Time to build a kegging setup

[richm20]

This is a totally new venture in home brewing for me. I have a refrigerator and a co2 tank.....That's it!
From my research I believe I need the following to get started
-Ball lock keg
-co2 regulator
-gas and liquid ball lock fittings
-air and beer hose
-tap

Anyone see items Im missing?

Also, besides Craigs list and local store, how about a good source for kegs. Has anyone made some DIY containers?

Thanks

 

[kombat]

Keg lube.

Use it liberally. It's extremely helpful in reducing/eliminating leaky kegs.

 

[Hello]

I'd spring for a dual regulator for sure though. More than one keg, you'll want a manifold too.

 

[j1n]

I would suggest getting beer line that doesnt leach any flavors to the beer. I have the bev seal ultra beer line in my kegerator.

 

[watermelon83]

Keg lube.



Use it liberally. It's extremely helpful in reducing/eliminating leaky kegs.

Appropriate lubrication is the answer to so many of life's problems.

 

[dnslater]

Yeah, go for the dual regulator, I agree. I added a manifold and secondary, and would have saved $$ and fridge space had I just gone with the dual regulator.