Recent content by D2T

Well, I got back on the brewing bus but I noticed the relief valve on one of my corny kegs isn't sealing right. I gunked it with some keg lube and that quieted her up, but I was looking into getting replacements. Two questions: -Best place to get them? -What kind do I get? Micromatic has a...

Various keg relief valves...

Various keg relief valves...

Various keg relief valves...

I only briefly skimmed everyone else's replies, so if I'm repeating sorry (too early to read much). I had similar issues with my stir plate when I first tried it. My fan was positioned too low in the enclosure. Moving it up fixed everything.

Foam is your friend. I just did my first batch using Starsan yesterday and I can tell you that my IPA is bubbling away happily.

I don't carry it just by the handle when it's full. Other hand underneath to keep all the stress off the neck.

I still use glass and haven't had any problems. But I also don't drink much while I'm brewing, have handles for all my carboys (before that, milk crate), make sure not to fill them with hot liquid, etc. I think they're relatively safe if the proper precautions are taken. Now, having said...

I just bought a gallon from here $34.95 + shipping. $20 was a steal!

My Accidental IPA. One of my staple brews.

"Accidental" IPA 14-B American IPA Size: 4.96 gal Efficiency: 80.0% Attenuation: 84.3% Calories: 209.22 per 12.0 fl oz Original Gravity: 1.064 (1.056 - 1.075) Terminal Gravity: 1.010 (1.010 - 1.018) Color: 11.4 (6.0 - 15.0) Alcohol: 7.05% (5.5% - 7.5%) Bitterness: 51.37 (40.0 - 60.0)...

Stay safe. Thank you for serving. I work with a lot of you guys (civilian working for the Army) and I'm constantly amazed by what you all do.

I'm in Morristown. Welcome!

Well, looks like I was right about the washer: http://stores.kegconnection.com/Detail.bok?no=131 I don't think teflon is necessary though, since the pressure on the washer would seal the line internally to the threading.