Recent content by acfixr

Thanks for the quick reply's. Unfortunately, I had already started the d.w. when I posted my question, so the dozen will have to be later.

Getting ready to bottle my first batch. I have read alot about sticking the bottles in the dishwasher and running it to sanitize the bottles. Only problem is, I can only get a case and a half in the dishwasher. Can I stick my newly sanitized bottles in the case they came out of upside down...

After finally getting by burner problem solved, getting my brand spanking new aluminum pot "aged", and deciding that being up half the night was what I was going to have to do, I finally put my first batch in my primary and put the airlock on!!! :mug: Hopefully, I have not screwed things up...

Thanks BenDover and bdnoona! Tape applied and zip ties zipped! Yup, removed a bunch of flash as well. Ok, so my next question is: is it ok for the flame to hit the bottom of the pot, or do I need to keep the flame just below the pot? I know, go look it up, and I'm gonna. Just thought I...

In my search for a 20+ qt pot, I came across a turkey fryer kit at Wal Mart. I think it is a knock off of the Bayou Classic. The problem I have is that it will not stay lit. Being a total noob, did I just put down 40 bucks for an aluminum pot and a bunch of scrap metal? Also, it has a 20...

Hi! Apparently, I was better last year than I thought I was. Santa left me hb kit under the Christmas tree!! I can remember my Father brewing a bunch of beer when I was growing up and I have always wanted to give it a try. Sooo... I got a beer kit under the tree as well. After reading...