coolbeerluke
Well-Known Member
I need to put a spigot on my brewpot and am wondering two things:
1) is it worth pitching 40-45 bucks for one of those stainless steel weld-less assemblies they sell on NB and other supply chains. Or is it safe to go the economical route and make one out of brass from parts from Lowe's? I'm not sure whether or not brass gives off some kind of off taste or what the deal is, but...basically, is it worth saving $20?
2) obviously, brewpots tend to be cylindrical, so do these "flat" weld-less fittings make a snug fit or is it going to leak? Should I just try and weld it? Second, there is no current hole in the pot (relatively thick stainless steel)...so how hard is it to drill a hole in these things with out making it look like lightning hit and formed the hole?
I guess I had three questions, I'd be thankful for any input.
1) is it worth pitching 40-45 bucks for one of those stainless steel weld-less assemblies they sell on NB and other supply chains. Or is it safe to go the economical route and make one out of brass from parts from Lowe's? I'm not sure whether or not brass gives off some kind of off taste or what the deal is, but...basically, is it worth saving $20?
2) obviously, brewpots tend to be cylindrical, so do these "flat" weld-less fittings make a snug fit or is it going to leak? Should I just try and weld it? Second, there is no current hole in the pot (relatively thick stainless steel)...so how hard is it to drill a hole in these things with out making it look like lightning hit and formed the hole?
I guess I had three questions, I'd be thankful for any input.