So, I wanted to make a more affordable option than the modtub especially since they are 12 weeks back ordered. They come in at about $3,000. So if you are interested in a build like this, I’m posting here to help you. Let’s get to parts and total cost.

•Grizzly 400 Cooler- $1,237 Shipped

•Grizzly Torrent Twist™ Plug with Hose Connection-$10 (add at checkout)

•Active Aqua Chiller 1/4HP (Amazon) -$600 (prices have gone up since I bought mine)

• McMaster-Carr Bulkhead- $38 side note you will need a 1-5/8” hole saw for this specific bulkhead

•1-5/8” hole Saw (Amazon) - $20

•Danner 1200 pump (Amazon)- $139

•Pentair water filter housing - $44

•Filter housing bracket(Amazon) - $13

• Filters 2pk (Amazon) - $23

•3/4” flex PVC 12ft (used 9-10ft)- $45

•3/4” fittings - $35

•3/4” pipe insulation 6ft (Lowe’s) (x2)-$18

•Oatey purple primer & pvc glue combo pack (Lowe’s) $13

•Oatey 28x30 Washing machine drip pan (Home Depot) -$31 I painted it black

Grand total: $2,266

So I saved almost $800 doing it myself along with most of these builds are on an 8 week back order. It’s up to you if $800 is worth your time.

Credit to wintermute who did this build and posted a step by step guide.

Testing out the cooler when it arrived. I’m 6’ 4” 230lbs

also side note if you want to be able to drain with a garden hose instead of taking the outlet apart you will need one of these

HD 3/4 in. Thread x Hose Nipple $1.67

Placing cooler in the garage where I want it.

All plumbed up and set up! Also, I realized the flag was backwards and as been flipped.