Ces
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Hi guys,
i'm new on the forum (first post) and am looking forward to learning alot from all the members on board.
i've brewed a number of kit beers and a few partial mashes but after a hiatus, i have decided to return to homebrewing and go the whole hog this time. I'm planning on building a three-tiered (cooler MLT) vertical brew stand for outdoor use. Before i build, i've got a few questions about gear for anyone that can help.
1. What size cooler will i need if i plan on sticking to five gallon batches for the time being? i had considered purchasing a 50 L model.
2. The system will be gravity fed from a converted keg HLT, to the cooler into a keggle. i plan on using plastic tubing for vessel transfers. what valves (brand, sizes, mechanism, temp. rating) can anyone recommend if they are to be welded to the kegs and screwed into the cooler?
3. Are there advantages to employing a purpose built copper manifold (MLT) and a false bottom (kettle) compared to using modified, stainless steel braided connection hosing?
4. I have 2 three-ring-burners that were purchased from a camping store. I have seen pictures of set ups where the burner's appear to have some modifications (extensions?) over the outlet holes... are these necessary or just for expediency?
i have plenty more questions but thats all i can think of for now. i appreciate all the help anyone can provide.
i'm new on the forum (first post) and am looking forward to learning alot from all the members on board.
i've brewed a number of kit beers and a few partial mashes but after a hiatus, i have decided to return to homebrewing and go the whole hog this time. I'm planning on building a three-tiered (cooler MLT) vertical brew stand for outdoor use. Before i build, i've got a few questions about gear for anyone that can help.
1. What size cooler will i need if i plan on sticking to five gallon batches for the time being? i had considered purchasing a 50 L model.
2. The system will be gravity fed from a converted keg HLT, to the cooler into a keggle. i plan on using plastic tubing for vessel transfers. what valves (brand, sizes, mechanism, temp. rating) can anyone recommend if they are to be welded to the kegs and screwed into the cooler?
3. Are there advantages to employing a purpose built copper manifold (MLT) and a false bottom (kettle) compared to using modified, stainless steel braided connection hosing?
4. I have 2 three-ring-burners that were purchased from a camping store. I have seen pictures of set ups where the burner's appear to have some modifications (extensions?) over the outlet holes... are these necessary or just for expediency?
i have plenty more questions but thats all i can think of for now. i appreciate all the help anyone can provide.