Watch THIS Before You Build Your Chest Freezer Ice Bath [Cold Plunge]

[@wellnessdaddy]

Check out this video before you build a DIY Cold plunge - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYC6qn2JaJtqmMk

[@zaharafreeman4694]

TLDL: buy a freezer you fit in, dont skimp due to price. get one wo metal on the inside (only plastic). fill the drain hole with sealant to make sure no leaks. fish pump + ozone to sanitze (absolute must) maybe get 2 ozone pumps one on each side. make sure you have a cleaning process streamlined with a strong pump. otherwise your cleaning takes too long at 6 min time stamp. Nail your timer so the temp is the same all the time.

[@kleptoworld]

Thank you for this cause this dude takes ageeeeesss to get to the point

[@mattward5010]

TY!

[@flyingosom202]

completely unnecessary to have two ozone pumps & block your drain hole off. Don't listen to this guy in the video he's still making a bunch of dumb mistakes.

[@jasoncorbett6398]

you could set up a pid temperature controller to turn it off and on instead of using a timer. With pid temperature controller you would set the temperature you want it to turn on at and temperature you would want it to shut off at and it would keep it in that range always

[@MycoTrophic]

Like an inkbird?

[@Adrian-qr4ol]

Inkbird would work perfectly

[@tz7813]

Pay $15 for an Elitech STC-1000. Easy to fit, and worked perfectly now for over 2 years. I set my freezer to switch on at 4 degrees and switch off at 5 degrees. I have a small pool, so I just use the chlorinated pool water, and change it out every month, so no need for a filtration system. Again, zero hassle. I don’t know why anyone would purposefully block the drain plug? Just wrap the outside plug in PTFE plumbers tape, and its completely watertight, but can still be easily removed for draining.

[@kurrankeating7004]

Thanks for the wisdom​@@tz7813

[@ccarmelo1979]

Looked high and low for a foot locker style trunk to store my daughter's dress up clothes. kzbin.infoUgkxRkkpE1_3gMEZ2mPhAt6b2moNCUXyH8tG I had one growing up that I stored my Barbies in and wanted something sturdy like that for her costumes. This arrived really, really quickly and is exactly what I've been looking for. Perfect size, color (pink) and has stood up for nearly a year so far against my kids using it as a chair, stage, and barricade (😬) to keep each other out of their rooms. I'm probably going to order another one for my daughter's Barbies.

[@rolfski1975]

You are my hero! Thank you for the very clear video. This is valuable for people (in The Netherlands in 2023) who are building their cold plunge. 👍👍👍

[@tanodamorire]

Just curious, wouldn't it be better to use the drain system of the freezer to change the water? Why sealing it? Would it leak otherwise?

[@john99776]

Yes, it would probably leak, because you have a couple of feet of water weight pressing down on it. It's only built for nuisance water that may get into a food freezer, not for taking pressure.

[@WafflesAndQuantumQuips]

I hope you found the inkbird temperature sensor now and aren't still guessing with a timer. It's a huge difference!

[@colinbroos5176]

Put a filter on your freezer temperature controller and ozone machine, saves changing the water. I put everything through the lid and it works great. The other thing is use good sealant and l used a water proof 2 pack paint on top of sealant and l have no leaks. Have fun with your cold plunging.

[@jacob1121]

You can also add some epsom salt to lower the freezing point of water.

[@wellnessdaddy]

Nice

[@chrischapple7139]

Why seal the drain? Don’t you need to change the water sometimes?

[@liltuff7303]

No just keep the same water till it's sewage brown then add curry and tumeric an garlic. It kills any bacteria 🦠🧫

[@joshuacharlesdaweactor4300]

That amount of water will leak out of the drain.

[@brucestanley1877]

@@joshuacharlesdaweactor4300accurate. Confirmed this about 5 minutes ago. That’s why I’m here haah

[@john99776]

see above

[@martywemple6126]

I bought a $25 pump that hooks to your drill and a hose, I run the hose from my cold tank to the end of my back yard or the edge of the road (guess it depends where you live etc) but I syphon out the water that way whenever I want and it’s a piece of cake.

[@christopherpothier7021]

Installing the pump and Ozone....can you post a video on your set up?

[@wellnessdaddy]

so many videos already lol 😅

[@JimP419]

For the inside consider the roll on tub refinishing kit available from rustoleum its a 2 part epoxy paint i used it in a water trough tub build and had good results getting a very tough solid finish

[@traingamegain2434]

Is that the black tub paint? I was looking at that. Wished it came in other Color’s

[@JimP419]

@@traingamegain2434 they had white and almond when I did my tub

[@olinattt]

Does it affect the cooling/freezing time of the freezer ?

[@john99776]

Good idea. I used epoxy pond liner, 2 coats. Probably very similar.

[@camwells9726]

I have a great sauna already built in a house I have brought , with a shower just outside the door , in this house the natural water out of the tap is pretty cold , I’m just weighing up how much work / advantages there would be making my own cold plunge as opposed to just having cold showers .

[@john99776]

I don't think they compare. In a plunge you're really surrounded with cold. I keep mine at 39F, but my cold tap water is only 60F. Plus a cold shower just feels horrible while not being as effective. Your experience may vary.

[@sfbret]

The link to your latest freezer recommendation is dead. Can you drop the name and model number here?

[@WanderinWizard]

3:17 Great vid. Don’t go head under the water that makes your body try hard to warm up which shortens the positives of the cold plunge.

[@Jay-fq8uz]

going under is fine, plenty of cold exposure followers do it.

[@uhhZulfurs]

Yeah it makes it easier

[@unloughfulgaming]

Head under at the end for the win

[@Dj42-od6qn]

Head under initially activates mammalian reflex and slows breathing and heart rate

[@lexgarlic780]

If you had to do it all over, would you build your own using something other than a freezer?? Also, if you do paint the inside of the freezer what did you paint it with??

[@Kobe8DaGreat24]

Ugh noooooo. Freezer seems the best if your not outside in ice water

[@john99776]

Epoxy pond liner.

[@jordanrobertson7824]

Could you a temperature controller to just turn the freezer on and off?

[@john99776]

Yup. Inkbird.

[@Kopiscorner]

I had a pond for two adult read ear sliders, makes me laugh when people complain about keeping their ColdPlunges clean, so easy, not dealing with waste.

[@Diehappppy]

Thank you for this video, so helpful.

[@livemorededicated3881]

Real fact speacking right there ! My first one was a mes i build a other one bether freezer and did all jb weld epoxy seam sealling then paint it line x xs305 then change the filtration system i think my next issues will figured out the right system to use for sanytizing and filtration

[@fleurhanley5805]

You mention that a plastic interior is better than metal. Pretty much all of the freezers I have seen are silver inside. But someone said that most look silver but are actually plastic. Is this the case?

[@wellnessdaddy]

It definitely could be, I do not know for sure unless I saw it

[@john99776]

Probably aluminum like mine.

[@MrJeremybowling]

Honestly, at this point it just sounds like it would be easier to purchase one of the cold plunge tubs that had everything available for you for a few thousand dollars

[@kevinpoli475]

Awesome video. My question is why don't we want a drain plug?

[@paullstoneking]

Have you found the temperature stick on the inkbird to be water proof, if not what do you use/do to make it last?

[@john99776]

It seems to keep working fine on mine.

[@TrickmasteH]

Apparently the Ozone generator doesn't work for more then a glass of water from what I've been told. This is not a good purchase to clean the water. There is a JED 203. I accidentally purchased it and it will die very quickly. How long did you use your ozone generator before it died?

[@wellnessdaddy]

mine never died

[@TrickmasteH]

Good to know. I have one. I run it on setting 18. 20min every 4 hour. There is a better model the jed230. But figured I would ask as others were concerned this one would not last or provide enough ozone to kill germs.

[@TrickmasteH]

@@wellnessdaddy Glad to know that, I have spoke with some others that have done these deep freezers and from what I understand this Device does not provide enough "ozone" to barley clean a glass of water, let alone 14cubic ft of water. That is why I asked, some have criticized my purchased of this device & might end up costing me more in the long run having to go get the JED230 anyway since it is more sufficient in cleaning a large body of water like this.

[@livemorededicated3881]

Real fact soeacking right there ! My first one was a mes i build a other one bether freezer and did all jb weld epoxy seam sealling then paint it line x xs305 then change the filtration system i think my next issues will figured out the right system to use for sanytizing and filtration

[@colinharrison4274]

Can you explain more on how to set up the ozone pump? I have a freezer and have to scrub it weekly 😮

[@john99776]

Aqua 6. Set to run 10 min. every 4 hours.

[@ShervinShares]

Thoughts on Ozone generators not being allowed in California?

[@lampy4485]

Buy it outside of your state. Nobody’s going to knock down your door to confiscate your ozone generator

[@farnjokerehis1724]

So waterweld not silicone right?

[@Wisper_SB]

I’m at the store right now leaning on my future cold plunge but you can plug this in with water in it??

[@christinamaffia]

Where is the video where you show how to hook up the pump and temp control?

[@jarrodaltenborg3956]

I got the ozone, water pump, sealant, and timer and I understand that I'll be using the timer to turn on and off the actual freezer, but do you also have a separate timer for the ozone and water pump or how do you turn those on in the night automatically? Thanks

[@john99776]

Good question. Get an Inkbird temp controller instead of a timer. You can set the desired temp directly with that. Get an ozonater that is programmable itself. Set up your electrical cords so that the ozonater always stays on to maintain the program (no wires go to the tub, only ozone). The Inkbird supplies power to the freezer when it needs to. Set up the aquarium pump to stay on, except when you pull the plug to the Inkbird before getting in, when your plug setup will cut the power to the aquarium pump also - thus no electric to the plunge before getting in. Use a separate battery alarm timer nearby to tell you when you want to get out.

[@dailyEARTHcare]

Why are you talking about turning your freezer on and off with a timer if you have Inkbird that does exactly that, starts and stops according to your water temperature?

[@wellnessdaddy]

the inkbird is something I discovered after I made this video that I think is a better option what I originally created

[@CnCstrengthperformance]

So I bought the sealant you have linked but how do I apply it? It’s not like normal silicone sealant?

[@DallasMichaelCyr]

Pardon my lack of understanding. If the water is super cold why would We be worried about harmful things growing in it? Especially if we're getting in and out of it clean each time? And why wouldn't we want to maybe seal around the drain but then close it with a cap so we can still have the drain and just replace the water every couple weeks? Seems that, with the temperature control would be all you would need. 🤔

[@john99776]

Algae will still grow. Ask anyone who lives in Washington state. The drain will tend to leak because of the water weight. Easier to just use a pump to empty the tub versus chasing annoying leaks.

[@QuinnHatfield]

Did you find a big difference between the JB Weld sealant and Food Grade Silicone? I’m replacing a 6yr old freezer that I sealed with silicon and had zero issues.. is it worth the extra effort to use the JB Weld? I’ve seen recommendations for 25-30 tubes at $5 each.. it’s a pretty big expense.. I’m not seeing a downside to silicone, am I missing something? Also- a huge thank you for the videos and taking the time to educate on ice baths.. 🙏

[@tylersingleton7992]

silicone is less toxic

[@MrThehausch]

get 291 sika

[@evanmcdon]

i’m curious too

[@john99776]

That must be a typo. I only used 2 tubes of the water weld.

[@ballardrob1]

Super helpful! Thank you for this. I’m at the beginning of my journey in cold plunges for the health benefits and I’ve been looking at a long term solution as the $100 bath kits seem like cheap but unreliable option since you have to source ice. My main thing is that I’ll have the ability to consistently do it. So this was greatly helpful.

[@john99776]

You are right. The ice method is unworkable in my opinion.

[@atyt1517]

You inspired me How long we have to run 1. ozone generator 2. filter pump (some produce air bubbles, doesn't kills bacteria?)

[@john99776]

My ozonator is set to run for 10 minutes every 4 hours. Seems to be enough to keep it clean. The aquarium filter helps but is probably not enough to keep it clean.

[@dubs2171]

Thanks for tips. ANy quick list of equipment ( freezers, pumps, O3 filters, etc..) new to it and like my cold pod i have to fill with ice however in summer its not ideal

[@john99776]

Marineland Magnum filter, Aqua 6 ozonator, Inkbird controller, any freezer. Transfer pump and garden hose for emptying.

[@lukebard7589]

How has the inside of your chest freezer held up over time? Any rust?

[@wellnessdaddy]

that was for the first beta buyers

[@MakeitwithMitch]

Great video mate. Considering building my own and this was super helpful

[@wellnessdaddy]

happy to help!

[@Supertax2]

So if its not about how cold the water is but just that its cold, wouldn't a cold shower suffice as well?

[@wellnessdaddy]

depending on where you live it could work, but i just love the full body immersion experience of a cold plunge

[@max8141]

Anything that creates the adrenaline response is what you’re aiming for. A cold shower is more than sufficient, yes. Do not stand still in the shower; keep your body moving. It keeps you colder that way, which is what you want.

[@john99776]

But it does matter what temp. And a shower doesn't cover your body like immersion does.

[@godra051]

Do I go for freezer or buy chiller and barrel? Thoughts? Freezer seems cheaper and better option

[@john99776]

It is.

[@byronlalonde9619]

Thank you for posting this. I'm looking to build my own and this is helpful. Liked and subscribed. Be well brother

[@wellnessdaddy]

Thanks man!

[@petertomasovic1772]

I read about the threat of electrocution. What you think about this risk ?

[@mollyg4980]

You unplug it while in use

[@LanceFrericks]

This may sound like a dumb question but, do I need a chiller as well?

[@john99776]

No, the freezer does that.

[@iOwnzNubz1]

So is your vid about making diy plunge from beyond you realized all this stuff?

[@patricksullivan381]

Do you find that your ozone generator does what you need it to do? The website recommends a more expensive model. Trying to determine if it’s legit or just up-selling.

[@sctt5071]

Hi Kyle. I have a Whirlpool with painted metal on the inside and I'm getting specks of rust. Any suggestions?

[@wellnessdaddy]

not sure, definitely worth a youtube search!

[@BeGrizzlyStrong]

Rustoleum paint.

[@john99776]

Pond Armor.

[@FlyingMrRyan]

Which OZone Generator do you recommend because there are 2 on that link and I don't know anything about them?

[@wellnessdaddy]

the pro is more powerful, so I would go with that one. will keep things clean for longer

[@jasonhodge9208]

Hey thanks for the great info, i was wondering your thoughts on just adding chlorine and or salt to prevent bacteria, instead of spending time/money on pump, ozone etc. I was going to just use like a fish tank cleaner that can suck up the dirt but leave the majority of the water. I was going to use the test strips that i would use for my pool to ensure right levels of chloride. Let me know what you think! thanks!

[@jasonunruh9605]

Id never want to do chlorine. I use salt in mine but I also have the pump.

[@joelalderton1411]

chlorine is very bad for you and absorbed by your pores

[@godsmack1716]

I was about to pull the trigger on a 14 cubic ft.....will that be big enough

[@jamesbatten4747]

Hi there, great video. just about to set my freezer up. I'm in australia and i cant find a ozone generator. What do you mean by this?

[@john99776]

Look online. Water purifier ozonator.

[@markcaravella68]

Kyle, I'm looking to purchase my freezer chest. Is the alternative to the metal inside a plastic insert? I'm trying to understand what to look for so there is less sealant necessary. Thank you for your video.

[@JonBorpa]

No I think some freezers just have different wall material. Some have painted steel some are plastic and some have dimpled shiny aluminum. I think it's a good bet that you should probably seal all the seems regardless. I would think that the aluminum ones would be nice but I don't know

[@john99776]

@@JonBorpa Mine is the aluminum. Sealed everything with Water Weld, then 2 coats of epoxy pond liner.

[@virgnthermostat5928]

Why do you need to circulate the water? Wouldn't you go in after taking a shower, empty the freezer once a week, clean it, and repeat?

[@john99776]

Once a week is a hassle. Let the machines keep it clean.

[@virgnthermostat5928]

@@john99776 how?

[@john99776]

@@virgnthermostat5928 see my other comments for details.

[@justinbecker4976]

Do you think it would make a difference if I were to get a freezer that allows for setting the temperature? I'm guessing not, since I'd be relying on the timer to get the temp right.

[@wellnessdaddy]

probably not, let me know how it goes

[@john99776]

No, use an Inkbird controller to set the temp.

[@D1V1DE-Z3R0]

I would love to see a video comparing high end company made cold plunges for sure!

[@wellnessdaddy]

will definitely do that video soon!

[@john99776]

They're WAY overpriced.

[@237amStudios]

Appreciate the video.... I'm going for the 19.8 cubic.. being 6'3....

[@wellnessdaddy]

you're welcome!

[@aaronsouthward]

How do you like the 19.8 cubic? Looking for the same being the same size as you!

[@237amStudios]

@@aaronsouthward I still haven't bought it... I was going a different route with a 300 gallon water tote... still might get the chest though..

[@LordSzabonight]

Even with the Ozone Generator, how often does it need emptying? Also does Chlorine help?

[@tylersingleton7992]

stay away from chlorine, ozone will kill all germs, so will h202 food grade. no bad bacteria or viruses can survive in an oxygenated environment, if you shower and are clean before getting in maybe dump once every month or two if doing daily use.

[@john99776]

A few weeks? Don't use chlorine.

[@Theiliteritesbian]

Which captain planet ring is that?

[@Davidtheinfidel]

is the freezer linked? I don't see it.

[@aerialgrey2566]

Great video man. Thank you.

[@wellnessdaddy]

You are welcome!

[@nicholassalmons9578]

Great video brother and appreciate all the links! Which ozone generator do you recommend? You link to the supplier site but not specific model. thank you!

[@wellnessdaddy]

no problem, and the aqua 6 is the one you want

[@e.m7110]

What you said about temperature is completely false. You want it 40deg or below to reduce inflammation and help muscle recovery. Make sure you get the physical benefits alongside the mental.

[@thefit-family]

No you don’t, you can get the same benefits at 50 but have to be in it longer . Listen to huberman podcast

[@dalibormatejka7624]

Why doesn't anybody use really salty water?

[@jewmenomorev2611]

Why not use the Drain hole.to set up a Filter pump with return hole on the opposite side? Then you can eliminate Ozone nonsense. Anyways how does Ozone minimize dirt and skin from making water contaminated?

[@peterla-anguila5435]

I found a 20cu freezer used for $500 it’s 6 feet long, I’m a tall guy. What should I look out for before buying it used

[@wellnessdaddy]

makes sure it's plastic, or painted on the inside

[@neilroberts9116]

Glad I come across this video so informative and very well explained thank you

[@wellnessdaddy]

You're welcome!

[@Irvingsilk]

appreciate the video brother!

[@danpeterson8388]

Thanks for the video. So I just went to your links and had the pump in my basket on Amazon while I was getting the other items and the last one sold and now months before more come. Can you suggest another pump? thanks

[@john99776]

Look at pet supply stores.

[@jsexton85]

Paint it with what exactly?

[@john99776]

pond armor

[@daconfi1453]

This is so helpful thanks dude

[@wellnessdaddy]

thanks for watching!

[@john99776]

These are good tips, except that I don't think you have good reasons for saying that the temp doesn't matter. I have a metal lined freezer. First I sealed the joints and the drain plug with Water Weld. Then I lined the inside with 2 coats of epoxy pond liner. I keep the temp at 39F with an Inkbird controller, and there is no ice in the water. I use the plunge first thing after getting out of bed, twice a week, for 5 1/2 minutes. The aquarium pump and ozonater work fine and keep the water clean. If I want to change the water once in a while, I use a portable electric transfer pump from Harbor Freight and garden hose to suck all the water out and down my driveway, then wipe the plunge and refill. You are right - if you're going to do cold therapy, you need to have things set up to do it quickly and easily. PS Have all your electrical cords/power, etc. in a nice condensed setup so you can disconnect the freezer, aquarium pump and thermostat by pulling out just one electrical plug before you get in each time. Pull the plug, see the Inkbird go dark, set a separate timer alarm, and get in. Be safe.

[@eliwilhide6578]

Which ozone generator did u get?

[@wellnessdaddy]

the aqua 6 is the one you want

[@eliwilhide6578]

@@wellnessdaddy not the 8?

[@wellnessdaddy]

@@eliwilhide6578 the 8 is better, if you have the budget for it then I would go with that one

[@eliwilhide6578]

@@wellnessdaddy thx bro!

[@eliwilhide6578]

I bought a 19.8 size freezer Boom

[@renesimard1319]

For all who has a pool.. just keep it running all winter ( : That’s what we do here in Maryland. Crush the ice & enjoy the bliss!! All filter components will be safe as long as there’s moving water Enjoy!!

[@bk1896]

cool, but what should I do in the summer when my pool is 85 degrees?

[@liltuff7303]

@@bk1896 just do 71 burpees and 201 baby mama squats then jump in like a 🦘 then it should stay icey. Say less!

[@michaelhanna2104]

Can you have it all setup outside if the electrical stuff is made for it?

[@john99776]

Yes. Mine is outside with a patio roof over it. Just protect the electrical stuff.

[@jkinder3379]

I’ve watched all your videos. I can’t remember did you seal the drain hole?

[@wellnessdaddy]

yes

[@migest4451]

Hey man, what size of freezer would you recomend if I am 5 foot 4? Im cool with curling into a ball a bit

[@wellnessdaddy]

maybe like 9 cu ft

[@migest4451]

Thanks my friend!!!!

[@wellnessdaddy]

@@migest4451 you're welcome!

[@freespirit6369]

Hello.. wonder if you can help.. I'm from Israel and I can only find here a metal interior chest freezer... Is there a way to cover the metal? or is it still OK to use if it's metal? what can you suggest with this type of situation? Thank you so much!

[@traingamegain2434]

I’ve seen people paint it with pond armor

[@john99776]

Water weld seams then Pond Armor the interior.

[@thaitopfitness]

video starts at 1:34 ....bro, that intro was way too long and the camera was way too shaky while you were filming it. Other than that, the content was great, thanks!

[@theryanpineda]

Do I need to do anything to the bottom to make it lay more flat. Did you takeoff the legs?

[@john99776]

I would take off the legs. The water weighs a lot, so all of the bottom should be fully supported.

[@ert1033]

Also u can siphon the water out so you don't need to tip it over. Just an idea. Good video

[@wellnessdaddy]

mmm that is good idea, never thought about that

[@fishhunterjay]

And/or shop vac

[@bryankrouse1653]

I'm not seeing the link to the freezer you recommend.

[@TXPVids]

Click show more under the original post

[@bryankrouse1653]

@@TXPVids It's there now, thanks. Wasn't there when I posted.

[@godra051]

Im 6.4ft is 15.9 cu.ft big enough? Not sure how big is yours

[@john99776]

Find a floor model to sit in.

[@shawnwatson6171]

Hi Kyle, great video. What do you think about adding hydrogen peroxide as well to assist with keeping the water cleaner longer?

[@wellnessdaddy]

not sure, could be good! give a test, lmk how it goes!

[@davidweatherington1010]

Greetings and thank you for the awesome content. Quick question...My 14.8 chest freezer is arriving with coasters/wheels. Will they be okay with the added weight? Thanks!

[@wellnessdaddy]

hard to say, a full plunge with water is around 700 pounds, so maybe not. hope it helps

[@data-science-ai]

I made a platform for mine so that the weight was distributed equally. I cut out space in the platform so that I could keep the wheels on but also that the weight was off of the wheels. I would not be distributing the weight of the cold plunge on the wheels. It's dangerous and you could damage the freezer unit.

[@BrazBlue]

how did the wheels go, i did some quick density load calcs for 14.8 cubic feet of water/human body you will have up to 900 pounds inside the freezer, plus 100-200 pounds for the freezer. i would want the wheels to be rated for 300 pounds per minimum. and realistically 500 pounds per wheel rating to accept shifting weight as you get in and out.

[@john99776]

@@BrazBlue The strength of the wheels isn't the problem. The weight could be too much for the freezer bottom unless the entire bottom is supported.

[@kidstalent6575]

Is that safe?

[@BB-iw4ql]

Hey , so the chest freezer that I’m eyeing right now has a built in temperature control , is that a good or bad thing ?

[@john99776]

Just put it on medium setting. That would be colder than a cold plunge, but it's the Inkbird that will turn it off at your temp setting.

[@gabrielpatrick9189]

I put one in, is it normal for the back to get to 130 degrees. Its a frigidaire

[@john99776]

Yes, it will be hot until it gets the water cold.

[@aaronlevy6783]

Love the diy vids for the ice bath. Due to space I don't know if i can fit a 14.1 cu ft freezer. In your opinion could you fit in a 7 cu ft semi comfortably ?

[@wellnessdaddy]

you could fit, but it'd be tight, I'd say go a little bit bigger if you can

[@BeGrizzlyStrong]

Trying to figure out the same. Goal isn't to be comfortable. Lol. Nor is the time spent long. I'd say 10-12cu ft is necessary unless you're a very small person.

[@aaronlevy6783]

@@BeGrizzlyStrong so I settled with a 14 cu ft freezer. I probably could fit into a smaller model but the issue is the material they use. It's aluminum panels that can shift during cold temperatures and let water through even if it is sealed. 14+ have the white painted interior which adds an extra layer. Just what I have found researching.

[@aaronlevy6783]

@@BeGrizzlyStrong the issue with smaller freezers is the aluminum panels can shift with the water weight and temperature. The 14 cu ft and above usually painted white has material that seems to be better suited. I just finished a modification of my own with this size and it has been working great!

[@BeGrizzlyStrong]

@@aaronlevy6783 you answered me twice! Lol. Appreciate the insight on material.

[@TXPVids]

For some reason , the frigidaire model you recommend is out of stock everywhere I look. It's difficult to find anything with similar specs.

[@TXPVids]

Turns out the factory was temporarily closed due to COVID-19.

[@Theiliteritesbian]

I bought an ice machine on ebay for $152. It makes 40-50lb of ice a day. I keep it in the guest bathrrom as there is plenty of space and a bathtub. Boom - cold plunge. I think most people are overthinking the cold therapy. Just get cold for as little money as possible bc you do not look cool spending hundreds, thousands, or tens of thousands of dollars to get cold. You instead look like someone who is easily manipulated by the fad of the year. For the record I can certainly afford any of those cold plunge options - or i can take my family to Hawaii in February for a similar price. Ice it is. Be smart. Nice ring.

[@john99776]

You can afford anything except an engineering degree. You will quickly pay more for ice than a DIY cold plunge.

[@jasonunruh9605]

Whats the point in the ozone machine? I took your advice and got everything you suggested. I even spent 1400$ on a Frigidaire 25 cu ft chest freezer(all i could find around me) and it seems to me the ozone machine creates a green layer. It collects on the sides and i can wipe it off with a paper towel(kinda). Only thing i can think of thats causing it. I put about 10lbs of salt in mine so it cant be algae. This didn't appear till after i put ozone machine in water. I had it set to run 5 mins every 4 hrs. Never noticed anything green on the sides. Then set it to 30 mins every 4 hrs and next day it was green all on the sides. So what's the point in the ozone machine?

[@john99776]

Are you running the aquarium pump constantly? What temp is the water? Start over and leave out the salt - it may have contained some contaminant.

[@josh9894]

You do not need a pump. Just water tight the plug with a rubber grommet, it’s easier and cheaper to buy a small rubber ring than lots of electronics.

[@john99776]

That drain is just for nuisance seepage. Wait till you try to use it to drain that amount of water.

[@laceymarie6839]

So I made this and the freezer is hot on the outside… like really hot… I know they can feel warm but hot???

[@wellnessdaddy]

yes they get very hot

[@john99776]

It will stop when the water is cold.

[@emilwalker9328]

Thanks for these videos, they've been super helpful! I bought the Frigidaire chest secondhand and it seems to heat up a lot when cooling, have you had this issue at all? I know they're support to heat up as they absorb the heat from the inside but mine seems to get almost too hot to touch!

[@georgefrank7468]

Just made mine yesterday and woke up this morning and was hot to touch also. Is it safe to keep going you think?

[@wallacelux]

I had the same issue !!! I just bought an auto off thermostat hoping that will auto govern the on off and hopefully it’ll cool down 😮

[@georgefrank7468]

Update, once it gets to temp it cools right down. It just gets really hot if you cool it from room temp. I dropped a couple of bags of ice in to speed up the process and this worked really well

[@john99776]

No worries. After it gets cold that will be over.

[@sideshowbob1776]

Should have used Teflon tape on the drain plug so you can still use it.

[@DanHovarter]

5k sounds like a deal. Ordering Cold Plunge now

[@UFOBrad]

Any update on this? How long can you go with the ozone generators without changing the water?

[@wellnessdaddy]

probably about a month

[@iOwnzNubz1]

@@wellnessdaddy woe. And you just fill it with a hose?

[@iOwnzNubz1]

@@wellnessdaddy do u ever have to clean the inside with a scrubber?

[@john99776]

@@iOwnzNubz1 Just wipe out some minor algae maybe