Removing Corny Keg Pressure Release

[pegasusherd]

I have a corny keg lid with pull-pin pressure release valve. I unscrewed the pin-spring assembly and removed; now I'm left with the screw-in valve port. Is there an easy way to remove this port itself (e.g. Does it unscrew)? Wanted to ask before I go breaking anything. Thank you.

 

[jekeane]

The screw in portion is generally welded in. Why are you trying to remove that piece?

 

[BBBF]

Some lids have a domed valve that screws together like a weldless fitting. I'm also interested in what you're trying to do.

 

[pegasusherd]

Okay, didn't realize the top portion may be welded in. Thanks. I'll spare you the story of what I'm trying to do

 

[Morrey]

Some modified lids have had the valve removed and an airlock port installed so the keg can be used as a fermenter.

 

[55x11]

Some modified lids have had the valve removed and an airlock port installed so the keg can be used as a fermenter.

just remove "gas in" post and put in a plastic tubing (of appropriate size), it will do just fine.

 

[Morrey]

just remove "gas in" post and put in a plastic tubing (of appropriate size), it will do just fine.

I also saw a modified lid on More Beer that had a ball lock gas post installed with a diffusion stone extending below into beer. Says will carb your beer in only a few hours, and more efficient use of gas than typical force carbing. Reviews are mixed mostly saying the lid is a very cheap quality.