I think I have posted two or three times, so I though I would say hello. I am going to be doing my fourth kit in two days. It is Jaspers - Dog Snout Stout. First extract kit from them. I am going to add some lactose and Bakers unsweetened chocolate to it. Not sure how much yet. Wish me luck and...
I have used this on the end of the auto syphon: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Trimaco-5-Gal-Elastic-Top-Strainers-2-Pack-11573-36WF/202061360?keyword=5+gallon+paint+strainer
Works like a charm.
I have only used MidWest. They sent me an Auto Siphon with a broken tab on it and they replaced it within a few days. I also broke a bottle capper which they also replaced. Great customer service.