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I agree with the others, time will be your friend here. The trouble will be with a 1 gal batch you can't just try one every week until you really like them cause they'll be gone. Be Patient. If your not currently using a hydrometer, I would suggest you move in that direction. Those SG reading...

Stillraining, I was able to find that article earlier, but thanks for your input. Interesting article, sorta proves it does have some positive effect on heat transfer. Cheers

So I've been doing a lot of research on heat exchangers, whether it be HEX for a mash tun or a CFC for chilling. The idea of using Convoluted copper tubing appeals to me, the cost however, I can not justify. So, of coarse, next thought is DIY. I've seen the videos with the solid copper...

I'm no expert... The first question that comes to mind is, what is the alcohol content? Did the kit give a projected OG and FG? If so how does it compare to the measured? I'm not an DIPA kinda guy so I won't be much there, but I'm thinking that aging does not typically mellow a 'boozie'...

I hope to have successfully added a simple diagram of my design. Please assume a valve is closed unless told it is open. Yellow circles are quick disconnects. A dashed line indicates a hose that will need to be moved during brewing. Only V5 would be used to throttle flow, all other valves...

I'm pretty sure the higher FG's are do to the yeasties not being able to chew on the lactose. That's kinda the 'milk' part. I've got the ingredients for a milk stout but have not brewed it yet. While I was researching recipes, higher FG's was a big question ask on the other posts. This...

drumminguy81, thanks for the update.

jrcrilly, This seems to be much more popular with the Aussies. I've been researching on Aussie Home Brewer and they typically achieve 1*C/min temp rise. If things go to crap on me, I can infuse with hot water to help the 'step' and then maintain temp with the Ehex. Thanks for the response.

I think I didn't explain myself clearly enough, like I said, it makes sense in my head. To modified fly sparge I would: pump sparge water from HLT, thru the HEX (for temp adjustment and also to flush out HEX) to top of MT using little brown pump. The level of the sparge water in the MT...

LBP= little brown pump. Small 12/24vdc pump, they are like $23.00. The other pump would be a 'real' pump.

Looking for some advice on a design. I would like to set up an Eherms with an LP BK burner. I hope I have attached a very basic diagram. Looking at a single tier with burner off to the side. Would like to run my theory of operation by you and see if there are issues... 1. heat strike...

Thanks drummingguy. Makes more sense. I'm in the planning stages of a 4 vessel rig with a separate EHEX, and the pump and hose connections kinda screwy. Seems like 3 ways should be able to simplify things. I'll put on my thinking hat. Cheers!

Drumminguy, Nice 3 ways! Is there any concern with over torqueing the plastic head while turning your valves? I would really suc to snap off a port of the plastic head. (Not a dig, Honestly. I'm new to the pump world and truly don't know) And would you mind explaining your flow pattern? Are...

I've posted a request for feedback on Aussie Home Brew for info on these pumps and every response was positive. (Coming from the folks that are actually using them) They do recommend the SS head, more for breakage than performance. Hope this helps! Cheers, Willie P

Thanks augie, Ill jump to the other thread. Cheers

Hi All, So the question I have is, does anyone have any experience with the MKII wort pump? This is the pump I am referring to: http://www.williamsbrewing.com/MARK-II-WORT-PUMP-P4028.aspx Not a plug for Williams Brewing, it's just the only place in the US I've been able to find the pump...

I really liked the advice in the first two responses. Spend a little time on those websites and digging around in their recipes till you find something that strikes your fancy. A PM is a PM, your choice. Brew something you'll enjoy. Cheers.

Try 'brewer friend' for your brewing software. It will do all your conversion for you. I believe your first 5 recipes are free. Good Luck. Happy Brewen

Very cool thread, hope this turns out wonderful for you!!

Val, I've read the previous 12 pages with interest, and a hope that the story would have a happy ending. Please keep us posted on how those last two batched turned out. I hope that you have found the source of your problems, and now that you are back on the horse you can ride off into the...