jmiz
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I found this gigantic tank on the side of the road among a trash pile of pool related stuff, and couldn't help but think it would make a fantastic brewpot. The thing is stainless steel and very heavy, and seems to be better quality than any pot I could afford for sure. I cleaned the hell out of the inside with soap and steel wool, despite the fact that the inside was exceptionally clean to be with. I took off this plumbing assembly on the side and there are now two 1 1/4 inch holes in the side ten inches from the bottom and 3 inches apart. The pot itself is 20 inches tall and 14 inches in diameter, and I am just ballpark guessing that its about 15 gallons if you filled it up.
I have some questions which will strongly influence whether or not I even attempt to do anything with this thing:
1. Is there possibly a significant difference between the kind of steel this is made of as intended for pool use than the type that would be used for food?
2. Even after cleaning the hell out of it with steel wool, do I risk there still being traces of chlorine or other chemicals from it's original use? If so, how do I get rid of them, sterilize the thing, or can I maybe have it refinished with a food grade metal on the inside?
3. What do I do with those two 1 1/4 inch holes? I was thinking either closing them up somehow and just making it a straight up pot or maybe taking advantage of it by putting a spigot or hosing assembly on there. If I were to close them up, how would I do so and have it heat and rust proof? Any clever ideas?
4. Am I crazy for bringing this thing into my life?
I would really appreciate any helpful tips, advice, or guidance from DIY people. Thanks!!!
I have some questions which will strongly influence whether or not I even attempt to do anything with this thing:
1. Is there possibly a significant difference between the kind of steel this is made of as intended for pool use than the type that would be used for food?
2. Even after cleaning the hell out of it with steel wool, do I risk there still being traces of chlorine or other chemicals from it's original use? If so, how do I get rid of them, sterilize the thing, or can I maybe have it refinished with a food grade metal on the inside?
3. What do I do with those two 1 1/4 inch holes? I was thinking either closing them up somehow and just making it a straight up pot or maybe taking advantage of it by putting a spigot or hosing assembly on there. If I were to close them up, how would I do so and have it heat and rust proof? Any clever ideas?
4. Am I crazy for bringing this thing into my life?
I would really appreciate any helpful tips, advice, or guidance from DIY people. Thanks!!!