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Thanks. Are there other recommended temp controllers that are more reliable?

I have had my keezer up and running for a few years using the A419 without any issues. Just recently after not opening the freezer in a while I noticed the compressor seemed to be running a lot. I opened it up and everything inside was frozen solid! I checked the temp controller and it was at...

I am thinking about brewing some cider soon and I have the same question as the OP. I will probably be kegging and will want to sweeten after fermentation. What are my options to make sure the yeast doesn't start fermenting again after kegging?

Thanks for the quick reply and the info about the compressor. I agree that the freezer lid probably has the most ideal insulation, but I just thinking it looks a little weird having the lid on top at all. I'm thinking I could just put a sheet of wood on top screwed to the collar (making it...

Great thread! I am about to start something similar myself. Couple questions: 1. Has anyone ever thought to not use the lid that comes with the freezer? I was thinking I could just use a piece of wood as the lid that can be screwed to the collar. That would allow for a more aesthetically...

So I am trying to get a batch of Hefeweizen ready for a party I am having in a couple weeks. I brewed on 3/23. My expected OG was 1.057, but I ended up with 1.052. I bottled it on 4/2 in hopes that it would carbonate in time (12 days before party). The FG at that point was 1.016. According to my...

I am thinking of making a CFC based on this great guide and have noticed there is a big difference in price for hoses that are made specifically for high temperatures. How necessary is it to have a hi-temp hose? It seems to me like the hose isn't actually touching the hot wort, but rather has...