Recent content by dwinfiel

For those who have used a window A/C unit to create a walk-in cooler, how often does the A/C unit run? I have an old commercial kegerator and I am attempting to use a 5000 btu window A/C unit to replace the cooling unit (similar to what is used for walk-in cooler builds). I have removed the...

I have only been kegging for 6 months. For simplicity, I use the same tubing for both CO2 and beer. From Amazon: ATP Vinyl-Flex PVC Food Grade Plastic Tubing, Clear, 3/16" ID x 5/16" OD, 100 feet Length . It is food grade and good up to 55psi. It is clear, so I can see if beer is backing up...

I am still not great at siphoning from primary. I have used both buckets and carboys. If your bucket is white like mine you should be able to shine a bright flashlight through the side of the bucket and be able see under the surface some (while looking from above). The last beer that I racked...

The few that you do put in the fridge, it is best to put them in a few days before you plan to drink them to allow the yeast to compact to the bottom of the bottle. Also, when pouring it is best to pour slow and leave the last 1/4in in the bottle (unless you are making something like a...

Jasper's (http://www.boomchugalug.com/) offers all of their kits in both extract an all grain. I have only done their extract kits, but they have turned out good for me. They also sell on Amazon, but it seems like they only have the extract kits on Amazon. I have this on tap right now and it...

When I started looking it seemed the rule of thumb is to assume a usage of 1lb co2 per batch when force carbing and serving. I just started kegging (still emptying my first keg), I got a 5lb tank with a used dorm-sized kegerator. The 5lb tank still had some gas in it but not enough for my...

I would say definitely check craigslist for deals. I was able to score a dorm fridge sized kegerator with 5lb co2 tank, regulator, and 5 gal keg for $85! Only problem is it is missing the tap, but I figure for $85 the parts are worth more than that. I purchased a Perlick Faucet with 4" shank...

How about a Brewometer http://brewometer.net/products/brewometer?

I am relatively new to home brewing and have just been using an Ice/Water bath to bring my wort to pitching temps. I have only been doing extract brews, boiling 2-3 gal and topping with cold water. I have seen discussions of using a glycol chiller with a pump to circulating glycol through a...