Recent content by NYCHopper

Great, thank you all for the replies! chitowngator - yep, I'll be using a stir plate for the starter. Should help me get the cell count up I guess. kombat - thanks that's really helpful. Sounds like it might make sense to drop the fermentation temp a few degrees? Either way, will be sure...

Hey everyone, I'm planning to undertake my first lager this week and wanted to run the process and recipe by the experienced lager pros on the board. The wiki and other posts were extremely helpful. Hopefully I'm on the right track, but figured it's better to ask now than realize in 4 months...

Thanks for the informative posts. Since I just went electric and am looking for some kettle insulation, would you mind posting a bit more detail on the foam/aluminum foil you used on your lid? Much appreciate :mug:

It's been a bit slow getting the build back up and going, but I finally had some time to work on things this past weekend. Kettle Update - Holes drilled in kettle and gang box - Gang box attached to kettle (using Kal's method) - 4500W 240v element installed (small batches so just running...

Hey mbitton...sorry about the extreme delay coming back to you. I actually had to put my build on hold at the time because I found out a few weeks later that I was relocating. In any case, I'm now settled into my new spot and the build is back up and running. wilserbrewer made a valid point...

I'd love a code if they're still going around

Thanks for the tips brewhokie! All seem like excellent points and should definitely help reduce costs / simplify the design. Much appreciated!

First off, I'd like to pass along a big thank you to all the posters and veterans who have made this board an incredible resource for those of us getting started. I've been brewing small BIAB batches on my stovetop for the past 6 months and have officially caught the bug. Unfortunately my...

I just installed the weldless sightglass T from Brew Hardware you linked above this past weekend. Have the 4" 1/4 NPT thermocouple rather than the RTD installed. Didn't get a chance to test out its accuracy, but can confirm that the probe extends into the kettle. It's not in front of me, but I'd...