Bargain Mash Tun complete!
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Bargain Mash Tun complete!
Wanting desperately to make an attempt my first all-grain run, but didn't have a mash tun. After a few searches, I finally found the stuff I need at a bargain. The local Lowe's Hardware store had 10 gal. Igloo water coolers 75% off, so I picked up one for 12.99, as opposed to 49.99. A few CPVC fittings and a lead-free washing machine valve and I was set. Now for a trip to the local home-brew store for some grain for a little HBB, and we will be rolling, hopefully next week!
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- Manifold up close. All joints slip fit for cleaning ease. Drexel cutting wheel cut drain slits.
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- Internal view. Manifold slip fits into washing machine valve.
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- 12.99 10 gal. Igloo cooler!
The angels and the Devil should get their own still. I'm getting tired of giving them their cuts!
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Codgerness
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Re: Bargain Mash Tun complete!
Cool and ingenious! I have a question, what is a washing machine valve?
Re: Bargain Mash Tun complete!
It is a quarter turn brass valve used for installing the hose outlets for hooking up a clothes washing machine, instead of a faucet. Longer shank with fittings make passing thru walls of coolers easier. Valve was $8.00 at Lowe's Hardware.
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The angels and the Devil should get their own still. I'm getting tired of giving them their cuts!
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Codgerness
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Re: Bargain Mash Tun complete!
Thank you! never seen one before but can see how handy it is for your application. Perfect!