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    Cleaning Copper

    I apologize if this is not in the right section, but does anyone have suggestions for cleaning copper before initial use? Specifically, there is blue ink markings on the copper. The coil has some sort of blue ink printing on it, and I would like to remove it prior to use. I'm also thinking...
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    Old(er) vial of yeast

    I have a vial of White Labs yeas with a best by date of 7/5/13. According to Mr. Malty, I need a 2L starter with 2 vials. I only have 1, so I did a bigger starter. Do you think this will be okay?
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    Solder versus weldless bulk head

    I just aquired a sanke keg, and want to install a valve on the bottom. Does anyone have any opinion on solder versus weldless? I have used the weldless kit from bargain fittings in the past, and it works well. I was just wondering if there were any pros/cons anyone is aware of. Thanks in...
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    Wrong post for ball lock keg?

    I purchased a keg from beverage elements that had a problem with the liquid post. I could not connect it. I think the poppet spring was too large. I ordered a new post from northern brewer but I think it is wrong. It looks like the one that was on the keg, but it does not sitflush when...
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    E.S.B. Recipe - Thoughts?

    I just threw together a recipe for an E.S.B. Any thoughts or suggestions? 10.5 pounds Pale 2 Row 2 pounds Crystal 60L 4 oz Roasted Barley 1 oz Centennial @ 60 mins .75 oz Centennial @ 30 mins .5 oz Cascade @ 2 mins Wyeast 1968 with a 1.5L starter Thanks in advance!
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    Over Attenuation?

    I just brewed an imp stout, and my FG was way low. Any ideas on what could cause this? I was using a new mash tun, and overcompensated for heat loss. My mash was around 155 instead of 152.
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    Beverage Elements? Experiences?

    I was just wondering if anyone has used Beverage Elements. Their prices are pretty good. I'm looking for ball lock kegs and a co2 tank. Thoughts? Thanks in advance.
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