15 gallon kettle conversion

mikee · 09-02-2011, 02:02 PM

I'm looking to put a valve on the bottom of my kettle so I can use a false bottom instead of BIAB. The beers I brew are usually so big that BIAB is not really an option. for example right now I have an IPA that Im getting ready to brew and it has 19lbs of grain.

what are the steps and supplies that I need? Oh and I can't weld although if I must I'm sure I can find someone.

Thanks

rack04 · 09-02-2011, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by mikee

I'm looking to put a valve on the bottom of my kettle so I can use a false bottom instead of BIAB. The beers I brew are usually so big that BIAB is not really an option. for example right now I have an IPA that Im getting ready to brew and it has 19lbs of grain.

what are the steps and supplies that I need? Oh and I can't weld although if I must I'm sure I can find someone.

Thanks

http://www.bargainfittings.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=167

**slakwhere** · 09-02-2011, 07:28 PM

if you are installing a bottom drain i assume you aren't direct firing the kettle?

you can also install a drain in the side with a pick up tube to get under the false bottom, that would allow you to still direct fire...