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Variable transformer - I plan to use a 220V 5500W element in my BK. http://www.newark.com/jsp/level5/module.jsp?moduleId=en_US/5773.xml I want to control my boil manually. What are the pros and cons of this vs PID controller?

I completly forgot to buy pilsner malt yesterday and I'm jonesing for a Wit. I know it would not be "authentic", but I have all the other ingredient and the yeast is what is most important - right? Would you wait (next LBHS run in 2 weeks) or go for it now?

I will embark on a 2-1/2 week road trip next week in my RV which will end with a wedding. I will be serving 4 kegs of beer at this wedding. I am planning to carb these up to about 2.6 volumes before I leave (to allow for a little drop), then let them sit in the shower tub of the RV warm...

I am making my 10 gal brew sculpture (natural gas) and already have Sanke kegs for the HLT and BK. I am debating buying a 15 gal SS pot that is 20" dia and 12" high for my MLT instead of using a Sanke Keg. My Sculpture will be a HERMS with no burner on the MLT. I'll have a false bottom made...

1.052 OG 11 IBU 90 min boil 5.0 lb Pilsner, Belgian 1.75 lb Whole Grain Wheat (from Whole Foods) 1.5 lb Flaked Wheat 1.0 lb White Wheat Malt 0.5 lb Flaked Oats 0.25 lb Aromatic 0.5 oz Sterling @ 50 min .75 oz Indian coriander @ 1 min .75 oz Orange Peel, Bitter @ 1...

I found this on the net - the only change I made was to mash at 152 instead of 154 and leave out the oak chips. Any comments on my new years day brew? I may sound nuts - but I think I like Blind Pig slightly better than Pliny. Is this a clone of the original Blind Pig or the recently...

I currently gravity drain from my keggle thru my cfc to the carboy. I am going to build a hopback using a SS canister with latching lid (bed bath & beyound) My fab shop buddy will weld the 1/2" SS couplings to the canister and custom fab a perforated hole false bottom SS plate that will be...

Please give me any pointers on the recipe below. I am aiming for a very drinkable dubbel that I will keg instead of bottle. Recipe: Abbey Dubbel Brewer: Gonzo Brewer Asst Brewer: Style: Belgian Dubbel TYPE: All Grain Taste: (35.0) Recipe Specifications --------------------------...

I am looking for a hop bomb, to clear out some of my 2007 hops, and keep it around 6% ABV. I am also toying with adding 4oz of carafa II or Crystal 120 just to get a reddish color. What do you think? Ingredients Amount Item Type % or IBU 9.00 lb Pale Malt (2 Row) US (2.0 SRM)...

What are your thoughts on this beer. I absolutely loved it. Some of my friends that don't like Belgium beers loved it too. Very drinkable. I tried this right after trying VE 888 and actually prefered the Cali-Belgique. I think I'll have to plan on brewing this if I can get more info...

I have 40 batches of really good ales under my belt. Love this hobby. My friends and I have been exploring the wonders of belgium beers and I would like to start make some. For my first 5 attempts at belgium beers, what recipes/styles would you recommend as the "natural progression"...

I have a undersink RO system, the type with a pre and post carbon filter and the RO mebrane in the middle. The last Beer I used a 60/40 blend of RO to carbon filtered water - but I'm flying by the seat of my pants. Any good chemist minds out there that can give some practical advice based on...

I have been batch sparging for some time now using 2 equal sparge amounts after first runnings. I consistently get 72-73% eff. I brewed BM's sterling gold a couple days ago, which has a small grain bill. I used 1.2 qt/lb mash ratio. First runnings was only 1 gallon (No Mash out). I then...

My Labor day challenge is to clone the beer my wife likes. Based on the Alaskan Website - here is my crack at it. 5 gallon OG 1.048 IBU 18 4 lb 2 row Pale (Rahr) 2.5 lb Wheat 1.5 lb Munich 1.0 lb Vienna 1.25 oz Hallertauer @ 60min Mash at 152º ??? Batch...

I am trying to replicate Pizza Port Wipeout IPA. Here is what is now in secondary (I measured 1.010 at transfer). Wipeout IPA American IPA Type: All Grain Date: 8/2/2008 Batch Size: 5.10 gal Brewer: Gonzo Brewer Boil Size: 6.80 gal Asst Brewer: Boil Time: 75 min...

I plan to brew my first 10 gallon Batch. I have a 48 quart Rectangular Ice chest Mash Tun with a copper manifold. Will a 28lb grain bill fit? I usually mash at 1.25 quart/lb. and batch sparge. Beersmith shows 36 quarts mash in. I think I can do it, but I will probably have to mash out at...

OK, I finished my last IPA and HAVE to brew some more. After considering Pliney the Elder and Port Wipeout IPA, I would like to try to duplicate Green Flash West Coast IPA. Their website says they use Simcoe, Columbus, Cascade and Centennial. Anyone want to try to take a stab at guessing...

I am planning to check this out. I called and confirmed they are not handing out tickets for food or beer. Looks like a good line up of comercial beers. Good munchies on top of it. My sons' GF has CF - this is a good cause. <http://losangeles. cff.org/brewhawh aw>

I just bought a 4 valve manifold from keg connection. The website says "check valves" but they are actually shut off valves. Do you need a combination of check valve and shut-off valve on the CO2 manifolds, or just a shut-off valve? I would think a check valve would be a nice feature.

After viewing many threads, here are my plans for a collar on my 10 cf freezer: (I plan to have 4 taps in collar) Collar to be built from 3/4" x 3" tall MDF with glued & doweled butt joints. Attach collar to lid with (8) 3/4" alum. angle pieces with screws, each piece 4-1/2" long. Embed...