Water holding tanks

rebekwl · Jul 17, 2016

Hi All,

Looking into some new holding tanks for RO/DI and mixed saltwater. Would like 55 gallon barrels if we can find them reasonably priced. Where is the best place to purchase these? Would a Brute trashcan with a tight fitting lid work just as well?

Also, we're thinking of grabbing a large (100 gallon) trough for rock curing and possibly incorporating in into our new sump system down the road.

Looking into either "Tuff Stuff" or "Rubbermaid". Does anyone have pros and cons on either of teh below? Both are the same price, so we're torn on which to buy. They are used for horse troughs so I'm assuming both are food grade containers.

http://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/pr...cts-heavy-duty-oval-tank-110-gal?cm_vc=-10005

http://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/pr...oam-stock-tanks-100-gal-capacity?cm_vc=IOPDP1

TIA!!

tom reilly · Jul 17, 2016

rebekwl said:
Hi All,

Looking into some new holding tanks for RO/DI and mixed saltwater. Would like 55 gallon barrels if we can find them reasonably priced. Where is the best place to purchase these? Would a Brute trashcan with a tight fitting lid work just as well?

Also, we're thinking of grabbing a large (100 gallon) trough for rock curing and possibly incorporating in into our new sump system down the road.

Looking into either "Tuff Stuff" or "Rubbermaid". Does anyone have pros and cons on either of teh below? Both are the same price, so we're torn on which to buy. They are used for horse troughs so I'm assuming both are food grade containers.

http://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/pr...cts-heavy-duty-oval-tank-110-gal?cm_vc=-10005

http://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/pr...oam-stock-tanks-100-gal-capacity?cm_vc=IOPDP1

TIA!!

tom reilly · Jul 17, 2016

northern equipment supply catalogue.

Lionfish Lair · Jul 17, 2016

This is where I got mine from. They don't charge additional shipping for the weight/size, which costs only $9 bucks.

http://beprepared.com/water-barrel-55-gallon-drum.html

tom reilly · Jul 17, 2016

if your in a major city I'm sure there is someone selling used food grade barrels. here they go for about $20. you just have to clean them well.

rebekwl · Jul 17, 2016

Thanks Guys!

That's a great price @Lionfish Lair, I might have to grab a couple from them!

Yes @tom reilly I did find a bunch on the local craigslist site for only $18/barrel, but I'm apprehensive to use them because you never know what they could have been used for previously. Would soaking with vinegar water or bleach water, completely remove any impurities? This approach would be much less expensive, but makes me nervous for sure!!!

jsker · Jul 17, 2016

rebekwl said:
Thanks Guys!

That's a great price @Lionfish Lair, I might have to grab a couple from them!

Yes @tom reilly I did find a bunch on the local craigslist site for only $18/barrel, but I'm apprehensive to use them because you never know what they could have been used for previously. Would soaking with vinegar water or bleach water, completely remove any impurities? This approach would be much less expensive, but makes me nervous for sure!!!

Not bleach for marine use. Food grade means that the plastic will not leach what ever is stored in them in to the plastic. Piclel barrels are perfect for the reason that when curing pickles vinager is used along with salt, garlic and dill.

rebekwl · Jul 17, 2016

Ooooh ok, gotcha! I thought it meant that the chemicals from the plastic wouldn't leach into whatever was being stored inside. So they would be easy to clean then, which is a plus! (with vinegar and NOT bleach)

jsker · Jul 17, 2016

rebekwl said:
Ooooh ok, gotcha! I thought it meant that the chemicals from the plastic wouldn't leach into whatever was being stored inside. So they would be easy to clean then, which is a plus!

Yes they would be easy to clean. Nothing is leached either way or they could not be used for food.

rebekwl · Jul 17, 2016

Ok good, that makes me feel better. After looking around a bit, the used ones I found on CL appear to be the pickle and olive barrels. So they would be perfect!

Lionfish Lair · Jul 17, 2016

Avoid ones that stored oil. Ai yi yi, it's so hard to clean those.

rebekwl · Jul 17, 2016

Lionfish Lair said:
Avoid ones that stored oil. Ai yi yi, it's so hard to clean those.

Oh man, I bet! I'll definitely steer clear if they previously stored oil!!

pelphrey · Jul 18, 2016

I ordered this a few weeks ago, waiting for it to come in-
http://www.ruralking.com/ace-roto-mold-40-gallon-vertical-dome-top-tank-vt0040-18.html

It's strange they charge to ship the 55 gallon, I think because of the height. But you can get the 65 and 75 gallon containers shipped free.

rebekwl · Jul 18, 2016

Nice, thanks! Yea, you're probably right. Of course the taller tanks are ideal for most because they take up less floor space, so let's charge for shipping! Ha!

radiata · Jul 18, 2016

I've always bought my 55g drums from a local supplier of DIY wine & beer making products. The one local to me sells used drums that were previously used for food products. I think the going price is now $25.

rebekwl · Jul 18, 2016

radiata said:
I've always bought my 55g drums from a local supplier of DIY wine & beer making products. The one local to me sells used drums that were previously used for food products. I think the going price is now $25.

Thanks for the tip, I'll see if I can find one in my area!!