Easy DIY STOCK TANK POOL

We've seen a lot of really great stock tank pools out there and trust us when we say ours isn't the fanciest stock tank pool but it's definitely one of the easiest and most cost effective. We also had a ton of fun with the project! Adding a stock tank pool to our RV oasis has made these South Carolina summers a lot more bearable. Join us as we show you how we made our stock tank pool, the necessary steps you will need to make yours, and how you can make it simple yet extremely functional. 3 years later and we are proud to say that the stock tank is still holding up, would highly recommend!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:18 Meet Freddie...or maybe Bob?
1:30 Picking up our stock tank
3:03 How to prevent rusting of your stock tank
3:44 Level your site
4:04 Landscape how you choose!
4:58 Attach your filter pump
6:21 How to drill your holes for the filter pump
8:57 We couldn't find an outlet strainer...our quick fix!
11:00 How we built our bar!
12:42 Build a step
13:35 Finish the day strong
Stock Tank Parts You Need:
Intel C2500 Above Ground Pool Filter Pump: amzn.to/3yWmZ6E
Intel Above Ground Pool Plunger: amzn.to/3yyvovE
Intel 10 - Foot Round Pool Cover: amzn.to/3byVIOT
Intel Inlet Replacement Kit: amzn.to/3deBgn6
Chlorine Float: amzn.to/3QxlORu
Replacement Pool Filter: amzn.to/3yDXaYi

[@sacp2273]

Add a solar pool heater. Two, learn about baking soda for pool use. Three, maybe look into a cordless stick vac to keep the bottom tidy. Great job!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

All three topics have been added to my “too do” list for this weekend! Thanks for the tips!

[@Fightingbluebirdfarm]

Hilarious! Welcome to the stock tank pool Nation. You are absolutely right about the chlorine and rust. I have had my pool for 3 years with Goldie, floating chlorinator and no rust. Enjoy, nothing better than a float!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Nothing better than a float! Glad to hear your tank is holding up well. Ours is looking great one year later 🙃

[@Two_Wheel_Yeehaw]

I've been watching stock tank pools for about 3 hours now and yalls is the most informative!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Glad we could come to help! It was probably Sam’s himbo energy. 😂 Good luck with the project!

[@linnhudson4908]

Oh to be young, yall make a good team.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks Linn! Age is just a number. 😎

[@johnlesko7403]

Your videos brighten my day and are quite informative too. Love your DIY inventiveness.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Comments like this brighten our day! ☀️ We appreciate you hanging with us. Have a great day John! ✊

[@ElmoUnk1953]

Great Video, Lots of Fun!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks Andrew! Now it's time for you to go make yourself your own stock tank pool!

[@jamieceazar]

Y'all are a trip! I have a 2019 AS Globetrotter 27FB. Love Airstreams! Love what y'all are creating! Keep up the fun videos. Great job on the Stock tank pool.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

You’re a trip Jamie! Thanks for taking the time to send such positive vibes. We really do appreciate it. Enjoy that Globetrotter! Take care! 😎

[@ceschinger]

You two are a great combo …always brings a smile 😊 Looking forward to your next project 🦩🦩

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks for the nice comment Connie! Making us blush over here! 🙃

[@trinahill4683]

You two are adorable, too much fun. Love your video.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks for the wonderful compliment Trina! It brightened our day 😎

[@BRAV-lm6xk]

I just bought the flamingo float! Thanks for the Amazon link. My wife will love it

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Yay! Next important step…. select your flamingos name. 🦩

[@Goldengirl56]

Ya'll are both amazing. Great job!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thank you for making us blush this Monday morning! Cheers!

[@cathalina11154]

I'm doing a stock tank pool too. Good tips and you both make it so much fun watching!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Have a fun time with the project and enjoy your pool!

[@somedayistodayrv]

Great DIY video. Enjoy the water. Take care.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks for the support Dave! ✊

[@StephSH]

You guys do such a great job making entertaining videos 🥰

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thank you Steph! Thanks for sticking with us since the very beginning! ❤️

[@rw7600]

Pure Awesomeness!!!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

We are TOTALLY biased be we agree! Thanks for sticking with us R W! ✊

[@priscillanilla5598]

I'm looking into one of these pools! Great vid!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Let us know if you end up doing it! It was so easy and very fun to make, plus we kept it simple and that's what we're all about! Can't wait for it to warm up a bit more so we can dive back in!

[@janetswope5695]

What the heck???? Where have you people been in my life? I just found you and instantly subscribed! I love you guys!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

What the heck Janet??? Stop making us blush! Thanks for finding us! 😊

[@Campzzyzx]

Friendly reminder to provide a small escape float and ramp for anything that accidentally gets in.

[@markb8954]

Wow, what a great open space behind your plot of land! Probably pretty hot & humid in July & August!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

The view makes our morning coffee much better but you’re right about the summer heat and humidity… July and August we have to make it a cold brew ;)

[@markb8954]

@@ALittleBitUnhitched I’ll bet it’s hot & steamy. Same here in Maryland - 90 plus the high humidity is killing me. I’m looking at a 300 gallon rubbermaid stock tank at Tractor Supply right now. It’s about $320.00. You guys did a nice job on your design and video production as well.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

@@markb8954 Thanks Mark! It’s worked out great. We actually spent most of today hanging out in our pool and it was 🍻👌😎

[@goducgo]

We have one. So easy to do.

[@PrettyGoodLookin]

I would put some noise dampening structure around the pool pump.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Interesting! Our pump is pretty quiet, have you had issues with yours being too noisy?

[@PrettyGoodLookin]

@@ALittleBitUnhitched I heard it ( pump ) running in your video. One day you might want it quieter.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

@@PrettyGoodLookin Gotcha! Thanks for bringing this to our attention!

[@TrailRunning-CampingYeti]

As always love the way you guys do your videos. I had 0 interest in the topic or seeing this pool being done. Next thing I know, the video is over and lots of good info and laughs - and it came out great! Very refreshing the way you guys communicate topics and really enjoy - coming from a AS owner :)

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

You had “zero interest in the topic” yet you watched the whole thing. How legendary! 😂 Your comment made us laugh Jason. Thanks for watching and also, great beard! ✊

[@TrailRunning-CampingYeti]

@@ALittleBitUnhitched thanks and keep doing what you guys do... super refreshing content and presentation #beardon lol

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

@@TrailRunning-CampingYeti #Airstreamon #KZbinon #beardon

[@thatguy1866]

Loved this stock tank pool video….about to start mine and I’m trying to duplicate everything you guys did…watched tons of videos and you guys are my fav…hopefully if I have any questions maybe you guys can give me some tips if I run into any problems thanks

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

We love to hear it! Definitely give it a whirl! This was such a simple project and let us tell you, we already have it filled and are enjoying our pool for the second summer in a row with now issues! Cheers to cooler summer days! Keep us posted on your progress!

[@MJ-vf8kh]

I jus started my 1st build after alot vid watching wish I started here 1st I put link below for the item u looking for I went a flat style inlet valve basically cus I didn't want to have it stick out into tub jis me but it work perfect

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Good luck with the project! We don’t see the link you left but we really appreciate the information! Cheers 😎

[@markj10]

Haha…If you happen to add another rv pad on your property I would absolutely love to join you, but I will require a wrap around deck for my Airstream, don’t worry I’ll by the beer 🍺. But seriously amazing job on what you’ve done to the property!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Sounds like a deal! 😂 We’ve talked about putting in another pad many times but if we do it will definitely be BYOD (bring your own deck). Hopefully that’s not a deal breaker. Thanks for hanging with us Mark! ✊

[@markj10]

@@ALittleBitUnhitched Throw in some free dentistry and it’s a deal😁

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Wow, you really know how to wheel and deal Mark! 😂

[@lyndsayprovencio8392]

I enjoy these. And am also wondering what time of year is the best to visit to soak in the pool, drink the beer, and play ball with Fenton?

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Literally all the times of the year Lyndsay. The time is always right! 🫶🏼

[@cindydavidson3121]

We are starting ours as well.. love your energy. But adding solar heater we live in Montana…

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Good luck with the project Cindy! We love Montana 😎

[@LuvSubbin]

Sam is easily the sharpest dressed man on the internet!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

I’m sorry I sweated so much in your shirt guys!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Also… was that a ZZ Top reference?

[@LuvSubbin]

@@ALittleBitUnhitched Of course! There's no such thing as a bad 80's video reference. If ZZ Top were still doing videos today, we bet they would use an Airstream instead of that red street rod...

[@rvpark8327]

Smelly Cat rendition😂👍

[@rrojahn]

Now just train Fenton to fetch beers from the trailer...although you will have to teach him how to work the AS door latch. Hummm...maybe just rock, paper, scissors for the next beer run!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

If a beer looked and smelled like an old tennis ball, Fenton would be the best beer fetcher of all time. Fortunately AND unfortunately for us it doesn’t… so we settled for placing a cooler within arms reach so we can stay hydrated with minimal effort. 😂

[@lau9404]

Great video as usual ! What are you going to do with the water when winter comes ? Just keep it in the tank if no free zinc temperature ? I’m considering this for our small moutain house in Corsica but we don’t live there all year, and I don’t want to just spill all the chemicals on the ground with the water… (which also is forbidden )

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Great question! We haven’t done this yet, but our current plan is to stop adding chlorine a month before we would ever need to drain it but keep the pump functioning as normal for that duration. We do our best to not go overkill on chemicals the way it is. Best of luck with the project Lau!

[@ElmoUnk1953]

13:52 I’m a psychopath.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

We still like you, even though you like that sauce that we do not speak of.

[@ElmoUnk1953]

@@ALittleBitUnhitched 🤪😂🤣

[@glindacholak2205]

Y’all did a great job!!! I was wondering if y’all used well water? We would be using well water and would the pump, filter, chlorine tabs make it that crystal clear???

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks for the kind words! We use well water and our pool is clear as can be. Have fun! 😎

[@halfheartedhomestead1909]

It depends upon what type and level of minerals in the well water. My well water works fine.

[@GoodwillCriminalsOfDallas]

Before you set the gaskets fully in place, get some vaseline and coat both sides. It will preserve the rubber for a long time!

[@robertjames-life4768]

Actually Vaseline is a petroleum based product and can degrade some rubber based products

[@BRAV-lm6xk]

Don’t use Vaseline. Get some pool and spa gasket and o ring lube from Amazon or the pool store. It’s cheap and won’t degrade gaskets like Vaseline

[@GabrielleBryan]

What kind of plants did you put around your pull? Do they help with bugs or just privacy?

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Hey Gabrielle, it’s called zebra grass. Solely put it up for the purpose of privacy. 👍🏻

[@williampearce8839]

Does the water get super hot in the summer time? Small amount of water in a metal tub seems like it would turn into a hotub basically. Curious about cooling it off.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Great question William. Our water stays cool through the summer in South Carolina! Haven’t had any issues at all with the water getting too hot. 👍🏻

[@rageintothelight]

I wish my guy knew how to use power tools but he isn't very good at those things..maybe I will do this project all by myself!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Really all you need is a drill! We believe in you! ✊

[@emilyalongio1660]

Can I ask how you are running power to it? We are looking at putting a stock tank pool in, but it won't be right by a power source.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Originally we just had an extension cord that we would connect every time we ran the pump. This season we are tapping into a nearby outlet and running an underground wire. Have fun with the project!

[@lordaca807]

Amazing video and pool! No kegerator in the bar?Imagine only needing a glass to enjoy the night. You can totally cut a hole with a screwdriver and hammer, have you not had to open a can without an opener before? My wife and I want to buy a hot tub because Northeast Alabama is the coldest place we have lived.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks for the great comment as always John! How on earth did we overlook the kegerator?? Assuming we can tap the keg with a screwdriver and a hammer too? 😂

[@lordaca807]

@@ALittleBitUnhitchedlol, Do you want to make that video of opening a keg with a screwdriver and hammer? I think that would waste lots of cold snacks.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Will def get that on video for you John. Protective eyewear is a must! 🙃

[@andrewgunter6534]

I have a question about RV living on your land. Most places don't allow full time living in an RV, even on your own land. Is it ok to live full time in your RV where you live? Any tips on "getting away" with living on your land in an RV? Thanks for the videos!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Hey Andrew, we are on county land where there are no specific restrictions against it, so we’ve been able to hide in broad daylight. Many city regulations do prohibit it so we focused our search outside city borders. Always take into account the cost to install utilities if you are considering vacant land. Other than that… maybe plant some fast growing trees? Good luck! 😎

[@dubya5]

drill slow with metal and use oil

[@kimhampton9424]

You guys must of taken classes at one time on making content and editing. Fun, good entertainment, humorous and informative. By the way from my experience with boats if you attach anything to the pool be careful of the disimular metal thing if you use screws or bolts. Stainless will react with steel causing a corrosion point.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

No classes, just made enough poorly edited videos to learn from the mistakes! 😂 Thanks for the comment and the great pointers Kim. It’s great to have a boat expert in the house!! Happy Sunday ✊

[@richardjohnson1420]

Oh my God, are you guys on I 77 going east I’m going west at 3:50 may 11 #EscapePod

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Wasn’t us Richard! Must have been our celebrity look alike???

[@richardjohnson1420]

@@ALittleBitUnhitched I swear, are you guys need to make an email up on your KZbin channel for meet ups cause I think that’s three times I’ve gone through South Carolina.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

@@richardjohnson1420 we’ve talked about hitting an RV convention this year. It’s crazy but we’ve never been to one yet!

[@wwormald]

What about the heater?

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

It’s still summer Wayne! Winter is future Lauren and Sam’s problem. 😂 But in all seriousness, great suggestion… we’ve definitely talked about it.

[@mario3804]

Really like the simplistic pool, I wanted to add some insight. Your pool is very small you might only need to run your pump for five to six hours. Three things that you need to worry about your water is alkalinity, PH and Chlorine. You keep those within the recommendation you’ll be good. Also get a small nylon brush that keeps the algae from forming. Also saw this skimmer which is awesome to pick up any debris kzbin.infoQhaVMJ66KME?feature=share Take care and good luck with your projects.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Thanks for the great insight!

[@greghanson5864]

The pool is the reference point. That which comes into the pool comes through the “inlet”. That which leaves the pool is going out, ergo it must leave through the “outlet”. OK, who won that one?

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

You won that one Greg! Thanks for clearing it up for Sam. Sometimes it takes him a little while… but that’s why we love him! 😂

[@KevinPauba]

ummm, at 3:33 I think your flamingo passed gas in the pool. Was he the first?

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Haha! We had to rewatch that part a few times. Freddy was definitely first 😎

[@sjcampbl]

So you have to add muriatic acid to reduce the ph. But, you also have to add baking soda (sodium bicarbonate, or whatever) to raise the alkalinity. This has the side effect of raising the ph, so you have to add more acid. I don’t get it. Maybe that’s just my pool. Lol. Have fun!

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Sounds like a great science experiment if you ask me. I made Sam sit out in the pool for 4 hours to test the water…and he didn’t break out in a rash… so we must be doing something right. 😂 Thanks for the great comment as always Shawn. Have a great week!

[@I-hate-youtube797]

It’s so tiny tho it’s more like a large bathtub then a pool. Still cool tho

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Great for cooling off on a hot day!

[@stevepesut5304]

Ballpark figure for the cost of your pool,please.

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

Probably close to $1000 with everything included. Good luck!

[@parisehebert2398]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ALittleBitUnhitched]

😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@danfischer518]

Phlegmy voice. Lol