I know it's a fairly common problem, mine did it end of this summer. I use my cooler as a cooler, and I know some people don't. I was going to make an aluminum replacement for mine, TIG'd and powdercoated white. Utilize factory drain, screw holes, etc. Any interest in this? I know the factory replacements are ridiculous and they all meet the same fate.

I have two of the AO soft side coolers and love them. They hold ice forever and have a life time warranty. Got them both with custom lettering.