Recent content by iamtommyboy

I figured functionally it would be fine, was more concerned with looks. But, with a white freezer, this could actually look great!

Looks great. I recently picked up a chest freezer from HD...planning to build a coffin style out of it. Don't have time to do it right now, but want to use it in the mean time. Since I don't mind cutting into the lid, I was thinking of doing something like this for a tower until I have the time...

So back when I bought my house some years ago, I also picked me up an el cheapo used refridge from CL. Cheap, but perfect for my keg. I have always kept a thermometer on it to ensure it is at the temperature I like. Over the past few days, I have noticed the temp changing significantly. It will...

I have to agree with everyone else...that kicks ass. Only problem is those dang Capitals pucks!! lol

Hi all. I have brewed only my 4th batch of beer, an extra special bitter reciped from a LHBS. It has been in primary for 5 days now and still looks really cloudy. It is still bubbling away, so I know that fermentation is not finished yet. My question is, should I secondary this beer? There looks...

I am really new to homebrewing, but this sounds okay to me...if your main question is whether or not you can reuse a carboy, well of course...that is what they are made for. As long as you clean and sanitize it, there is no reason this should not be okay for secondary fermentation.

Keystone in montgomeryville...unfortunately we do not have one in KoP. I also have checked out a store in Feasterville called Wine and Barley Hops. I bought my equipment and first kit from KHB and the second kit at WBH. Prices at both seem pretty similar, and the people at both are very helpful.

Hello all, Well, I have been trolling around here for a few weeks now, gathering information and learning a lot. I have wanted to brew my own beer for a long time now, but finally bought some equipment this summer. I bought a standard starer kit from a LHBS and it sat around for a couple...