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That’s brilliant. Thanks!

Hey folks - I'm looking for advice on how to seal the lid of my Bayou Classic kettle. The problem is that my hop basket keeps the lid from closing completely. I'm aware of @Dockside_Brewing's modification of his hop basket (he cut off the tabs and JB Welded a magnet to it), but I'm reluctant...

Boil test of new condenser. Works great!

I've mounted the pump and chiller to the brew table and added a condenser to the boil kettle. Getting to close to brewing in the new space!

New brew space, plus some refinements to my Woodbrew's Electric BIAB Build']system[/URL]. Major changes include utility sink, brew table, permanently-mounted pump, and a condenser to capture steam during the boil (hopefully eliminating the need for a hood, although I do intend to install a...

Assembled mine and attached it to my pot. Need to complete my brewery water hookup before I test it out. My pot now has five holes in it, 6 if you count the lid. I'm getting really good at drilling and punching holes!

Hey murphyslaw - as schematix recommended, you really out to take a look at BrunDog's boil kettle condenser build in this Boil kettle condenser - no overhead ventilation needed']thread[/URL]. It's relatively inexpensive and seems to work well for those who've tried it - and it completely...

Will this Duda Energy 3-way L-port ball valve control flow volume, or just direction? Thinking of using it immediately after my pump, and wondering whether it will control flow. Also wondering whether it would function as a bleeder valve to assist with priming my Chugger pump? Thanks!

Thanks to BrunDog for this great condenser idea. I haven't punched the hole in my Bayou Classic yet, but it will definitely have to go below the flange. One question for those who have brewed with the condenser -- because the boil off is so much less, did you adjust your starting water volumes...

Thanks, tracyk. Forgot to mention - part of the remodel is a new kegerator with room for 3 cornies. Time to start brewing again!

I share that concern with my 10-gallon Bayou kettle. I'm going with side mounting, but will fill the TC fitting with a blank cap during the mash, which is the only time my volumes are anywhere that close to the top of the kettle. Once mash is complete and I've pulled the bag, I'll install the...

You guys are an inspiration - I've acquired the parts for mine . . . I'm hoping that this will eliminate the need for a vent hood in my newly reconfigured basement brewery!

I wanted to update this thread, because I'm in the middle of a significant basement renovation, which has given me the opportunity to reconfigure my brewery. The biggest changes are a stainless steel utility sink and stainless steel work table. Having a dedicated sink and table makes cleanup...

I added a 3-way valve to the pump, to easily switch from re-circulation to chilling. I have yet to brew with this configuration, but am looking forward to it!

Trying again -- image is attached.

Circulating through plate chiller at end of boil -- managed to get through a brew session without a spill or other mishap!

I though I would post an update showing a few refinements over the past few months. Updates include a new stainless steel element and weldless triclamp enclosure from Brewhardware and a chugger pump. The new element enclosure is nice, because I can easily remove the element and clean it. The...

6027 + 5 = 6032! Loving it.

How do you collect the yeast? Dump it into a sanitized jar after racking the beer? Or scoop it out with some sort of sanitized spoon? I haven't started trying to save my yeast, but it eventually is something I'd like to do. Thanks!

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