Recent content by smee44

I have not clear coated them at this point. I wanted to see how quickly they start to rust to decided what finish to use. Thanks for the comments.

I am finally getting around to making some custom tap handle out of old motorcycle parts I have laying around. Thought I would share the connecting rod taps I finished this weekend. I have plans to do some cam shaft taps and a shock or shock spring tap. I hope by sharing it will motivate me...

Sorry I knew I forgot something in the op. I brew mostly darker beers. Stouts porters ambers ipas apas. No lagers. I was planning on the Maris otter but wasn't sure what 2row. Thanks.

I need some help in which bulk grain to buy from the following LHBS, bacchus-barleycorn. I know I could probably get it cheaper online or in group purchase but i like the convenience and I try to support them some. What 2-row should i buy? Which is the best quality? Thanks for the help...

2ndGen, No I hadn't considered a mead, that is a good idea. I will start to research that. Open to anymore comments and suggestions.

No suggestions? What if I ask what kit has the best shelf life?? "Cellaring" @50-65, in my basement depending on time of year

Sorta update: I bought the supplies for at least 4 boxes last weekend and built two boxes. I will be updating the OP with cost, design and pictures. Probably won't happen till this weekend. The ones that are done work great, Heavy when full but manageable for me, SWMBO couldn't pick it up. :D

I am getting married in a couple of weeks and just had a grand idea this morning. I should brew a wine for the wedding… Just kidding. I would like to start a wine in the next month and have it as an anniversary wine each year. So obviously it will need to age very well. Considering...

I am not worried about the stacking of the wine bottles, I have been storing them stack directly on top of each other for some time. And so do many wine stores. Randar, I agree that there are many to be found but the key to this design is that it doubles as a carrying case without removing...

I am not sure i follow your math or logic. There are only 8 bottles stacked at 3 lbs each if all the weight was transfered to the bottom bottle (which it is not some is supported by the walls) there would be 21lbs on the bottom bottle.

My estimate is different. I weighed 2 750ml bottles full last night and both were close to 3 lbs. I was assuming 20 lbs for the wood glue and screws for the crates (just my shoot from the hip estimate). So i am thinking of about 92lbs per crate full. I am a decent size guy, don't plan on...

Couldn't find the plans you spoke of but have revised my plans after some thought. Boxes are now 18x18x14. The new design is much easier to assemble and disassemble and add boxes. Which is one of the big things that the original was missing. The dividers will help with keeping like kinds...

I will be bottling 3- 5gal batches of wine in the next month and starting some more batches so it is time for a wine rack. I just moved, but I am still renting a house so I am planning a wine rack that can be broken down and used to transport the wine the next time I move. After moving 250...

I agree 100%. Use of any product outside its original designed usage can lead to problems. And obviously even though i should know better i throw caution to the wind. As always we are responsible for our own choices.

I have to chime in on this from two sides. 1st Side: I have done it. Works fine. I did my first two batches this way. I used the 1/2 gallon "rectangular" bottles. Bottles did deform as they weren't intended for internal pressure. But worked. I still have 4 bottles that are bottled this way...