RhoadsRunner
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Hey everyone,
I'm converting my first mini fridge to a kegerator! I've never kegged beer before, but am PUMPED about it. Here's what's on order:
1. 4.6 (or +) cu. ft. mini fridge (Craig's list, $60)
2. CO2 dual regulator (Keg Connection, $31.50)
3. Co2 tank- 5 lb (Keg Connection, $54.95)
4. 5/16 FDA CO2 Hose (Keggle Brewing, $0.59/ft)
5. 3/16 ID FDA Beer Hose Keggle Brewing, $0.49/ft)
6. 2 faucets (all stainless, was cheapter by about $1 to buy the whole thing instead of components, Keggle Brewing, $51.95/each)
7. Temperature Controller (Keggle Brewing, $59.95)
8. Disconnectors (Ball lock set) (Keggle Brewing, $10.95)
9. I will probably have to pick up a few small pieces once everything gets in to make it all work.
Got the fridge last night and cleaned it up, made sure it works, etc.
Initial questions before I tear it apart:
1. I'm thinking of raising it up on a stand with a cabinet below for extra storage space (she who shall not be named wants the brewing equipment contained), so I was going to front mount the taps in the door so they'd be at pouring level. Seems like they will just barely fit above the kegs at the very top of the door if I position the taps on the same side as the first keg to be put in there (height of fridge is 29" vs the 25" keg).
What I'm concerned about it bending the front cover of the fridge when I tighten down a mounting plate on the back of the door (will have to cut through the plastic and foam to mount). Any suggestions on how to avoid that? Maybe just don't over tighten?
2. The thermostat and light are "in the way." If I want to get both my Pepsi kegs in there, that fixture will have to be relocated. I have NO experience with wiring and the like. I have taken the piece apart and the kegs will fit in there, but, I don't want to leave the wires exposed.
Any suggestions on how to neatly package the thermostat and light?
Thanks, everyone. I will be posting pictures and updates as I move along so check back and share your awesome ideas!!
WjR
I'm converting my first mini fridge to a kegerator! I've never kegged beer before, but am PUMPED about it. Here's what's on order:
1. 4.6 (or +) cu. ft. mini fridge (Craig's list, $60)
2. CO2 dual regulator (Keg Connection, $31.50)
3. Co2 tank- 5 lb (Keg Connection, $54.95)
4. 5/16 FDA CO2 Hose (Keggle Brewing, $0.59/ft)
5. 3/16 ID FDA Beer Hose Keggle Brewing, $0.49/ft)
6. 2 faucets (all stainless, was cheapter by about $1 to buy the whole thing instead of components, Keggle Brewing, $51.95/each)
7. Temperature Controller (Keggle Brewing, $59.95)
8. Disconnectors (Ball lock set) (Keggle Brewing, $10.95)
9. I will probably have to pick up a few small pieces once everything gets in to make it all work.
Got the fridge last night and cleaned it up, made sure it works, etc.
Initial questions before I tear it apart:
1. I'm thinking of raising it up on a stand with a cabinet below for extra storage space (she who shall not be named wants the brewing equipment contained), so I was going to front mount the taps in the door so they'd be at pouring level. Seems like they will just barely fit above the kegs at the very top of the door if I position the taps on the same side as the first keg to be put in there (height of fridge is 29" vs the 25" keg).
What I'm concerned about it bending the front cover of the fridge when I tighten down a mounting plate on the back of the door (will have to cut through the plastic and foam to mount). Any suggestions on how to avoid that? Maybe just don't over tighten?
2. The thermostat and light are "in the way." If I want to get both my Pepsi kegs in there, that fixture will have to be relocated. I have NO experience with wiring and the like. I have taken the piece apart and the kegs will fit in there, but, I don't want to leave the wires exposed.
Any suggestions on how to neatly package the thermostat and light?
Thanks, everyone. I will be posting pictures and updates as I move along so check back and share your awesome ideas!!
WjR