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The cracks don't affect the siphon at all. Mine works fine even with the outer tube full of cracks.

Glad to help.

I use my refractometer for final gravity. I just use the spreadsheet to correct it. I was under the assumption most refractometers had either just the Brix scale, or both Brix and specific gravity scales on them. Mine has both. If your's only has SG, then there are conversion tools online...

I should also mention that there are lots of discussions about this on Homebrew talk. If you do a search you will find lots of good info.

Your refractometer is fine. All of them need a correction for final gravity. They are best used for OG, but with the correction applied they are ok. I think MoreBeer also has a spreadsheet that will correct the FG for you. It depends on how accurate you need to be. I like using a...

http://seanterrill.com/2012/01/06/refractometer-calculator/

You need to correct the final gravity readings when using a refractometer. Your final gravity readings actually are going to be ok, after you correct them.

Are you using a hydrometer, or a refractometer to take your readings?

That's what she said Sorry, I couldn't help myself. :)

When I built mine with 50', I did a double coil. One inside the other, so even with a small kettle, all 50' will fit in the wort.

Hi, Does this page still work? I get a page not found on this. I'm a home brewer in Cascade. Thanks

Are you using a hydrometer, or a refractometer to check your final gravity? If you are using a refractometer, then you need to correct the final gravity reading.

It would be just like it. I know from experience. I tried adding sugar to some under carbed bottles once, and they just foamed out before I could cap them. Those carb tabs that you can add up to 5 per bottle might work though, if you put 2 or 3 in.

This guy makes growlers in Montana. Maybe he could help you. www.handmadegrowlers.com

I keep a plastic water bottle by the taps, and squirt water up into the tap after every pour. I've never had a tap stick.

I wouldn't call anything about this program a "mess". I say good job, no matter what.

I can't seem to change the boiling point of water to a lower temperature.

Good one. Lot's of fun.

Thanks everyone, Two heifers calved on their own, and had to help a third one! Sparged and starting the boil now. Taking the spent grains out to the heifers. Doesn't everyone do that?

Hi all, I am 45 minutes into the mash, and I have 2 heifers calving with the toes showing. They need an hour to try, and then I may have to get them in and help. Will my mash be ok for that amount of time, or should I sparge and take a chance on the boil while I check the cows again? Thanks!