Awesome video man! as an oilfield pump mechanic in west Texas I want to give you a couple tips to make your system better! Please move your water pump as close as you can to your filter coming straight out of the tank! That’s a centrifugal pump which means it doesn’t suck, it only boost water pressure. That loud noises you’re hearing from both pumps is cavitation, pumps will be silent if your pump is right after your filter. Also, all that excess suction line is unnecessary, cut the excess off and move your pump on to the ground level to it’s not trying to pull water up! Other than that your golden!

Hi, all you stock tank hot tubbers…help, PLEASE! I practically begged my hubby for a stock tank and all the stuff that it takes to make it into a hot tub. I told him it would be super Duper easy etc. we managed to save our money, use Amazon prime days and get all the materials that are suggested in this video we studied the video, watched it over and over again. BTW, good straightforward video. we finally put it all together. We got two full tanks of propane because we did read somewhere that sometimes they freeze up, turned it all on and after about an hour the hot water pump started surging, and then our camplux heater turned off. We unplugged it try it again the camplux heater turned on, but the pump still was surging and then the heater turned off. I change the filter on the pool. We checked the filter on the pump and that looks totally clear. We called the the number on the hot water pump manufacture and they said that it’s not intended to use for this and that it’s too small. We have an 8 foot stock tank and we followed the buying instructions from the video. I see through the comments that a lot of people are having this issue and they talk about the strainer which is a little confusing for me, but is anybody using a different hot water pump that is powerful enough, so it does not surge and turn off the heater? Does anyone else have any issues with their propane gas freezing from condensation? Please help… our 40th anniversary is coming up and it would be so wonderful and healing to get in this hot tub with our kids.

A few observations about our build. Firstly, we bought the 6’ oval tank 6’ x 2’ x 2’, 169 gallons. It’s perfect for two people. I accidentally bought the 2.11 gal/minute heater, but it works fine for the smaller tank. We alto ran a hose from the tank drain and put the same shutoff valve fitting on it so that it’s easy to drain the tank which we do after a few tubs. We were having declining performance and first thought was the collapsing hose that flattened and shut down flow when it got hot. We replaced all with braided and also brought the filter up near the pump so that it’s easy to get to. Still, we were having problems with ultra-low flow until finally in desperation we took the heater off the cart it’s connected to and actually removed the hose inlet fitting that came with the unit and discovered a tiny cup mesh filter that was totally clogged and once we removed that, all our problems were solved. We had tried so many things to diagnose the problem. So glad we discovered that little filter. If anyone makes this I’d recommend braided hose especially on the suction side of the pump and removing that filter.

I really like your channel man! very easy to watch, informative, detail oriented, and great production. thanks from stafford ct!

I really appreciate your videos. They’re thorough and detailed enough to make me feel comfortable doing this, without any of the superfluous stuff so many maker videos have.

nice video, especially the way you organize things to make things all look very clean. Remote control idea for the pump is also excellent. Now, I am going to build one!

This is a great, simple and well presented video! Total inspiration!!!!

Thanks Ryan- your directions are organized , thorough, concise. The great camera work allows us to see exactly what you’re doing.

Great idea thanks for sharing I just got my intex hot tub I can't wait to use it have a beautiful day God bless you always

This was an exact replacement for the old one that lasted about 10 years. kzfaq.infoUgkx7yWIKcrbA9KMHkGSfcgxW2lsjHT6B8Sh The top of my mitigation tube by my roofline was just a 90 elbow which allowed too much debris to fall down into the fan, eventually ruining it. Without this issue, I bet it would have kept running another 10 years. When I replaced this fan, I added an extra elbow joint so the top tube now it does a 180, which should solve that problem. The radon guys around here wanted to charge me a $300 diagnostic fee, then parts/labor (probably close to $600 total). I installed this all by myself in about an hour for the cost of the fan; it would probably be even easier/faster with two people. FYI the manufacturer's warranty greatly differs depending on whether you install it yourself (1 yr warranty) or have a licensed installer do it (10 yrs).

Outstanding I followed along and am a successful stick tank hot tub owner now

We've. been thinking of making ours a hot tub as well so thank you for this! Very helpful!

Thank you! Just what I wanted to do with all the detail.

I was going to make an in-ground tub. Make the floor/shell out of concrete and use your setup to heat it up. Thanks for putting this video together. Nice setup.

It would heat up faster if the hot water return line was on the opposite side of the tank from the cold water line. That way it would draw the hot water across the tank rather than just heating one side of the tank first.

Great video ! My wife ordered all the parts today. Can’t wait to use this on a cooler evening!

we did a wood fired cattle tank hot tub at a commune and put wood pallets on the bottom so you wouldn't burn your feet and we all sat on cement blocks ... super comfortable. and fun to feed the fire underneath to heat it up!!!

Great way to heat the tank...thanks!!!! Was very helpful!

Great video. Good, clear audio and video. Lots of details. Well done, sir. Currently looking for a heater and pump combination for my new inflatable hot tub. Camplux and SeaFlo.👍 Thanks.

Thank you so much for this video! I'm very interested in one of these.

You can actually put pipe dope on the barb fittings for the hose connections. It makes your hose clamp tightening less demanding. Anytime I repair garden hoses with new end fittings, I use pipe dope, Hercules Real-Tuff. It can be used on plastic and be put in to service immediately.

Sweet set up! I've been trying to come up with a similar set up and stumbled across your video and glad I did keep up the good content!

Great simple instructions.

Easy to operate! Love it!

Thank you so much for your easy and clear directions! I am super new to power tools and DIY home projects but your video and website gave me the confidence to take this on and build my own stock tank hot tub (6' x 2') a year ago and am still enjoying it often. I even upgraded it recently by surrounding it with 4" thick insulation and a beautiful wooden exterior and lid.

I have that same Camplux water heater that I use for an outdoor shower. I have a stock tank and will be using it as a hot tub!

Just ordered all the stuff thru ur links thanx

subscribed and gave a thumbs up. If you want a nice edge on your pool use a pool noodle sliced down one side. I use them on my loft bed for head protection because my desk is underneath my loft. I've also used them for roll bar covers on a jeep.

Awesome info, thank you

Looks good! Also anyone planning to do this, remember ideally you want to mount the pump under the waterline.

Thanks for video it help a lot I made my own hot tub

I was so sad that the season was over and the water was too cold to use. I was nervous to do this. But like with your other videos, it was easy and straightforward! I bought all of the parts you recommended, even went with the largest heater. It took me an afternoon to do everything! I even use a smart plug for both my filter and the heater pump and makes it easy to turn on and schedule through an app. I will say - it does go through propane pretty quickly! But works great! Went from 70f - 100f in a few hours.

Hey! I just did this today with help from you video. I skipped the valve and siding parts just to see if I could recirculate with that pump efficiently. My water pressure in my area is pretty low (asked a few neighbors haha) and once I plugged this in? I could finally go MAX water flow and the heater was SO MUCH MORE EFFICIENT this way. I'm practicing my plumbing while I dig my in ground hot tub :3! Thanks for the inspiration and help! Its soooooooooooooooooooo NICE I cant understate that. AND QUIET!

Thank you for this video going to make my life easy.loves you xoxo

Good detail....thanks

You would get less noise from the pump if you mounted on a board and set in the ground The house is a big speaker resonator Good stuff Came up with this 7 years with a Claw Foot tub You hit it right!!

Thanks so much for the great content!

Well, the claw tub went away and replaced with a 4 foot by 6 foot cedar tub that I constructed with seating for 3 to 4. I used your same materials except for the tankless system. I used a camplux natural gas system and plumbed it into our natural gas coming to the house. Just finished my first soak. Oh my gosh, it was great

I would probably install the spigots 180° (directly opposite of each other) to maximize cross flow and help heat the entire pool. Thanks for the video!

Thanks so much for the information. I especially like the link where you connect to Amazon for the parts. I am using this to turn an old claw tub into my one-person outside soaking tub. I have all the parts; so now its just putting it together. I do have one question though. Was that another filter that I saw attached to your tub? If so, what is that for and would I need it for a one-person operation like the one I just described. Thanks again

Thank you

You should have a shield between your building the heater it could burn or blacken the outside paneling. Also if you used shark-bite fittings your pump won't struggle so much. Plus the heat coming off the heater may make black return hose your using limp over by getting hot. Just my opinion.

Great video! Excited to get my own 6x2 stock tank pool/hot tub up and running! i was wondering if you might know how much electricity the pool filter and the hot tub pump draw? Or how often you should keep them running? Thanks for the great content here and on your site!!

I think those hose clamps have hex bolts as well, much easier than a flat head screwdriver.

This is pretty cool...

Very cool

Question, do you keep your pump going during the times the temp goes below freezing and keep the propane off, to avoid freezing lines.

Hi I’ve connected everything per the video and it all works thank you so much. One issue I am having is when I leave the stock tank for a few minutes and then come back it seems the heater even with a full tank of gas and the pump still ruining clicks off and is only pumping non heated water through What gives?? Thank you!

Cool video. I just got my stock tank and am leaning towards going with a heater setup like yours. Do you got through a lot of propane to get your pool heated?

Very Good!!

I'd put the inlet closer to the bottom and the outlet closer to the middle. Since hot water is lighter than cold water it will heat up faster. The way you have it you are hearing warm water instead of cold so it's not as efficient. Other than that not bad. Maybe plumb in some jets.

Great video and idea!! I have bought all the parts from your list and am waiting for delivery- 2 questions: 1) Should the filter be a bit higher up in the tank so it is level and can work optimally? 2) does it matter if the pump is mounted sideways? Thanks!!

Those hose clamps have hex bolts as well, much easier than a flat head screwdriver.

Awesome!!!!!

I am currently preparing to add a stock tank pool into our backyard. Your set up looks like an excellent example to use as a model. Having said that, what size tank is this in your video?

Hello, do these gas boilers have some kind of 20min timer? Or do they run as long as you turn them off?

I had the same issues with the pump. I do like the SeaFlow as well. my SeaFlow had the filter right on the side in-line. Have you had any issues with the gas? I found a 2 stage regulator worked best. But now I’m having issues with the flame going out after about 5 minutes. So I think it needs some sort of adjustment. Which I’m not sure what that is yet…

Love the video and the description links. question: I have a 100 gallon rubbermaid oval stock tank. its so much smaller than the one featured in the video, and I'm curious if the pump, heater and filter could all be smaller and cheaper for such a tank. thanks!

What a great idea! Thanks for sharing 😊

Interesting. Do you think you should have have the inlet come from the bottom because heat rises? Also the service look off of the pump had a gravity restriction. That tube probably should be mounted. What about water freezing in the lines when the system is not in operation?

EXCELLENT Video... but the background (noise) music was interfering with the sound of your voice (volume too low). No need for background music... We just want to HEAR you Clearly, because YOU are a smart man... and very important things to say... Thank you for sharing this video.

Great!!!!

thanks, Ryan, you are genius, what an inspirational project and well-done video, enjoyed all also read all the various ideas comment in this video and got almost all my questions answers what a great forum. now just waiting on my poly tank 1300 gallons here @ ATL to start the projected in the middle of my back deck. most people with big pools don't like how expensive is to maintain it, that's why I like so much this idea ")

Hi, Ryan. The pump you linked is no longer available. There are other options on amazon. What size should I be aiming for? 8 ft. stock pool. Thanks for your time! BTW Your videos are super helpful. Making me feel brave enough to do this on my own. Everyone thinks I'm nuts but I've got this!

I installed base on your great instructions. The heater i have has a shut off valve and shuts off after 15 min, do you know a way to by pass or a heater that does not have a shut off valve. min.

Did anyone else notice that kink in the looped hose of the pump (top right)? That should be cut and connect it in an "S" shape it into the pump.

So I have this exact same set up, but instead i'm using the 8L, 2.11 gpm camplux tankless hot water heater. I have 1 inlet about 1 inch from the bottom of my pool/hot tub on one side and almost directly across I have the supply half way up about 6 inches from the pool pump jet, so that I can circulate the hot water faster. My question is. Since I have a split outside of my hot water outlet going into the hot tub, I want to add a second outlet with the same fitting 5 ft from the first. In theory, more water outlets equals less time to warm up. Will I still have my little 2.11 gpm from both supplies?

Thinking about doing this but connected to a whole house NG water heater to fill it, and a wood fired coil heater to maintain heat while using it. I’m on well water, so draining/ refilling is not an issue.

Hi, I enjoy watching your videos on stock tank pools! Recently, I bought a 150 gallon stock tank. What size Intex pool filter and Camplux hot water heater do you recommend? Thanks.

Wow great video, great explanation, i have a silly question, i finished my stock tank pool a week ago, but mine is a poly tank, is that a no on tryng to heat it up like this? Thanks in advance.

Thanks for the info. Will it keep good and hot in the winter. Thanks again

FYI I have a similar style gas boiler it is a different make and without a exhaust flue the flame will fail due to a sensor in the exhaust outlet....this might be why at half a tank the flame reduces as you say the pressure drops which might be why the boiler will not to heat properly it can't get rid of the burnt gasses fast enough without the flue ....it should be able to turn right down to keep warm....hope helps and fixes the problem...also I'm sure you have seen home made wood heaters for the pool which you could plumb into the pool filter to also maintain temp after heater has done its work......good luck, I'm doing something similar myself so watching others all info helps...love the remote idea..nice video.... also FYI the second type of pump you have is a diaphragm pump which is why its quieter than the other one which from the sound is a gear or impeller style..... if you attach the new pump to solid piece of wood and then to your shed it will reduce the sound greatly too.

Hello. Will the heater automatically turn off if the recirculating water going back to the heater is 100 degrees or more? Thanks for such an informative video!

So we did this set up last year and purchased off your shopping list. The pump keeps over heating any suggestions??

Those pumps get very hot with continuous use. Keep in mind they are designed for use in Boats and camper trailors. Install a 120mm computer cooling fan over the pump to keep it cool. A simple screw through the side of the fan surround will keep it in place. Wire it in parallel with the pump so it spins up when pump is on.

How long does the propane tank last? Are you thinking about adding jets?

Now that summer is coming up it's time for a follow up video! Let us know how this worked through the winter.

Love this setup, just have 1 question, anyway to get jets in the tube, to get that jacuzzi effect?

I love this idea, but have a question. This summer I made a soaking tub in the backyard out of a small stock tank (2' wide by 3.5' lenngth by 2' deep). I beleive that's about half the size of the one in your video (and maybe even more than 1/2 the size). Because it is much small, can I get away with a smaller capacity heater like possibly the 5L 1.32 GPM heater put out by Camplux? Please reply ASAP if possible, since I want to surprise my wife with this hot tub for her birthday this coming week.

If I get the seaflo pump that has the little filter on the side of it do I have to get another filter for my blow up hot tub set up.Im goibgvto grab most of these items here just unsure about the filter. Please Help

How many times would you say you can start it up in the afternoon and enjoy it in the evening per tank? I have a hard time trying to estimate how much propane I would be using with this kind of setup. Wondering if you have any comments on the rate at which you use propane with your experience?

I am using the same pump (Seaflo 33) do you have issues with it getting extremely hot? I know it's not rated to run continuously... It also will get much louder about an hour in and then rapidly turn on and off. I was kinda thinking that since the water heater doesnt have as much of a flow rate it was causing issues. Just checking if you have had issues.

Hi I’ve got a few questions . My stock tank is 8 feet diamètre(720 gallons of water ) . What would be the difference in heating time beteewn the camplux 10L and 16L . If the water temperature start at 55f and I want 105f . on is it running continuously or it’s stop every 15-20 minutes and you have to restart it every time ?

So I've purchased the propane heater but I am curious about the pump. I have read where some people indicate it gets very hot 15 15-30 minutes of continual use. Since the time of this video. Are there other pumps that could be ran for a longer period of time that are quiet? Also. My solution has me (for now ) just having an inlet and outlet hose going into the tub.

i got the pump you have - it stops and stops when it gets hot and then starts back up. It also vibrates quite a bit. Does yours just do the same thing? I was thinking it may be better to go with a submersible pump. They’re also less noisy. What do you think?

Great video! Any concerns on the chemicals in the water damaging the propane heater? I know that Rinnai strictly recommends against it for their propane heaters.

How many hours of operating time do you get while running this full bore out of 1 20lb propane tank?

I’ve liked the video so far but I said out loud, “I like his shirt” lol so I had to like when you made the comment hahaha

Hello do you have the filter pump running same time as the propane heater?

dam good video

Is there any water jets in there to get a little back relief?

How quickly does the temp drop from say 100F to say 30-40 in the winter? Would a thicker insulated cover similar to a hot tub help hold the heat in more? I have natural gas, I am sure I could get a heater like yours that uses natural gas. I’m interested in doing this for sure!

I have the 16L, 4.23 GPM Thermomate heater. I also have a 10’ round stock tank. My water gets up to about 90° then shuts off on the lowest setting. I over road the temperature controller and it boils so I have to shut it off. I’m under the assumption that all hot water heaters made for shower/sink have this controller. Any ideas on a heater that can get a 10’ stock tank up past 105°?

Does the Intex 1500 come with all the hardware connections (inlet and outlet)?

Any updates to this set up? Did you notice your intake hose collapsing under the suction of the pump? Mine is, but doesn’t seem to be causing any problems yet. Thinking about looking for a reinforced hose.

When drilling a hole through metal and attaching any fitting using a rubber grommet(seal) it is beat to file down any sharp edges left from drilling. Naturally occurring expansion and contraction of the metals will, over time, wear to the point the seal needs to be replaced. Simply adding silicone may help short term but ultimately, filing each side of the hole smooth is all that is needed.

i see you have a pool pump and filter would it work insted of using that pump you mounted on the house?

How many times can you heat the tub up with a standard propane tank on average in winter and in summer?

Can you please tell me what kind of hoses your using? Im using the black pond tubing, my issue is when my water pressure pump goes on the pond tubing that is connected to the heater is the part that’s getting sucked up all the way too much pressure where it stops sucking and the water pressure pump gets heated up, thens turns off the heater because there’s no water going through the heater. I feel like I’m not using the proper hoses. Can you please help?

How would you insulate the stock tank so the metal walls aren't aggressively dumping heat?