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by Andysam
Mon Nov 01, 2010 11:52 am
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Fermenter Build
Replies: 7
Views: 1915

Fermenter Build

Ok, so I am finally building my fermenter unit. It is going to be big enough for two Sankey kegs. I will be using the internals from 1 (possibly 2) mini fridges, and a temp control unit. I have a few questions for the construction guys here. 1. I bought the expensive sheet insulation that has foil o...
by Andysam
Thu Oct 21, 2010 4:06 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: anyone know the strength of 1/8" acrylic sheets
Replies: 8
Views: 1713

Re: anyone know the strength of 1/8" acrylic sheets

Yes, there should be enough to double up. I was thinking that plexiglass would be best for clean up, or do you think that a sheet of 1/2" plywood with a few coats of glossy paint would work just the same?
by Andysam
Thu Oct 21, 2010 3:53 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: anyone know the strength of 1/8" acrylic sheets
Replies: 8
Views: 1713

Re: anyone know the strength of 1/8" acrylic sheets

sorry Dan, did not explain it too well. It is just going to be a cover. Here is a little more about the chamber I am going to build. It will have a 2x2 perimeter frame with 3 2x2s across it. Then it will have a 1/2" plywood bottom, and a 1" (or 2 inch, not sure yet) insulation board bottom...
by Andysam
Thu Oct 21, 2010 1:43 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: anyone know the strength of 1/8" acrylic sheets
Replies: 8
Views: 1713

anyone know the strength of 1/8" acrylic sheets

I am looking to build a fermentation chamber and found a really good deal on this. I was going to use this acrylic (plexi-glass) as the inside bottom over my insulation board so that it would be easy to clean up any spills. I found this used sheet for 10% of what 1/4" would cost. The chamber is...
by Andysam
Fri Oct 01, 2010 2:55 pm
Forum: Techniques
Topic: Is there a real reason to transfer to a secondary?
Replies: 6
Views: 1512

Re: Is there a real reason to transfer to a secondary?

Thanks ya'll! I do have the means to cool mine down after the primary fermentation, my good ole keezer. So, in one bucket it will stay :)
by Andysam
Thu Sep 30, 2010 11:29 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: how much grain can you fit in **** mash tun?
Replies: 5
Views: 7542

Re: how much grain can you fit in **** mash tun?

Awesome! Thanks Chris!
by Andysam
Thu Sep 30, 2010 11:13 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: how much grain can you fit in **** mash tun?
Replies: 5
Views: 7542

how much grain can you fit in **** mash tun?

How many pounds of grain can you fit in a 10 gallon mash tun, or what about a 15 gallon keggle?
by Andysam
Thu Sep 30, 2010 10:55 pm
Forum: Techniques
Topic: Is there a real reason to transfer to a secondary?
Replies: 6
Views: 1512

Is there a real reason to transfer to a secondary?

So, does it make a big difference if one was to let their beer sit in the primary fermenter for 3 weeks as opposed to 10 days in a primary and 10 days (or some variation) in a secondary? Also, I do not reuse my yeast, as I am too afraid to get an infection. So obtaining the yeast is not a concern of...
by Andysam
Thu Sep 02, 2010 5:09 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Anyone have scrap plywood 2x4s or pallets?
Replies: 3
Views: 953

Anyone have scrap plywood 2x4s or pallets?

Does anyone have some extra wood that they would not mind parting with? I am really looking for 2x4s, plywood or even pallets. I have been looking for free pallets on craigslist but they are far from my house or taken by the time I call. I want to make a fermentation box and some wooden 12 & 24 ...
by Andysam
Mon Aug 30, 2010 8:22 pm
Forum: Public Archives
Topic: Fridge for sale Fermenter? Kegerator?
Replies: 1
Views: 826

Fridge for sale Fermenter? Kegerator?

This is a fridge that is working great. It is a few years old, but in great shape. I have all of the drawers and shelves to make it a regular fridge. It is a 14.8 cubic foot fridge.

$100 or best offer.
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by Andysam
Wed Aug 25, 2010 10:41 pm
Forum: Public Archives
Topic: 2 keggles for sale
Replies: 1
Views: 919

Re: 2 keggles for sale

SOLD
by Andysam
Thu Jul 29, 2010 7:14 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Propane tank, the old style. Useful at all?
Replies: 3
Views: 1090

Propane tank, the old style. Useful at all?

Ok, I bought this at the swap meet for $10! Then I realized that it only has internal threads, and my BBQ and turkey fryer (beer stand) take the external threads.

Is this tank of any use for me, or should I just trade it in at Home Depot? Can I use the gas somehow before I trade it in?
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by Andysam
Thu Jul 29, 2010 7:08 pm
Forum: Public Archives
Topic: 2 keggles for sale
Replies: 1
Views: 919

2 keggles for sale

These are two keggles for sale. Step up to 10 gallon batches! These kegs have the top cut off and the bung hole on the side has been tig welded shut with stainless steel metal. Keggle2.JPG I have two for sale, I am asking $40 each. I will trade one for a 5 gallon Sankey keg. Keggle1.JPG Keggle3.JPG
by Andysam
Tue Jul 06, 2010 7:20 am
Forum: Public Archives
Topic: Free freezer walls
Replies: 2
Views: 839

Re: Free freezer walls

Eric, I will take them if you still have them. I am going to be building a ferm cabinet that will fit 3 full size sanke's and these would be perfect.
Thanks!