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Old Aluminum 10 gal pot. Can i use?

Discussion in 'Beginners Beer Brewing Forum' started by saeroner, Nov 5, 2014.

 

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    saeroner

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    Posted Nov 5, 2014
    Sorry no pics. It was kept outside for a while. Not cleaned. What should i be looking for to know if it's not usable?

    I have PPW should i soak it and then boil it for 30 mins and see how it looks?
     
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    JustLooking

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Nov 5, 2014
    Pitting would be the biggest problem, but even that could be sanded / polished out. Use it!
     
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    mtyquinn

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    Posted Nov 5, 2014
    Clean, boil some water in it. Rock and roll.
     
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    Ozarks_Mountain_Brew

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    Posted Nov 5, 2014
    yes make sure you oxidize it turning it gray before using, the reason is it might release small amounts of aluminum if not done correct, like above boil water at the top for an hour or bake in the oven at 300 for an hour, Ive make great beer from my first aluminum pot so brew on!
     
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