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Sorry, I just sold it.

Ok, I'll post here if it does get sold before then.

Avanti Chest Freezer 7.1 cf http://www.avantiproducts.com/manual/cf199.pdf Outer - 34x22.5x34" Inner - 28.5x17.5x27" The condenser works, but the thermostat does not work properly. The freezer will only run when you turn on the "Quick Freeze" switch. The "Quick Freeze" makes the condenser...

Well, I would be happy to provide an update, as home brewing has really been on my mind lately. I basically had enough, and sold all of my equipment (with full disclosure on the infection problems, in fact I linked to this thread in my CL ad, the buyers did not care). In fact, did anyone...

I think I'm just set on starting anew - I just can't bear the thought of another ruined batch. I might have to light something on fire if it happens again.

Ok, so, I've decided to pitch / sell every last piece of equipment. I'm pretty confident it's a house yeast, but I just don't want to risk it. Just in case people were curious. Plus, the move is coming very soon. $200 for everything now...

Ok, last chance, $200. I'll take $300 now, the move is bearing down on us. Ok, first of all, read this thread: https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f11/ok-im-not-just-being-paranoid-about-infections-88568/ I have been battling a serious infection for almost a year now. I have replaced plastic, etc...

Thanks for the reply. No, I don't mill my own grain. I know it's a long thread, but I have kind of ruled out most of the typical things one would think of when battling infections. At this point, I am really just wondering what people think about reference the equipment issue (what to keep...

Yeah, I've tried skipping the secondary.

This thread again.... So, if anybody remembers this thread, here it is again. Here's a reader's digest version: Bad batch after bad batch. Replaced all plastic. Bleached glass. Beer still went sour (fine in carboys, tastes sour after a few weeks in bottles). After listening to everyone's...

Cool, that is helpful. I am pretty much down to my carboys as the only thing I have not replaced (bench capper is the same too - although I sprayed that with bleach just because). I can't say I have ever tested the ph of my Star San, and I do use tap water, although I don't keep my star san...

Good thought, but I just use a basic copper immersion chiller.

I sanitize my caps in Star San (although there is apparently quite a bit of controversy about this topic... https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f35/caps-sanitize-not-sanitize-107824/

Maybe I'm just being crazy, or maybe not, but I think I'm developing indoor allergies, too. When I'm in the house, I'm all stuffed up, itchy eyes, etc. An hour or so after leaving the house, I feel fine. So, that could lend credence to the airborne contaminants. I bought a nice furnace...

Took my last two batches to the LHBS (a very reputable place). The owner tasted them and confirmed that I wasn't just being paranoid, they were infected. He said that he strongly doubted the possibility of an airborne contaminant. He said that the reason he didn't think it was an airborne...

Thanks for the continuing advice. Have you continued to have no problems since your air has been cleaned up?

Care to elaborate?

Like you and Denny's Evil Concoctions suggested, I think the problem is airborne contaminants. I'm going to try his suggestion of cleaning my air up a bit. I like your idea about drinking cheap whisky. You may have mentioned other things, but I get distracted. Seriously though, I think the...

I think I'll run a couple bottles over to my LHBS this afternoon and see if I can convince someone to take a swig and offer their opinion about what the infection might be. It is distinctly sour to me though.

What is the competition? That might allow people to give more insight. I mean, if you love the beer, that is all that matters, but it is definitely fun to get awards, too...