![]() Clear silicone (we felt this was a safer product to use in a pool, but always read all product information and decide for yourself).FLEX Tape (4″ is important to cover the hole).Intex Replacement Hose Adapter (we purchased this to convert from a threaded connection to our 1.25″ clamp style hoses).Intex Large Pool Plunger Valve (we purchased this since the 26005E kit did not come with 2).Intex 26005E (description is correct but the photo is not). ![]() There were tiny pieces of metal after drilling, so we used our shop vac to clean up all the metal pieces inside and outside of the tank. We used a metal hand file to smooth out each hole afterwards. ![]() Our blade was cheap so it dulled on the second hole. Mark each hole with your hole saw blade and a pencil and drill each hole. We placed the inlet hole near the bottom and the outlet hole near the top. Once you find a good place to put your tank ( gives good tips on this), you will need to drill two holes in your tank for your pump with a 70mm hole saw (this size is very important based on the parts we used). They sell their own pool parts and accessories as well. – Not a dealer, but a good resource on all things stock tanks.Hasting Dealers – You might be able to find more dealers near you using this dealer locator.Behlen Dealers – You might be able to find more dealers near you using this dealer locator.Stock Tank House – Serve most of Florida and sell 8, 9, and 10ft stock tanks.stocktankpoolauthority – Serves Texas & Tennessee and sell 8, 9, and 10ft stock tanks.h2o_tankavenue – Serves California, Phoenix, & Vegas and sell a variety of shapes and sizes including the 10ft stock tank.Your local hay and feed store (this will most likely be the most cost effective option).I was warned by my local store that stock tanks in general are no longer made to last like they used to be, but ours seems great so far! The lower the gauge the stronger the tank will be. We have a Behlen brand tank that is 8 feet around. ![]() We got ours from our local feed and hay supply store and had it delivered to our home. Step 1 – Where to buy a stock tankįinding a stock tank is no easy feat! It took me a few months on a couple of waitlists to finally get my hands on one. Let me walk you through how we installed this stock tank pool with a salt water system.ĭisclaimer: Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links, and I will earn a commission if you purchase through those links (at no additional cost to you). They go in almost everyday and have sooo much fun! Oh and let me tell you, this pool is a HUGE hit with my kids. So far we have had no issues, but I will keep this post updated as the years go on. I am writing this post during our pools first season.
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