Search results

I would agree, in theory. But the cheapy fridges seem too...cheapy, and the commercial units are too expensive. I'm trying to explore some middle ground options.

Has anyone ever converted/considered converting the Kenmore 126 Can Beverage Center into a kegerator? http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_04699100000P Possible advantages: -Cool looking. (Blue led lights, glass door, etc.) -Broad temp setting range. (I think it goes from 34-65F.)...

Clever idea. Thanks for posting. It strikes me that there might be some some way to implement this in a fermentation bucket, but I can't quite flesh it out.

I've been looking at this particular kegerator. In its price range, it's a very tempting buy. I'd love to hear your general opinions about this model.

Thanks for the input. I may have overtightened, but I'm also suspicious about the quality of the gaskets (they show some seams and pockmarks). I'd like to find some good gaskets and buy them in bulk, so that I can change them out frequently. Anyone have a good source on this, or do you just get...

Just FYI, I just received my 12" false bottom (Morebeer version). It doesn't fit past my Rubbermaid's weldless valve, but to maneuver it in, all I have to do is unscrew the coupler from the back of the valve (i.e., no disassembly of the sealing parts). Not really a hassle at all, IMHO. -R

I'm just now fermenting in my spigoted primary bucket for the first time. It was ok for a good few days but it now has a slow leak. Not a huge problem, but not ideal either. I still feel like the spigot is workable for future batches, but I must be doing something different from you guys who...

I think he was worried about oxygen permeation, not suckback. I use vodka, so I don't worry about suckback at all; though I'm looking forward to the results of a rotten bed sore experiment. Could be some new kind of lambic.

Which is precisely why I asked. I've never heard of such a thing either.

I'm still interested in the other part of his question: What kind of grease do people put on bucket gaskets? (If any?)

I think that any local homebrew shop would have a faucet adapter.

The foam is a great idea. I'm having a hard time picturing the probe set up though. Does the cord just go under the screwed-on lid? That's not a bad idea either. Hadn't thought of it. These are good options that I might try out, but I'm also looking for something pretty clean and permanent. I...

This is a great find. Just received mine. It comes with a short length of drinking hose, and if you buy an additional drinking hose, you can set the filter up on your counter and push the water up into your kettle, much like the BYO build.

Hi all, I gather that a lot of folks here have added thermometers to their round coolers by drilling through the lid. Sounds like a good alternative to going through the side---but I've searched around, and I can't find any specifics on the lid build. Anyone have this info, or know of a...

Great info. Much appreciated.

Just searched this thread, since I'm changing my system to use bottling buckets as primaries. I'm already sold on the idea of doing transfers through the spigot, but I'm also wondering if anyone uses the spigot to take samples during fermentation? If so, any concerns about/tips for keeping it...

Those things look great (in case anyone else wants to see it, link: http://www.williamsbrewing.com/INVERT_TUBE_BACKNUT_P179C104.cfm). Thanks for pointing them out....putting in my order now. Cheers.

I'm hoping someone who has experience with the Better Bottle spigot systems can shed some light on the following question. I'm making the move away from glass to ale pails. I'm also sold on the idea of doing primary in a pail with a spigot. I'm pretty sure that, if I sanitize carefully, the...

Thanks, somehow I'd never seen that type of setup before. I found a stainless steel hook that will let me hang the chiller off the side of the pot, so there'll be some room underneath for the cone to form, hypothetically. I'll try it both ways and see what happens. Thanks.

Yes, I understand that turning off the pump at some point will be crucial :p. You are surely correct that leaving the chiller in doesn't *help* create a cone, but essentially, I'm wondering if anybody has a setup that allows for everything to stay in place for the whole process....set it...