Ive torn it all apart... help

[Bobbo404]

So heres what happened, im at a lost of what to do.

So previously my beers have been coming out foamy using 13psi for my 5gal keg.

So this time, i swear i saw to trade out the beer line for a really long line, it would help the foam. So i put a 15ft tube on it, 5/16s ID dia, because that's what the previous ID dia was.

First, since its been awhile using the keg, i took it apart and clean/sanitized it. Doing so i replaced the little O ring on the in spout of the keg cause it was cracked.
after all that i kegged my beer and put it on the line at a 12psi. 3 days later i went to pour some beer and the pressure was so low coming out. So i was playing with the PSI and nothing seemed to change. I noticed my CO2 was out of gas, replaced it. Put it on the line and waited a day. That next day i went and my NEW CO2 tank is now out of gas.... so ill have to get another now..

But, ive been doing some research, should i use that much tubing?
The recommended ID dia said it should be 3/16s... so i went out and got that tubing... Tonight i tore apart my kegerator to replace it with the 3/16s and now the nozzle is the same size as that tube!

Currently my whole kegerator is torn apart and my beer has gone from room temp, to cool, and back to room temp... im worried my beer is ruined, my kegerator is junk, and my tube ID and length is wrong. Oh and when i get it all together what PSI should i even use?

I need help, im throwing up my hands and my beer is prolly trashed....

 

[IslandLizard]

I noticed my CO2 was out of gas, replaced it. Put it on the line and waited a day. That next day i went and my NEW CO2 tank is now out of gas....

Sad to hear that!
But it's obvious, you've got a leak somewhere, losing CO2, big time.

You've got to find those leaks and fix them.
Put some Starsan working solution (not concentrate) or "bubble juice" around each of the fittings with gas connected and look for foaming or bubbles, Don't forget to check the regulator connections too.

5/16" ID line for beer is definitely too wide for a kegerator. 3/16" ID is much better.

There are better new/modern day alternatives to vinyl tubing, such as EVA Barrier tubing. It also comes quite narrow like 4 mm ID so you can keep your lines shorter. They do use special (push-fit) adapters for that line.

BTW, there are many threads in this forum addressing similar issues and solutions to learn from.

 

[agentbud]

^^ +1 on the eva barrier tubing and push fittings. switched all my lines to it a few years ago. one of the best moves I've made in a while. only need about 5-6 foot for proper line length

 

[mac_1103]

Here's a very helpful leak detection guide from a noted HBT member and sponsor.

 

[Broken Crow]

Doing so i replaced the little O ring on the in spout of the keg cause it was cracked.

That's confusing...what is it you're calling a 'spout'? ..if you mean the post on a corny keg and it's a cracked o-ring on a poppet or post, it's likely the other o-rings are in a similar state of degradation.
Is this a kegerator or keezer? does it have air-recirculation? are these actual mounted taps or picnice taps? Is it even a corny keg you have or is this a sanke?
We could use a lot more information and if possible, some pictures often let someone on here with sharp eyes spot the issue.
Please: More info with details.

 

[Bobby_M]

So previously my beers have been coming out foamy using 13psi for my 5gal keg.

Generally 13psi is a little too high unless the beer temp is higher than 40F. The average is more like 10-11psi.

First, since its been awhile using the keg, i took it apart and clean/sanitized it. Doing so i replaced the little O ring on the in spout of the keg cause it was cracked.
after all that i kegged my beer and put it on the line at a 12psi. 3 days later i went to pour some beer and the pressure was so low coming out. So i was playing with the PSI and nothing seemed to change. I noticed my CO2 was out of gas, replaced it. Put it on the line and waited a day. That next day i went and my NEW CO2 tank is now out of gas.... so ill have to get another now..

Yes, you have a pretty major gas leak. This has nothing to do with changing out the liquid line. It's a separate problem.

But, ive been doing some research, should i use that much tubing?
The recommended ID dia said it should be 3/16s... so i went out and got that tubing... Tonight i tore apart my kegerator to replace it with the 3/16s and now the nozzle is the same size as that tube!

Yes, the tubing ID is small and it has to stretch over the barb. Dip the tubing in about 1/2 inch of near boiling water and it goes over like butter.

Currently my whole kegerator is torn apart and my beer has gone from room temp, to cool, and back to room temp... im worried my beer is ruined, my kegerator is junk, and my tube ID and length is wrong. Oh and when i get it all together what PSI should i even use?

I need help, im throwing up my hands and my beer is prolly trashed....

Beer doesn't get trashed by going through a few temperature shifts. That's an old wives' tale.