Lion introduces "Tap King" - party keg / growlers

[Captain Morgan]

Which is why you are better off using a different gas source like mrTbeer has. I should have mine done tomorrow, slightly different to his but runs on the same principle.

Would love to see that set up Brad if you get a chance please!

 

[swampdog]

For those having trouble with those tiny triangle screws, a Torks T6 hex screwdriver bit fits snug and works a treat!

Anybody worked out how many priming carb drops works the best, I know with the 5l mini kegs you prime with less drops than normal.

 

[Captain Morgan]

I'm no expert but just throwing some potential options around. Just saw this which somebody might be able to do something with here

http://www.velogear.com.au/bike-accessories/pumps-co2/co2-inflators-cartridges/genuine-innovations-microflate-40.html
Here are refills... http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bike_accessories/innovations/accessories-co2-canisters/innovations-big-air-single-cart/carlton-north/vic/102259138

There are aquarium CO2 setups around too such as this one
http://www.amazingamazon.com.au/fluval-co2-mini-replacement-cartridges.html

But they are expensive refills. Might give people more ideas in relation to the regulator etc tho

Cheap bulbs here too. They look like 8g
http://www.oo.com.au/SodaSparkle-Soda-Chargers-Pa_P128628.cfm

I guess soda stream bottles will be the cheapest overall if we can find a regulator that will do the job?

 

[Captain Morgan]

100 x 16g threaded cartridges for $83 delivered

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/CO2-CARTRIDGE-REFILL-16G-THREADED-FOR-BIKE-TYRE-INFLATER-100-PACK-/370873075398?pt=AU_Cycling_New_&hash=item5659c206c6

 

[Thunderlips]

G'day Gents

Got a reply from finewhip about food grade 12g unthreaded bulbs.

They are getting them in next month but the price is $3.50 a bulb which conpared to $1.20 for non food grade chargers

JD

It's a shame you need 12g and not 16g.
You can get a 50 pack of food grade 16g's on Ebay for $47 with free delivery.
I just bought some to use with my 9 litre keg.

 

[Thunderlips]

100 x 16g threaded cartridges for $83 delivered

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/CO2-CARTRIDGE-REFILL-16G-THREADED-FOR-BIKE-TYRE-INFLATER-100-PACK-/370873075398?pt=AU_Cycling_New_&hash=item5659c206c6

Same bloke I bought the 50 pack from.
Those cartidges (if they are the same as what's in the picture) are RAV X which are supposed to be food grade.

http://ravx.com/products/co2-cartridges/

Doesn't look like they would be any good for the Tap King bottles but would suit people with party kegs.

 

[rockofclay]

Same bloke I bought the 50 pack from.
Those cartidges (if they are the same as what's in the picture) are RAV X which are supposed to be food grade.

http://ravx.com/products/co2-cartridges/

Doesn't look like they would be any good for the Tap King bottles but would suit people with party kegs.

They're good if you adapt a reg like MrTBeer!

 

[Captain Morgan]

They're good if you adapt a reg like MrTBeer!

Yes sorry, that was my intent when I posted those. I'm looking for cheap CO2 and i'll do whatever it takes to use it. lol

 

[Captain Morgan]

Here's my hack in pictures using 16g bulbs. I had some lying around for my bike.
MFL fitting ($2.50), 6mm hose (had it?), stainless clip ($1), 4mm hose and plastic (TK $23), mini-regulator ($39)

1.Remove 2.Drill 3.Assemble 4.Pour

Put a new TK bottle in here and you can reuse the lid/bulb and bottle after for your HB in another TK.
Put a used TK bottle in here and you can dispense your HB from it.

Where did you get that mini reg please mrT?

 

[Thunderlips]

They're good if you adapt a reg like MrTBeer!

I bought one after seeing MrTbeer's post.
Thanks MrTbeer

I wish that reg was around a few years ago before I bought that expensive mini Leyland reg.

 

[Thunderlips]

Where did you get that mini reg please mrT?

I think this was the link that he posted, and it's who I bought from.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/281150299353?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

I received mine the next day but I'm in the same state.
It's a good piece of kit and a hell of a lot cheaper than the mini Leyland reg.

 

[Captain Morgan]

I think this was the link that he posted, and it's who I bought from.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/281150299353?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

I received mine the next day but I'm in the same state.
It's a good piece of kit and a hell of a lot cheaper than the mini Leyland reg.

Thanks very much. I must have missed that link. Looks good, i'll grab one I think. Not so much because I want to save money on the co2, but because I'm not sure how often you'll be able to take the parts out of the TK lid to replace the bulb without killing screws and seals. A learning experience huh

 

[Captain Morgan]

As i've said, im really no expert, but am just trying to give options to see what people can do with them. People smarter than I am of course. haha

Here's another option that MAY or MAY NOT fit a soda stream bottle?

\\http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Aquarium-CO2-Carbon-Dioxide-Regulator-22mm-Adjustable-Solenoid-VALVE-for-plant-/281153228345?pt=AU_Pet_Supplies&hash=item417609ce39

 

[Thunderlips]

As i've said, im really no expert, but am just trying to give options to see what people can do with them. People smarter than I am of course. haha

Here's another option that MAY or MAY NOT fit a soda stream bottle?

\\http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Aquarium-CO2-Carbon-Dioxide-Regulator-22mm-Adjustable-Solenoid-VALVE-for-plant-/281153228345?pt=AU_Pet_Supplies&hash=item417609ce39

Would be nice if it did but I don't know the sizes either.
I have in the past just used a full sized Harris regulator with a sodastream adaptor but then it's not so portable.
Then there is the mini Leyland reg but the 74gm bulbs are expensive.

 

[bradsbrew]

Would love to see that set up Brad if you get a chance please!

Just got to grab some small bits and pieces today. This should work for taking to a BBQ or work, not designed for long time storage or natural carbonation.

 

[MastersBrewery]

Just got to grab some small bits and pieces today. This should work for taking to a BBQ or work, not designed for long time storage or natural carbonation.

any tips on what you altered and what fittings you used?

 

[bradsbrew]

any tips on what you altered and what fittings you used?

Once I get it finished I will post up some more pics and parts list. That's if it works.

Cheers

 

[Captain Morgan]

Once I get it finished I will post up some more pics and parts list. That's if it works.

Cheers

Thanks very much for the pic. Looking forward to seeing how it works out. Looks great so far.

 

[Captain Morgan]

I'm wondering if I should just stop drinking so many of these little kegs (trying to stock up empties) and just go the kegerator

 

[TJP]

As i've said, im really no expert, but am just trying to give options to see what people can do with them. People smarter than I am of course. haha

Here's another option that MAY or MAY NOT fit a soda stream bottle?

\\http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Aquarium-CO2-Carbon-Dioxide-Regulator-22mm-Adjustable-Solenoid-VALVE-for-plant-/281153228345?pt=AU_Pet_Supplies&hash=item417609ce39

Would be nice if it did but I don't know the sizes either.
I have in the past just used a full sized Harris regulator with a sodastream adaptor but then it's not so portable.
Then there is the mini Leyland reg but the 74gm bulbs are expensive.

I dont know if this page helps.http://www.teamonslaught.fsnet.co.uk/co2_info.htm
you would probably need one of these http://www.ebay.com/itm/251294856756?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
But I am then still not sure it would fit, I am sure someone on here would however know.