I cleaned this up the same way.

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      good to know! thanks for sharing. Those scrapes can be frustrating

  • @426superbee4
    @426superbee4 Рік тому

    The factory out let is plenty! Just fine reducers to fit it. For a outlet. Start drilling a bunch of holes in it, and rein it. Can always run the top hose over the top for a inlet. can use a spray bar, or like a water fountain. Its got factory holes around the top rail. for a mount if you wish

  • @Kirbythediver
    @Kirbythediver 4 місяці тому

    Just put in my bulkheads,
    It was a good call to replace the factory one. That thing is flimsy as hell. Im waiting on my custom sheet metal drip pan to get fabricated, then ill be on to the running of pipes and insulation. Drip pan will be under stock tank, going to mount my wheels on a slight incline to encourage any condensation caught in the pan to pool up towards the mech area where ill have an access panel on the back to put desiccant. Im planning on insulating the crap out of the tank area so shouldn't be too much sweating. There will also be a drip pan in the mech area that houses the pump and filter. Using some old pc fans to create a airflow in the mech area. I HOPE youll post my build to the blog as theres a lot of extra features the community could get inspiration from :)

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  4 місяці тому +1

      Send me the final build!

    • @Kirbythediver
      @Kirbythediver 4 місяці тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge hoping for completion this coming weekend, July 7th

  • @BradFinn
    @BradFinn Рік тому +1

    Hey. Read some of the other comments and starting my own project. In his hidsight would you have just used the drain hole that’s already there and drilled one less hole? Or is two necessary?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      Hey Brad! Two is not necessary, I drilled that hole before I thought of pairing the drain with the outlet from the tank.

    • @scottmarkland6873
      @scottmarkland6873 Рік тому

      Would the drain hole be better for pulling water into the filter? Or for clean water re-entering the tub?

  • @stephenm4579
    @stephenm4579 Місяць тому

    Do you need a 1 inch 7/8 hole saw or can it be another size? I bought the 1 inch plugs from Amazon so the 2 3/8s seems way too big

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Місяць тому

      👉 ua-cam.com/users/shorts67xL39EhJSA

  • @josevalerio4152
    @josevalerio4152 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for this video. I did do this for my plunge, but I did this only for the water filter, now I purchased an Active aqua .25 chiller and it's set up for a 3/4 hose not 1 inch, do you have any suggestion on how to match this up? I hope I explained myself here...Thank you!

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  6 місяців тому +1

      Yep! You'll want a 1" threaded to 3/4" socket fitting to thread into the bulkhead.

  • @bryanbeardsley6068
    @bryanbeardsley6068 Рік тому +1

    Make your pilot hole without the hole saw on the arbor. After your pilot hole is complete then add the hole saw back onto the arbor. This allows you to slowly move the hole saw in rather than that abrupt start when the pilot bit goes through. 👍🏻

  • @hjkramer404
    @hjkramer404 Рік тому +1

    Would placing both holes on the short end of the tank be a mistake? Im thinking this would result in shorter hoses (less condensation/less heat loss), but Im not sure if this would impede proper circulation. Thanks!

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      As long as you can create a water tight seal on the bulkhead there's no reason it wouldn't work 👍

  • @ryanbellus2831
    @ryanbellus2831 10 місяців тому +1

    pro tip, start hole saw in reverse for a few seconds then go back right tighty direction and you shouldn't skip the bit anymore

  • @criswellair
    @criswellair 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for your videos. I bought your framing and plumping plans. I understand that you used the existing drain hole on the 100 gal rubbermaid tank as your outlet to the chiller. Did you use a y connector shutoff valve at the drain hole so the outlet hole can also be used to drain the tub? Hope that makes sense.

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks! I use a ball valve at the drain/outlet 👍

  • @Random2kBuilds
    @Random2kBuilds Рік тому +1

    I am thinking about getting the framing plans off your website. I have a 150 gal Rubbermaid tub and wanted to know if the plans are speced for 150 gal. If not what changes would need to be made for 150 gal tub?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      I'm working on the 150 gal. now - it hasn't been released yet. The one that is up there is the 100 Gal.

  • @BrettOwens24
    @BrettOwens24 3 місяці тому

    do you need the bulkhead that is going into the tub half way up? Is there any drawbacks to having it low?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  3 місяці тому

      I prefer it a couple inches below the water line when no one is in the tub. Moves more water/breaks up the thermal barrier that way. Short answer is it's all preference. The tub is so small it will have plenty of recirculation

  • @Cbartlettbo
    @Cbartlettbo 2 місяці тому

    Are these 1/2 in bulkhead unions? I don’t see it listed on any of the guides or description. Thanks!

  • @ChristopherBarnwell-r6y
    @ChristopherBarnwell-r6y Рік тому

    What is the reducer you use to go from this bulkhead fitting to the 1-1/4"ID x 1-3/4" OD braided vinyl tubing? Can you provide me with the Menards link? I think I have the rest, brother. Thanks. Just finished the OG 100 gal plunge and this is the last item I need.

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  11 місяців тому

      Hey! You'd need a 1" threaded to 1-1/4" barbed fitting.

  • @beanerstones
    @beanerstones Рік тому +1

    Where did you purchase bulkhead fittings?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  11 місяців тому

      Menards. You can find them on Amazon too.

  • @brandong8978
    @brandong8978 Рік тому

    I bought a water chiller that shipped with all the tubing, bulkhead fittings, elbow barb fittings, etc all sized at 3/4" (the Penguin Cold Therapy Chiller). Do you think I need to upgrade these parts to 1"? or am I fine using what they sent with the chiller?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      I would use what the manufacturer sent for the unit 👍

  • @DrbalFam-yh4vr
    @DrbalFam-yh4vr Рік тому

    I have a rubbermaid tub just like the one in your vid, and I use the icepod chiller. What do you recommend for insulation around the tub to help it stay cool, and what about the condensation?
    Thanks

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      Spray foam will be the only thing that will help with condensation, you'll want to get it on as much of the surface as possible. The Foambeak can help with that - diycoldplunge.com/products/foambeak-canned-foam-insulation-nozzle

  • @MasterHowLeH
    @MasterHowLeH 6 місяців тому

    thanks for this, but how do you connect 1 - 1/4 Tubing (from the intext pump) to that big 1 inch bulk head?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  6 місяців тому

      Same concept, just reversed. They make threaded x barbed fittings. You'd just need the appropriate size.

  • @IsaiahEdward
    @IsaiahEdward 4 місяці тому

    I recently bought your video/pdf plans for the plumbing and I’m curious why you made another hole on the bottom right? The drain serves as an outlet and drain and then you have only one inlet which is the middle.

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  4 місяці тому +1

      This is my prototype stock tank. Those were all test holes

    • @IsaiahEdward
      @IsaiahEdward 4 місяці тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge that’s what I assumed but I was tripping out! 😂 so just the drain and inlet two holes is required?

  • @Irongiant5
    @Irongiant5 Рік тому +1

    Any reason you went with 1” vs 3/4” bulkheads? Curious because your filter is 3/4”. Thanks!

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      The male 3/4" threaded adapters constrict water flow quite a bit, which ultimately affected suction in my initial testing.

  • @josephferlitto4069
    @josephferlitto4069 Рік тому

    How are you connecting to tubing from the chiller ? Are you using 3/4" tubing or 1"? Would you switch to 3/4" bulkheads if you were using 3/4" tubing? thanks

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      I use 3/4" tubing. The reason I used 1" is that the male threaded fittings reduce down so much on the 3/4" Nothing wrong with 3/4" bulkheads, I just wanted to keep flow open as much as I could

    • @jedslockedter4me
      @jedslockedter4me Рік тому +2

      @@DIYColdPlungebut how do you fit a 3/4 tubing into a 1” bulkhead, is our question…

    • @marcusverhage3679
      @marcusverhage3679 4 місяці тому

      @@jedslockedter4me "barded fitting" adapters. Was wondering this for a long time too

  • @curb0305
    @curb0305 4 місяці тому

    What size bulk head union for a 100 gallon rubbermaid stock tank drain?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  4 місяці тому

      I use 1" but just know there is not a standard outer size... 1" refers to the inner. Check on what hole saw size you need.

  • @JoshuaHMejia
    @JoshuaHMejia Рік тому

    Would you recommend a special hole saw drill bit for a galvanized steel horse trough tank?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      I used my standard one without issue - it's not super thick so it wasnt an issue. If you are buying new you may as well snag one for metal.

  • @donnewlin2608
    @donnewlin2608 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for all the great videos! Does it matter how high on the tank the holes are cut for the inlet and outlet? Any reason one should be higher or lower than the other? Thanks!

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  9 місяців тому

      I have always put mine just below the water line when I'm not in the tub.

  • @LeeanRepzTraining
    @LeeanRepzTraining Рік тому

    Do you think adding some plumbers putty along with the bulk head can ensure enclosure? Bought some cause I was going to use a drainage pipe instead but found this video, would want to make use of the putty if it helps😊

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      I've used silicone with the bulkhead in some builds and it has helped. I dont have experience with plumbers putty but it might work.

    • @DanSanniti
      @DanSanniti Рік тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge When you say "it has helped", does that mean you've had leaks with the rubber gasket?

    • @lukejessen8645
      @lukejessen8645 11 місяців тому

      Did you end up using Plumber's putty to help seal the bulk head?@@DanSanniti I had the same idea and am considering using it to avoid leaks.

  • @IrishPat82
    @IrishPat82 Рік тому

    I haven't found the video where you talk about exactly where to put the holes. I see the one in this video but where do I put the other hole? (or holes?) I bought the plumbing plans and they don't say exactly

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      Utilize the existing drain for the outlet + drain, then what I did was drill a hole about 1/2 way up on the opposite side. It's the hole I am installing the bulkhead toward the end of the video. I mention disregarding the other hole on that side (this was before I thought of the design in my plans)

  • @hockysa
    @hockysa Рік тому

    Can you add these bulkhead fittings to the portable material tubs?

  • @jdpyncheon7576
    @jdpyncheon7576 Рік тому

    How did you seal the bulkheads? I keep getting leaks mo matter how much silicone I use

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      I did it the exact way I show in this video

  • @dailyjotandtittle
    @dailyjotandtittle Рік тому

    can you help me with the location of my inlet (from the filter/sanitation system? does the inlet need to be higher than the level of the water inside my tub?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      Sure! I put mine opposite the existing drain hole - it's the hole in the middle at 6:32 in this video.

  • @bulldurham66
    @bulldurham66 2 місяці тому

    Don’t see the bulkheads in the build plans….where and which ones are preferred ?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  2 місяці тому

      All of the plumbing or start to finish plans include links to the exact products I used. Are you on the framing only plan?

    • @bulldurham66
      @bulldurham66 2 місяці тому

      I’ve downloaded the framing guide and complete parts list and the Bulkheads are not listed. Just watched the Bulkhead video again and I see now you used 1”.

  • @dontnomi9569
    @dontnomi9569 Рік тому +5

    Drilling in reverse will give you a much cleaner cut

  • @MandoManics
    @MandoManics 8 місяців тому

    Anyway to connect the pump to the drain hole on the Rubbermaid?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  8 місяців тому

      Yep! That's what I recommend. Your plumbing starts from that bulkhead

    • @MandoManics
      @MandoManics 8 місяців тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge how did you make connection there? PVC reducer?

  • @tylerbates8198
    @tylerbates8198 Рік тому

    I know that center one is your out let but did you say you’re doing 2 inlet holes?? More water pressure since it’s gravity fed??

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      I did 2 and connected them with a tee fitting... but it was only because I changed my game plan mid-project. I haven't seen any difference in water flow between doing it this way and using only the drain plug.

  • @pumbapoindexter
    @pumbapoindexter Рік тому

    The link you posted for the bulkhead says you need a 2-1/4" hole is that correct or should we go smaller and get the 1-7/8" hole saw

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      I didn't notice that! Mine was 1 7/8" and worked out just fine.

    • @pcahn621
      @pcahn621 Рік тому

      there’s no way you used 1 7/8 hole saw bit. I use 1 7/8 hole saw bit and the hole is way too small for the 1” bulkhead. now I have to make this hole bigger somehow….

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      @@pcahn621 It 100%, without a doubt was. It looks like the manufacturer changed the style of their bulkhead

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      @@pcahn621 is it for your inlet back into the tub?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      @@pcahn621 Check this out - ua-cam.com/video/fwpOAsN0J9g/v-deo.html

  • @dailyjotandtittle
    @dailyjotandtittle Рік тому

    just found your channel. thank you! any reason this wouldn't work with the galvanized steel tanks?

  • @mojito5765
    @mojito5765 Рік тому

    Thank you very much for your videos. So, the chilled water goes into the top of the tub and you used the tub drain location as your return to the chiller?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      Correct!

    • @yoslater
      @yoslater Рік тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge If you use spray foam/pink insulation combination how would you be able to access and open the return/drain pipe to empty the tank? wouldn't you still need the dedicated drain pipe to drain? or am I missing something obvious?

    • @yoslater
      @yoslater Рік тому

      I think I found what I was looking for in your intake/outake PDF, so no need to answer.

    • @jefflangford3258
      @jefflangford3258 Рік тому

      So there is no need too drill two holes then just use the one drilled at the top of the tank for the chilled water inlet and the drain that comes stock on the tank as the return to the chiller ?

  • @minombreeslos
    @minombreeslos Рік тому

    Any reason for the Rubbermaid over the metal? Thanks for the video good stuff!

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      I'll make a video on this, but the main reasons are that they are all the exact same size (Metal has some variance), and they are less prone to leaking because they are molded without seams.

  • @DavidDragen-nf2ct
    @DavidDragen-nf2ct 8 місяців тому

    It appears that all of your EQ uses 3/4" fittings - any reason you use 1" bulkheads instead of 3/4?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  8 місяців тому

      The ID on the 3/4" restricts flow more than I wanted it to. Much more problematic on the outlet to the pump than the return though.

  • @ThanksWyatt
    @ThanksWyatt Рік тому +1

    Link to the bulkheads used?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      Here you go!
      www.menards.com/main/plumbing/pipe-fittings/tank-fittings-strainers/green-leaf-inc-bulkhead-union-fitting/tf100/p-1444431646587-c-8560.htm?tid=6595766261027535501&ipos=1

    • @ThanksWyatt
      @ThanksWyatt Рік тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge Thanks. Also, are you going to have ozone generators back in-stock soon?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +1

      @@ThanksWyatt I just got the shipping confirmation yesterday, I typically have them in about a weeks time

  • @BenSolariBYU
    @BenSolariBYU Рік тому

    What size hole do we need to drill?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      You will need to double check the size of your bulkhead. I've purchased 1" bulkheads from the same store at different times and the thickness has been different.

  • @bgriffin5447
    @bgriffin5447 6 місяців тому

    Why are you wearing sunglasses to drill a hole in plastic? Lmfao..

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  6 місяців тому

      Um... it's bright out? Is that acceptable to you?

  • @eztwraps
    @eztwraps Рік тому

    Why am I half way through the video and your still talking about the hole saw?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      You need holes to use bulkheads 👍

    • @eztwraps
      @eztwraps Рік тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge yes but all you have to do is show the tool, cut the hole and then show where to cut the other hole but you talk about the hole saw for 30 mins before even cutting a hole. you're prob still talking about the hole saw honestly. lol

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +6

      @@eztwraps lol cutting the hole is the one thing you can't undo... causes a lot of stress for folks hence the focus for the video. Feel free to move along... unless you want to keep talking about hole saws.

    • @eztwraps
      @eztwraps Рік тому

      @@DIYColdPlunge we can keep talking about it. If you like since you really like talking about it. So how do you cut a hole in a plastic container? I was thinking an utility knife would work better with a hand drawn circle?

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      @@eztwraps I'm all in if you are! But let's focus, we're talking hole saws here - not utility knives.

  • @sliv5sliv
    @sliv5sliv Рік тому

    If you have to take 5 mins to explain the process of drilling with a hole saw you have no business to be drilling. I'm surprised this guy knows how to use a drill.

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому +4

      😂 thanks for stopping by

    • @cycology3
      @cycology3 Рік тому +2

      Well, I am sure he did it for ladies like me!!! I SUPER appreciate it when these "how to" videos don't assume you know how to do everything! I had to google how to attach drill bit!!! LOL!!! SO THANK YOU @diycoldplunge

    • @DIYColdPlunge
      @DIYColdPlunge  Рік тому

      🙏@@cycology3