Let the Keezer build begin.

[Mad4sax]

First step to building was to buy the freezer. Got this one for less than half price at Lowes due to the small one inch dent in the front corner. :rockin:

Have the other parts on order. Mostly from keg connection.
The rest from Amazon and Ebay.

Can't wait to get this project started!

 

[Mad4sax]

Here is the small dent. Barely noticeable on the right side front corner.

 

[number40fan]

We need the specs! What is the build going to be?

 

[BrewHound71]

Good deal on the freezer, looks to be the same one I have. 7cu ft model idylis? (can't remember how to spell it)

 

[Mad4sax]

Good deal on the freezer, looks to be the same one I have. 7cu ft model idylis? (can't remember how to spell it)

Yes it is. Still planning everything. How did you set yours up?

I was thinking 3 taps and my CO2 tank. I have a stc 1000 on order.

2x6 collar painted with white epoxy paint is my current thought.

 

[BrewHound71]

Currently I have 2 taps, going to install a 3rd eventually, collar is only a 2x4. Nothing as nice as many I've seen around here. Just simple and it works. Only thing I wish I would have done different is attaching the collar to the lid instead of the freezer. Being only 5'9" makes it tough to get small stuff on the bottom.

 

[nab911]

How many kegs can fit in this? It's hard to find this exact model in the sticky. I am most likely going with this one and have been collecting parts and realized I got a 4 port distro block for co2 and a nitro setup... that means 2 tanks and 5 kegs.. possible?

Note: I currently have 3 ball locks but two are converted so 2 short fatties and 1 tall one.

 

[Mad4sax]

I am still waiting on my kegs and tank to come. I think I can get 4 kegs and my tank if I use a 2X8 collar and put a keg on the hump.

I don't think your setup would fit.

Do a search. There is a thread with many freezer models with cardboard rounds showing what fits in each model. A great resource.

 

[BrewHound71]

How many kegs can fit in this? It's hard to find this exact model in the sticky. I am most likely going with this one and have been collecting parts and realized I got a 4 port distro block for co2 and a nitro setup... that means 2 tanks and 5 kegs.. possible?

Note: I currently have 3 ball locks but two are converted so 2 short fatties and 1 tall one.

Your 5 kegs is asking a bit much for this freezer. 4 would fit ok, I have 2 ball locks and 2 converted (short fatties), if I arrange it right I can probably squeeze all 4 in but it would be snug.

 

[nab911]

Might have to step it up and go larger... I would use less but I already got the deal on the 4 block distro and now I want more kegs .


Edit: Another idea... Since I am going to be encasing the thing in wood, I could have the tanks sit on the outside behind it on a shelf and just have kegs inside.. might be able to make 5 work that way. /threadhijack

 

[BrewHound71]

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Might have to step it up and go larger... I would use less but I already got the deal on the 4 block distro and now I want more kegs .


Edit: Another idea... Since I am going to be encasing the thing in wood, I could have the tanks sit on the outside behind it on a shelf and just have kegs inside.. might be able to make 5 work that way. /threadhijack

I actually had that same thought after I posted. If the collar is maybe a 2x8 a short fattie keg may be able to sit on shelf. I would have to check it out when I get home, luckily I won't ever need more than 3 kegs at a time.

Edit: After checking if a keg could fit on the shelf it could be a possibility that 5 could fit, still would be a tough fit though. Anything is possible.

 

[nab911]

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I actually had that same thought after I posted. If the collar is maybe a 2x8 a short fattie keg may be able to sit on shelf. I would have to check it out when I get home, luckily I won't ever need more than 3 kegs at a time.

Edit: After checking if a keg could fit on the shelf it could be a possibility that 5 could fit, still would be a tough fit though. Anything is possible.

I sold my small kegerator and 2 of my kegs leaving me 1 short fattie ball lock... it's time to math!

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f35/chest-freezer-specs-layouts-377518/index2.html#post4731051

If it really is the same as the 7.0 GE in that link, it should be doable. Will be interesting to see how your build comes along.

 

[Mad4sax]

Parts are arriving. My faucets, regulator, beer lines and gas lines came today. Starting with 2 faucets. Making the collar for having 4 sometime.

 

[Mad4sax]

Got the controller built ,tested and programmed.

 

[Mad4sax]

The collar is made. This pic is the dry fitting. I have since glued and screwed it together. Next will be to paint it with appliance epoxy paint to match the freezer.

 

[Mad4sax]

Collar all done and glued into place. My neighbor helped carrying the granite!

 

[Mad4sax]

Well FedEx couldn't locate my kegs. Thanks to great customer service at Beverage Elements they sent me 2 more kegs already. My keezer is starting to look ready.

Need to brew tomorrow and just build the drip tray.

 

[Mad4sax]

Almost done!:rockin:

 

[Mad4sax]

4 kegs. 3 on the floor and one on the hump. Split my gas and run 2 off of each.

 

[Mad4sax]

Finally all done. :rockin:

 

[Mad4sax]

Made a combo of a glasses holder and extra tap handle display for the top of it.
Harvested some cascade hops today also.

 

[Orthobrewsky]

Well done! That's great that you kept on it and finished in less than a month.

 

[Orthobrewsky]

By the way, isn't dented merchandise great? We got our kitchen fridge super cheap that way.