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Old 02-08-2012, 11:10 PM   #1
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Has anyone used any of these? Like this:

http://www.minibrew.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_ id=6

I've seen that one for under $200. Seems like a nice setup for the money. The next one up has a place for a thermometer. Not as nice as the SS conicals, but seems like a decent in-between setup.

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Old 02-08-2012, 11:58 PM   #2
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Has anyone used any of these? Like this:

http://www.minibrew.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_ id=6

I've seen that one for under $200. Seems like a nice setup for the money. The next one up has a place for a thermometer. Not as nice as the SS conicals, but seems like a decent in-between setup.

Thoughts?
Check out:
http://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/super-simple-15g-plastic-conical-276378/

http://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/15-gallon-fermentor-table-build-223291/
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If it were me and I was going to spend 200+ dollars I would keep saving and get a SS conical that will last forever.. pass it down to the kids, grand kids, etc.
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I picked up the 8gal model here used for $80. It has sat in the corner of my brew room ever since! I haven't been able to figure out a way to control the temps on it, so until I do, there it will sit. I'm a stickler for temp control and if you are also, figure something out before you buy it.
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I picked up the 8gal model here used for $80. It has sat in the corner of my brew room ever since! I haven't been able to figure out a way to control the temps on it, so until I do, there it will sit. I'm a stickler for temp control and if you are also, figure something out before you buy it.

I'll give ya $100 for it. I can probably even come get it (I'm in Westchester).



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