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I think you're right, mattd2, the SSR may very well be the culprit. I was using a MYPIN SSR and ran it the Ctl parameter set to 1. The manual mentions that a shorter cycle time will wear out the relay. The thermistor sounds like it is causing the cycling so I have replaced the relay and setting...

I got a replacement controller, similar model but not exactly the same. I wired it up and set the parameters identical to the malfunctioning one. It worked for a couple of minutes then started to reset itself, shutting off then back up from the start. Hmmm. I changed the control cycle time (Ctl)...

I just made a gallon batch the other day, I used a small aquarium pump with a short piece of plastic tubing to help circulate the ice water in the sink. I stirred the wort at the same time and the temperature came down really quick. I was able to pitch the yeast after only 15 minutes or so of...

Recently, my Mypin PID controller starts up cold ok, then after a minute or so it shuts off and restarts continuously. It behaves this way until I let it "cool down" for several minutes. I have had this working successfully for quite sometime until I tried to use it for controlling my electric...

I had a similar problem with my keggles sitting over Alpha burners. Grill grates aren't thick enough to withstand the heat but the bottom grate for Weber charcoal grills works.

Love the look of the fermonster, very clean and simple design, I think I'd like to try one. Like you said, I have BMB's also and really like them, they are light, clear, and won't break if it slips out of your hand while you're trying to clean it. I have not had any problem cleaning the BMB, I...

I just googled "southern passion hops" and found them here: http://www.brewcraft.co.za/index.php/beer-products-and-equipment/hop-pellets-finishing-hops/hop-pellets-southern-passion-100g-detail

P.S. I have a welded fitting, not a weldless.

My Blichman adjustable thermometer may be stuck. The faceplate, that is. The user manual describes the installation as screw it into the weldless fitting, then rotate the adjuster for orienting the dial up or down, then rotate the faceplate. It's the last part that won't move. I can tighten the...

PS. I replaced all of the hose connections after trimming about inch off each hose. Used brand new Oetiker clamps, works great.

Yeah, I had one of those leaks, too. Couldn't track it down even spraying with StarSan and soap. I filled a 30 Gallon trash barrel with water and submerged the hose assembly, 5# tank too, keep the regulator out of the water, though. Sure 'nuff there was a tiny trail of bubbles around one of the...

I've been making yeast starters for a little over a year now, about 40 batches. I am no expert, unlike some of the other members in this group, but I have had very good success with mine. What I usually do is make a little extra starter, then save about a half liter to make a new starter in the...

I have several yeast cultures I keep in a mini-fridge around 39-40F. I've used some yeast cultures that are nearly a year old to make starters and they are fine. You shouldn't have any problem if you put the yeast cake into a sanitized/sterile vessel, cover the opening with sanitized foil or...

As long as it's still active, I can't think of any reason not to move it. Moving to a more stable environment, temperature-wise, would help. It's really hard to mess up a primary fermentation, or a secondary for that matter. Stirring up the mixture in the late phases could reactivate the...

Sounds tasty, my house brews are similar. Let me know how it comes out.

Of the hops you have listed, IMO cascade, citra, and simcoe fit the bill. I use Magnum only for bittering with neutral flavor, I use citra for one of my standard brews and dry hop with a combination of citra and mosaic hops. Mighty tasty with a good citrusy/grapefruity aroma. Cheers.

I'm no expert but I'll throw my $.02 in anyway. I usually ferment my ales between 65F and 68F in primary for about a 1 or 2 weeks which finishes at or near the expected FG. Too cool will slow the yeast activity and may not have enough time to clean up when it reaches the passive stage. Also, are...

I just picked up a used Brewmaster Bucket fermenter. These things are awesome.

Yup, works fine if you can get a starter going. You may need multiple steps if it's really old, like m00ps sez, start small and work your way up. I got several yeast packs from my LHBS for free 'cuz they were past their date and they were going to throw them out. I've used a couple of them to...

I tried heating 3 gallons of tap water in a 5 gallon pot on the side burner of my Weber grill, the pot was slightly too large for the burner. It works if you have a pot that fits, but it takes a long time to boil. This was ok for my purposes as I was just heating the water in case I needed to...