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Old 03-09-2010, 02:43 AM   #1
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I currently have one tap running through the door on my Sanyo 4912. I would like to add a second tap, but since the current hole is drilled in the center, I don't want to drill another off-center hole.

So, my only option is to buy a dual shank, e.g.:

http://www.midwestsupplies.com/4-1-2-dual-faucet-shank.html

Unfortunately, the price of nearly $100 is ridiculous. I searched around and couldn't find anything else much cheaper. Any ideas on where to get ahold of one at a decent price?

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No, that's an extremely specialized item and I've never seen them for less. Even bars don't use them much.

Why not drill two new holes and put a plate over the current hole?


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I agree, drill two new holes, one on each side of the original one, maybe make a backing plate to cover the whole area, it could hide the original hole as well as trim out the new ones.
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How much can fit in a sanyo? If you can fit 3 kegs then just do 3 taps If not then maybe a 3 gallon keg can fit?
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It only has room for two kegs.

That's a good idea about adding a plate in the middle to cover the hole. that's probably the route I'll go.

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