Korndog--
You mentioned you were looking at getting the Blichmann kettle(s). In keeping with Lonnie Mac's design, do you intend to drill the hole in the lids for the pump returns? I think you have convinced me to get the Blichmanns also, but im having a hard time putting a hole in the lid. Not sure why..other than the fact that im about to drop nearly $1200 on 3 Kettles and then immediately put holes in the lids...but i guess thats why im buying them.
I dont know who it is on the forum, but someone has a signature that is something to the effect: "Homebrewing is neither complicated, nor expensive; it is the responsibility of the homebrewer to make it as complicated and expensive as possible." or something like that...
Well, according to my parts list so far, i will have the stand funtional and finished for around $1200. I planned on spending $2000 and reusing most of my existing brew equipment. Since it came in much less than i thought, im going to sell my 2 big kettles and get Blichmanns....i think.
MNBugeater