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Ball locks are taller and narrower than pin locks. Some people find this shape more convenient. One example of this is the common mini-fridge conversion which typically fits two ball locks, but might only fit a single pin lock.

I have two Coors home draft taps, and two of the new design Tap-a-Draft taps. On appearance alone, they are virtually identical. However, in practice, I have found that the Tap-a-draft tap handle is considerably more sturdy feeling. Also, the motion is a little smoother on the Tap-a-draft...

Sounds interesting. I may have to try this...

I use this fridge for my kegerator. It was on sale earlier this year for $125 at Walmart, so I picked it up. I don't dispute that a larger fridge might be easier to retrofit, however, I can confirm that it indeed will hold two ball lock kegs. Here is set of instructions on how to mount a...

I do my own AG recipes now, but I thought the Midwest Honey Bee Ale was pretty good. Refreshing beer for the summer heat in Houston.

That looks really cool!

What was the ambient temperature during your test?

I use a 7.5 gallon turkey fryer setup. I've not exceeded 13 pounds of grain yet, but I suspect I could fit up to maybe 15 pounds. Boiling can be a little tricky (i.e. have to watch for boil overs the whole time), but is possible. I would go bigger if you can, but if you are limited for some...

I also use BrewMate. Its free and has a pretty decent interface. - Jeff

I agree with what everyone else is saying. Personally, I started with a Mr. Beer kit and brewed four batches before moving to a five gallon extract batches. After several of those, I am now doing all grain batches using the BIAB (brew in a bag) method. The beer you make with Mr. Beer will be...

I live in Houston. Northwest side off of 290.

Sure, I'd like one too! Here is my email: [email protected]

I've had good luck getting CO2 cartridges from redrockminnesota.com

I had something very similar happen to me with a Tap-a-Draft in my refrigerator. Had a huge sticky mess in the fridge and on the floor. Not to mention the wasted homebrew.:(