Is my shank long enough?

[MikeFallopian]

Sorry for the dodgy title, I couldn't resist...

I've bought some lovely taps for my kegerator project, which have come equipped with 1" shanks - will these be long enough to get through a fridge door? Or shall I get hold of some replacements?

 

[porterpounder]

Depends on the fridge door and how much of the insulation and plastic you plan on removing to install the shank, but those will probably be too short. You're likely going to want 3" at least.

 

[TasunkaWitko]

What does your wife say?

 

[JosephLongbow]

Size doesn't matter, it's how you use it. And in this case, you're going to need more than 1" to get through the door, fasten a nut, and connect the tailpiece. There is a neat little guide right here:

http://www.kegconnection.com/shanks-all-sizes-choose-your-size/

 

[dnslater]

I'm guessing you will need at least a 3 or 4".

 

[zachattack]

Longer shanks also serve as a heatsink to keep the faucets nice and cold.

 

[BirdmanBrewingCo]

Agree with posters above. We recommend 4" shanks for most typical applications. http://www.birdmanbrewing.com/stainless-steel-shank-4-1-8/

 

[dnslater]

I recently did a Mini fridge conversion and removed the inner molded door panel. Thought that would make the door thin enough for a 3". I discovered i was wrong after investing in two SS 3" shanks. Er on the side of too long..........