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Had my keg for a few months now and I'm having trouble with it pouring basically 7/8 of a mug with all foam. It seems like the pressure is perfect for about 1 week about 2 weeks into kegging but then after that, nothing but foam. My pressure is set to 10-12 PSI (which I think is normal for an...

Just realized that after pitching my yeast start that I must have also pitched the stir bar. Is this something to be concerned about? Either way, how do others prevent this from happening in the future? Thanks

Had my first boil over on my new Blichmann top tier burner and now its got this charred black layer on top. Any ideas on how to best clean this? Thanks

Can anyone recommend a good refrigerator/temp control for consistent temperature control? I'm mostly doing ales now but in the future I would like to at least try lagering. Any suggestions?

Can anyone recommend a decent torque wrench for use on a Blichmann brewometer.. or in general? Also what is the proper way of tightening.. wrench on outside and socket and torque wrench from the inside? I couldn't seem to find a socket big or deep enough to fit around the probe of the...

Wondering what are peoples thoughts on using buckets vs carboys? I feel like a lot of the more experienced brewers out there like to use carboys.. is there a reason for this? Wondering if I should add a 6.5 gallon better bottle to my collection of brewing equipment. Also question regarding...

Curious on what other sites your brewers enjoy the most... or even better yet what would be your dream site be like? (Brewing related of course). I'm trying to come up with a fun side project to work on and I was hoping to get some inspiration from the people who know the subject the best.. you...

I can't for the life of me find this piece in stainless steel. http://www.northernbrewer.com/shop/brass-1-2-fpt-x-3-8-barb.html Anyone?

So I've never actually thought about using teflon tape on fittings until I've read through numerous posts and install instructions for cooler MLT's. Now that I've "learned" about them I was wondering what the proper application is? Should I apply them on all fittings or only on ones that aren't...

Rather simple question regarding quick disconnects. Do people usually: 1) Have male pieces on kettles and females on hoses? or 2) Have females on kettles and males on hoses? Anything that I should be aware of one way or another?

Any recommendations on a scale used for measuring hops and yeast starters? Any good? http://morebeer.com/view_product/18663/102227/High_Precision_Series_Scale_-_AMW250I_500g

Let me start off by saying I haven't brew all grain yet so this may be a basic question. How does the amount of water to grist ratio affect the mashing process and final product? I've read that "normal" ratios are anywhere between 1.00 quarts/lb up to 2.00 quarts/lb. Why would one choose one...

I noticed that BarginFitting quick disconnects are "Chromed Brass". What exactly does that mean and is this why they are so much cheaper than SS quick disconnects? Why is SS better than brass?

Trying to put together a MLT from a rubbermaid 10G cooler. I was wondering what the differences (other than price) are between using a braid vs using a false bottom? Thoughts? PS This cooler will be used for batch sparging.

Converting a rubermaid cooler into a MLT. I've decided to go with a false bottom and 1/2" ballvalve (Good decision over 3/8" valve?) I've noticed that all false bottoms come with a 3/8" elbow so I'm wondering what I would need to connect the 3/8" elbow? Would I need a 1/2" to 3/8" converter that...

Converting a rubermaid cooler into a MLT. I've decided to go with a false bottom and 1/2" ballvalve (Good decision over 3/8" valve?) I've noticed that all false bottoms come with a 3/8" elbow so I'm wondering what I would need to connect the 3/8" elbow? Would I need a 1/2" to 3/8" converter that...

First off.. is there a difference between the two? Secondly, why do people love these so much? You still need to take everything apart to clean done you? I'm just not seeing the benefit so I'm hoping someone could explain. Thanks

Ok so I've decided to pick up one of the round Rubbermaid coolers from HomeDepot with the intention of converting this to a MLT with a false bottom. Can someone advise on the parts and fittings I should get? Will the 1/2" or 3/8" require me to drill into the cooler? Any reason I always see...

Can you guys explain how ones goes about deciding whats the best size for your hoses/barbs? My initial thoughts are bigger is better when you don't mind aeration.. ie 1/2in for transferring cooled wort from brew kettle to fermenter. Smaller (3/8in) would be better when transferring hot liquids...

Purchasing this stir plate from MoreBeer http://morebeer.com/view_product/19911//Hanna_Magnetic_Stir_Plate I was wondering what size flask and stir bar I should purchase to accomidate 5 gallon batches anywhere from 1.060 all the way up to 1.100? So far I'm thinkin a 3000ml flask and possible...