Hello boys and girls
My names Spencer, and I need your help.
I'm not sure if this is the right spot on the forum to post, if this should be moved, go right ahead.
I literally just stumbled upon this forum about a week ago, and I've been on an info binge ever since then. I've known a couple of friends that have messed around with kegerators, but I never really felt the need to build one. But then I ran into something bigger, and better, a Keezer. Blew my mind. Seeing as I'm 31 and I've never heard of one before a week ago. In my short time browsing the insane knowledge base that is this forum, I've been trying to rack my brain on what exactly I need and should buy to make this a possibility.
Here is my idea, I would like to be able to have anywhere to 2-4 beers on tap. I don't really PLAN on brewing my own beer, because I have NO idea how to. I may get into it at a later time though, baby steps. So as of right now I figured I would have my line hook up's work for at least 1 Cornelius keg and and 1 normal D type keg (for commercial beers).
As of right now I've narrowed my freezer search down to this:
Idylis 7-cu ft Chest Freezer (White) from Lowes. Figured I was better off buying new since all the used ones I've been able to find locally were either way to expensive or were questionable in quality. I'm able to pick this up for $183 out the door. If this is a good or bad price, please let me know.
I've decided to go with Perlick 630SS Stainless Faucet Chrome Shank Combo Kit, birdmanbrewing.com has them for $53.99 a piece
The tempurature control I'm up in the air about, this will mainly come down to a price/time issue for me.
As far as the building of the collar/coffin, this to me should be the most fun part, seeing as I love using my hands to build, and I've been in construction the better part of my working life. I've been able to pick up a lot of cool pointers from other members builds, which I'm completely grateful for.
Now for the meat and potatoes of the post. I need as much info, opinions, directions, all around guidance on what kind of supplies I should buy. Here's a few of my questions:
1) Normally is a 5lb co2 tank enough for normal use? Pros and cons of it being inside/outside of freezer?
2) Should I buy one new or used? Does it matter?
3) Cornelius keg - Lock or Ball? Used or new?
4) What kind of regulator should I buy? Should I have one for every line? or one main one? I've noticed that different types of beer require different PSI
5) What about hoses? and clamps? Does it matter? Sizing, length?
6) Keg Taps - besides personal preference, is there a pro to having any certain brand/model more then another?
These are just a few questions that I've had rattling around in my brain. Any suggestions on where I should buy, and how much I should pay would be awesome. You're free to praise, complain, help, or lay into me as much you want. Going to dive head long into this, and try to have as much fun as possible.
Thanks again
My names Spencer, and I need your help.
I'm not sure if this is the right spot on the forum to post, if this should be moved, go right ahead.
I literally just stumbled upon this forum about a week ago, and I've been on an info binge ever since then. I've known a couple of friends that have messed around with kegerators, but I never really felt the need to build one. But then I ran into something bigger, and better, a Keezer. Blew my mind. Seeing as I'm 31 and I've never heard of one before a week ago. In my short time browsing the insane knowledge base that is this forum, I've been trying to rack my brain on what exactly I need and should buy to make this a possibility.
Here is my idea, I would like to be able to have anywhere to 2-4 beers on tap. I don't really PLAN on brewing my own beer, because I have NO idea how to. I may get into it at a later time though, baby steps. So as of right now I figured I would have my line hook up's work for at least 1 Cornelius keg and and 1 normal D type keg (for commercial beers).
As of right now I've narrowed my freezer search down to this:
Idylis 7-cu ft Chest Freezer (White) from Lowes. Figured I was better off buying new since all the used ones I've been able to find locally were either way to expensive or were questionable in quality. I'm able to pick this up for $183 out the door. If this is a good or bad price, please let me know.
I've decided to go with Perlick 630SS Stainless Faucet Chrome Shank Combo Kit, birdmanbrewing.com has them for $53.99 a piece
The tempurature control I'm up in the air about, this will mainly come down to a price/time issue for me.
As far as the building of the collar/coffin, this to me should be the most fun part, seeing as I love using my hands to build, and I've been in construction the better part of my working life. I've been able to pick up a lot of cool pointers from other members builds, which I'm completely grateful for.
Now for the meat and potatoes of the post. I need as much info, opinions, directions, all around guidance on what kind of supplies I should buy. Here's a few of my questions:
1) Normally is a 5lb co2 tank enough for normal use? Pros and cons of it being inside/outside of freezer?
2) Should I buy one new or used? Does it matter?
3) Cornelius keg - Lock or Ball? Used or new?
4) What kind of regulator should I buy? Should I have one for every line? or one main one? I've noticed that different types of beer require different PSI
5) What about hoses? and clamps? Does it matter? Sizing, length?
6) Keg Taps - besides personal preference, is there a pro to having any certain brand/model more then another?
These are just a few questions that I've had rattling around in my brain. Any suggestions on where I should buy, and how much I should pay would be awesome. You're free to praise, complain, help, or lay into me as much you want. Going to dive head long into this, and try to have as much fun as possible.
Thanks again