DIY Hot Tub- Part 6: installing the jets

[@RuvimGrinchuk]

Very informative video. I like how you showed what the piping looks like on all four sides of the inside of the hot tub. Can't wait for part 7!

[@matthewchandler2019]

Great video John. You make it all look so easy and do-able! Thank you for your services lol

[@johncoaltrain9485]

To be honest, Gene Trumbull at custombuiltspas.com has been awesome to work with and has shown me everything I needed to know. Check out his website if you’re interested in following suit.

[@dolittle814]

Now that's a hot tub! good job!

[@johncoaltrain9485]

Thanks!!

[@heroknaderi]

Thanks man I appreciate this video. Great job. Can’t wait for part 7

[@heroknaderi]

I’m curious when will you upload the remaining parts. I’m looking forward to watching them👍🤩

[@mattgotsskill]

looking forward to seeing the finished product!!!

[@birrino1]

Nice job!! Could you explain how the light fixture is made water tight?I can’t figure out how it does work! It looks like a 1” pipe comes out of the niche from the back. I can’t find any video explaining this system. Can’t wait to watch next part!

[@johncoaltrain9485]

The LED fixture has a rubber gasket on the back that seats firmly into the light housing. By twisting the light into place, it tightens that gasket firmly into place. Very simple process. I have two lights in my tub and neither one has leaked a single drip.

[@birrino1]

@@johncoaltrain9485 Alright that’s clear, so in your case you will have to bring the water level below the light to change or service, right? I have seen many videos where the bulb is changed without draining the water, must be a different way of installing a light

[@johncoaltrain9485]

@@birrino1 correct. Unless I wanted a geyser in the surround, I would need to drop the water below the light. Luckily, these LED units are supposed to last quite a while.

[@arronbrice]

Great series! Do you have a parts list you could share for the plumbing? I'm looking to retrofit my built in spa with new jets - it just has pool returns now and am trying to figure out what I need to get. I don't have an air line so that for sure is needed.

[@johncoaltrain9485]

I ordered all my parts from a guy named gene who owns custombuiltspas.com. He is a GREAT resource with a ton of experience and advice.

[@danielseddon3177]

Great video! Did you consider running your light conduit above the water line (similar to your air), in case the light seal isn’t 100%? I’m building one now and wondering about this.

[@johncoaltrain9485]

I didn’t think of that. But after a few years, I’ve had zero problems with the lights. Lights are 12v and blower is 220. So I took a little more precaution with the blower. :)

[@danielseddon3177]

@@johncoaltrain9485 ha ha, yes I guess the 220v is more worrisome :)

[@Bsha420]

Awesome man, exactly what I needed to know so far before i eventually attempt to do it myself. One question I have is did you use rebar in the concrete block walls and if you didn't why not?

[@johncoaltrain9485]

No rebar in the walls. Generally speaking, the concrete alone is more than sufficient for this water pressure. I believe the book I’m working off of (custombuiltspas.com) only recommends rebar in walls if the walls are over a certain height. (I can’t remember the specifics, but STRONGLY encourage you to get the book if you’re planning on building your own!)

[@davidbotsford5598]

How much did this cost you in total ? Great hot tub

[@marekkowalewski6874]

Where is the filter install , do you have video plumbing installation?

[@johncoaltrain9485]

My next upload will be an overview of all the components on the exterior. (Including the filter.) Hang tight!

[@chavoyhenry6636]

What did it screw into thats what I'm here trying to figure out the hole time

[@belatoth3772]

Thank you:)

[@mcspad]

York 😂 down the road from me

[@eddiet3026]

Is there a parts list anywhere?

[@johncoaltrain9485]

Custombuiltspas.com provided me with everything I needed.

[@korvkorv532]

Jets like these could be used like swim jets in a biological "conventional" pool (DIY)?

[@mariooquendo6827]

John great video but the audio was terrible

[@johncoaltrain9485]

Sorry