Sterlite 16 qt container x2 = 6.00
Foil Tape, small roll = 5.00
3 ft 1/2 ID vinyl tubing = 1.50
Hot Glue Gun = 8.00 (@ Harbor Freight)
Weatherstripping = 5.00 (?)
air pump from wally world = 6.00
airstones from wally world = 6.00
air line from wally world = 2.00
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approx cost from scratch = 39.50

Most hydro folks will already have spare parts and tools already, so here is what it cost me to build.

My Actual Costs:
Sterlite 16 qt container x2 = 6.00
3 ft 1/2 ID vinyl tubing = 1.50
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cash spent on my build = 7.50

upgrades (added aquarium heater) = 7.50

MVP :jointsmile: