Questions About Propane Burner Stands

Ok, this is the first of what will probably be alot of questions for me. I'm totally new, never brewed at home, don't own any equipment yet, etc. I think I'm going to go the route of just buying some good equipment first rather than do a kit and spend a huge chunk upgrading later.

Right now I'm looking at propane burners. Not sure exactly where at my house I'm going to do this yet (garage with door open, back yard, deck, etc). I'm looking for perspectives on stand height/width/"steadiness"

For example here are two burners from MWS.
http://www.midwestsupplies.com/products/ProdByID.aspx?ProdID=8140
http://www.midwestsupplies.com/products/ProdByID.aspx?ProdID=4072

Ignoring the difference in BTU's, etc.

The first one being much taller, but narrower, that would seem to be more "tippy" to me. Is that the case? Or are these burners typically very steady even with a pot full of 5 gallons of boiling liquid on top of it?

The second one is short and wide. Appears more steady to me, is that the case? However the burner is much lower to the ground. Would that make this a safety concern if I tried to use it on my wooden deck?


Thanks

http://www.webstaurantstore.com/bayou-classic-3016-turkey-fryer-kit-30-quart-deluxe/5543016.html

I just ordered this kit. 7.5 gallons is good for a 5 gallon batch, and since I'm about to switch to all grain, it's the perfect kit for me. It includes some decent extras, and the price can't be beat. The site also has many more burners, if you're interested in just the burner, but the kits seem to be a good combo. Hopefully some of the vets will also have some opinions about this kit.

Was looking into these the other night on he bayou classic website (www.thebayou.com) and found this about that tall one:

Bayou Classic said:

Bayou Classic does not recommend using the SP50 with any stockpot larger than 44-quarts!

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mikeysab said:

http://www.webstaurantstore.com/bayou-classic-3016-turkey-fryer-kit-30-quart-deluxe/5543016.html

I just ordered this kit. 7.5 gallons is good for a 5 gallon batch, and since I'm about to switch to all grain, it's the perfect kit for me. It includes some decent extras, and the price can't be beat. The site also has many more burners, if you're interested in just the burner, but the kits seem to be a good combo. Hopefully some of the vets will also have some opinions about this kit.

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Just remember that you need to "seal" the kettle prior to brewing with it, because it's aluminum. Fill it with water to near the top, bring to a hard boil, and hold it there for around thirty minutes. Kill the heat, let it drop temp naturally, and empty it out. Viola! You now have a protective oxide film. Don't use oxygenating cleaners on the kettle, or you'll have to seal it again. Just use Ivory dishsoap and rinse it out well. No scrubbies, either!

Otherwise, the kit looks OK. Note that Amazon's selling the Bayous for $39 and $49, free shipping. Those have much higher BTUs listed.

torque2k said:

Just remember that you need to "seal" the kettle prior to brewing with it, because it's aluminum. Fill it with water to near the top, bring to a hard boil, and hold it there for around thirty minutes. Kill the heat, let it drop temp naturally, and empty it out. Viola! You now have a protective oxide film. Don't use oxygenating cleaners on the kettle, or you'll have to seal it again. Just use Ivory dishsoap and rinse it out well. No scrubbies, either!

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Good tips here. I'm hoping to get a Stainless pot, but if the budget gets tight I may go the Turkey Fryer route.

Boerderij_Kabouter said:

http://blogs.homebrewtalk.com/Boerderij_Kabouter/Boerderij_Kabouters_Start_Kit_Suggestions/

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Awesome, thanks man.