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I have a Chugger and a "little tan pump" on my system. They have both served their purpose well. However, I would like to sway out my Chugger for a TD5 - the ability to mount it directly to the kettle is a feature I really like about the tan pump.

Entered - I've always thought that design was really clever.

I can give you my experience, as my fermentation chamber is also a chest freezer in a detached garage. I only run the heat when I am out there (and I am in Minneapolis, so yeah, cold). I tried the ceramic heater route, but did not have the best success. What I have now had for the last few...

I am converting to electric, and happened to get a 12x12x6 enclosure for $15, thinking it would be no problem. But I have 3 contactors, a 24v power source, 5v power source, 12v power source, 2 SSRs, etc - and it is TIGHT! I was also thinking of going the panel mounted touch screen, because touch...

I have one on my little tan pump, so far no problems. Just be aware that it is not full bore.

Our club has a pretty good sized barrel program. One of the smart steps is to have a small committee that is in charge, and has the authority to pass/reject the beer going into the barrel. TallDan's recommendations are all good, especially around recipe and timing. Especially giving everyone...

I currently use an SQ14, and brew with others who use the KAB4 and Blichmann and Edemetall - because the Blichmann and Anvil have the optional legs, I would recommend them. The time savings is pretty solid in the extra power, and the ability to adjust height is a really nice feature.

Cam lock, was cheaper for all of the connections I wanted. Otherwise I wouldn't imagine there is much of a strength difference between the styles. As Auggie stated, any of them will provide plenty of flow, but I would make sure they are at least the 24v models. I have a couple of the 12v...

borderline embarrassed to admit it, but I use an old PBW container cut to slide over the pump housing. I drilled holes in the back (bottom of the container) for ventilation.

I like the Topsflo pumps, close to Chugger performance, and with quick disconnects you can connect it directly to the kettle - eliminating a stretch of tubing.

As some MN kinship, PM your address, I’ll drop some in an envelope for you.

RIMS tube, that way it's easy for the single vessel

The good thing - going 1 or 2 vessel is a great solution. 2 vessel is an MLT and BK. But you have two vessels to store. 1 vessel is a bag, BK, hoist of some sort. But storage should take up less space. If you no-sparge, time is pretty equal between the systems. And you could set up a RIMS on...

are you using bottom drain or a pick up tube?

Yup, it’s recommended to mix with cool water

Try chilling them, that helps

Are the bottles warm?

It’s a college party town, I’m sure he won’t have too much trouble finding something.

1) Brulosophy is a single, in-repeated data point, not a fact 2) Brewing is a fun hobby, not my job. My career takes priority since it allows me to brew. So if I have to travel for work, my beer may be in a fermentor longer. 3) I enjoy that people do things differently, that is one of the main...

most of the breweries I like here can, and it’s way easier to travel with cans. Then you can crush them, and it’s less volume of waste to remove (especially fishing and cook-outs).