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[dago001]

Got mine in the mail today. Have to admit I got a little excited, however, I am on nigthshift atm, so havent been able to fit it up yet. Iwill post a pic or 2 when I get a chance.
Thanks for getting these in PF.
Cheers
LB

 

[djar007]

I thought only whores and cops did night shift.

 

[dago001]

I thought only whores and cops did night shift.

Yep. I'll let you guess which one I am.

 

[Edak]

Can I visualise that?

 

[Edak]

Am I missing something or is it in the design of these taps that makes them stick out so far? djar's taps almost look like they wouldn't drip into the drip tray and I haven't seen the tap without that large stem.

Anyone?

 

[djar007]

The flow control is the first nut on the tap closest to the spout. They are longer that's for sure. But they do drip into the drip tray. I will post an over the top view so you can see. Regards dave.

edit: Here is the photos. Hard to tell. But the drips tell the story. Works for me . So just so you know. Its the Keg King Kegerator and the Keg King Stainless Drip Tray.

 

[Edak]

Oh! The flow control! I thought it was the little lever looking thing on the ball, which now I guess it's decoration. I am to familiar with the perlick I guess..

 

[MaltyHops]

So that's where the flow control mechanism is! Was wondering when I saw pixes showing the "little lever looking thing on the ball" is actually part of the pull handle - it rotates the moving part of the "ball" looking thing.

 

[pk.sax]

Yeah, there is a plastic rotating ball inside the steel ball. The shiny thing on the outside is a composite of two sides engaging the inner ball and joining up to the tap handle.

 

[spamdecs]

Quick q. for you flow control users. Are you using shorter line?
I'm just about to hook mine up now and was wondering about getting rid of some of the extra curls in the fridge but perhaps I should go with the conventional 5ft+. Any thoughts?

 

[Donske]

Quick q. for you flow control users. Are you using shorter line?
I'm just about to hook mine up now and was wondering about getting rid of some of the extra curls in the fridge but perhaps I should go with the conventional 5ft+. Any thoughts?

I use about a metre, for no other reason than that's how much line I need to reach my kegs.

Works fine.

 

[spamdecs]

That's what I wanted to hear. Cheers donske.

 

[pk.sax]

For anyone trying to pull one apart.

Caution: do not use cheapy hex keys that screw is hard and would strip the key. Good hard keys meant for precision work worked perfectly.

2mm key for flow control lock and 3mm key for disengaging flow control dial. Only disengage and re-engage at max flow setting. That's where the full 'hole' is visible. You'll know if you try it. I bet there has to be some sort of extractor tool to pull out the flow control shaft. I'm a bit wary of playing with the plastic bit, doesn't look like it's meant to be played with. At best it should just be able to be knocked out if that's what it is.

Quite tight on tolerances by the looks of it. It's fairly stiff to pull without beer going through it so I think it is actually tight tolerances keeping it from leaking.

Leave it alone I say.

 

[pk.sax]

Might be worth contacting these guys for info:

To learn more about this exciting project:
Email [email protected] and request RT VARIflow options.pdf

Or micromatic customer service USA.

 

[contrarian]

Just finished a keezer build with four of these and had the first real crack at them last night. They feel fantastic! Smooth operation and a good seal. The flow control works well from no flow at all to flat out. I will be enjoying these for many years to come!

 

[Edak]

It's beautiful! And green is all the rage these days a green fridge is going to cost less to run too?

 

[djar007]

Did anyone here buy too many and have a spare one they wish to sell. I am going to go three taps in the kegerator and want to keep it balanced and neat. These taps are still working perfectly btw. Worth every cent.

 

[spamdecs]

I think we're all pretty happy with these things and don't wanna let any go!

 

[pk.sax]

I have a feeling djar is asking people if they'd be interested in another bulk buy...

 

[djar007]

Now that is a good idea.

 

[Weizguy]

I bought two of these on eBay recently. Came with Crown Lager handles.

Seems a bargain at $125 for the pair.

I found that the one I tested on my fridge was clogged quickly by I2PA hop debris, but seems to be working with a different ale and a backflush.

 

[djar007]

Wow. Thats cheap. Do you have a link lez. They are that much for one on the MicroMatic site. Before delivery.

 

[Edak]

I am guessing that they were second hand because of the handles?

 

[pk.sax]

That is very cheap!
I've noticed the non flow control ones listed somewhere on a retail site in oz for about the same we paid for the fc ones. Sure the ones you got have FC?

 

[Weizguy]

I am guessing that they were second hand because of the handles?

Yep, Second hand, but 'As new' condition.

Sorry, they only had the two for auction. Was impressed with the buy.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BEER-TAPS-/151391347777?ssPageName=ADME%3AX%3ARTQ%3AAU%3A1123&nma=true&si=igRLpY0LS3kFH0PbeW4vNICXVCg%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

Adjustable - yes.

 

[pk.sax]

Absolute steal

 

[Weizguy]

Absolute steal

Want the pretty pics?


The story goes that they were only used for one week, and now surplus to requirements.
My gain, their loss.

 

[Cocko]

Prick.

 

[Weizguy]

I assume that comment was for me, and you inadvertently omitted the word 'Lucky'.

I 'Like' your comment regardless.

Anyone could have had those taps, by bidding a little more. I figured they were worth about $130 or so to me, plus postage.

*Edit - Total cost was $115.90 (postage included)* to add some salt to wounds

 

[djar007]

They seem shorter than my ones. Maybe because they are ball lock.