Started on my still rack
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Started on my still rack
Started building my still rack today.
Here's the bones of the beast. The uprights are for the boiler. A steel shelf goes down on the frame for the column, or up on the supports for pot mode.
In pot mode mock up. Fitting a swing arm to support the condenser. The arm will also support a transfer tube when I have the column mounted. There will be a second one on the collection table for the parrot's beak.
A closer look at the support head.
Here's the bones of the beast. The uprights are for the boiler. A steel shelf goes down on the frame for the column, or up on the supports for pot mode.
In pot mode mock up. Fitting a swing arm to support the condenser. The arm will also support a transfer tube when I have the column mounted. There will be a second one on the collection table for the parrot's beak.
A closer look at the support head.
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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Looks good and safe, do you stand it up for column mode and use your milk can there for the column?
Look at you and your fancy welder and me in the stone ages with a stick.
That's a good looking burner under that keg too.
Look at you and your fancy welder and me in the stone ages with a stick.
That's a good looking burner under that keg too.
15 gallon pot still, 2"x18" column with liebeg condensor on propane.
Modified Charles 803 w/ 50gal boiler, never ran so far.
Modified Charles 803 w/ 50gal boiler, never ran so far.
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The milk can is for my Valved reflux, mostly gets used to transfer backset now. For the Boka column, the burner shelf drops down 12 inches and the column takes the place of the potstill on the keg.
I can run a stick way better than that wirefeed, but with the amount of body work I do it's a matter of practicality.
I can run a stick way better than that wirefeed, but with the amount of body work I do it's a matter of practicality.
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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Almost done with the build, just need to get the casters and add a bottle storage shelf under the table.
The table top is a piece of .040 aluminium, rolled over 1/2" square tubing.
Here it is in potstill mode:
And here it is with the 3" column:
The table top is a piece of .040 aluminium, rolled over 1/2" square tubing.
Here it is in potstill mode:
And here it is with the 3" column:
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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VERY nice. Thanks for sharing the pix. I am sure this will spark ideas in many other ppls minds.
The only thing I can say about it, is you might want just a wee more space between your burner and that bottle (I would try to move them as far apart as possible).
H.
The only thing I can say about it, is you might want just a wee more space between your burner and that bottle (I would try to move them as far apart as possible).
H.
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Very nice job. I'll be taking measurments in the morning.
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Husker, need a longer hose for the burner to move the tank. I'm going to add a piece of aluminum to that side of the rack for a heat shield. (Actually 2 layers with a 1/2" airgap)
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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Very nice mate,top job
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Heat shield will do the same thing. Keep that hose, connector and bottle cooler.Hawke wrote:Husker, need a longer hose for the burner to move the tank. I'm going to add a piece of aluminum to that side of the rack for a heat shield. (Actually 2 layers with a 1/2" airgap)
Again, I will state, like everyone else: Job WELL done!!!
H
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Re: Started on my still rack
Hawke
One little suggestion. Might be worth somehow anchoring the boiler to the two top cross bars that it sits in between. Make it that bit more stable.
And I am still real impressed by that parrot's beak.
One little suggestion. Might be worth somehow anchoring the boiler to the two top cross bars that it sits in between. Make it that bit more stable.
And I am still real impressed by that parrot's beak.
Be safe.
Be discreet.
And have fun.
Be discreet.
And have fun.
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Thanks all,
Best part is, not a penny out of pocket so far. Every thing on it was either free, or left over from other projects. (Wish I could say the same for the stills )
Best part is, not a penny out of pocket so far. Every thing on it was either free, or left over from other projects. (Wish I could say the same for the stills )
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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I like it. All you need now is a little chinese fella to pull it round for ya.
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Good job, Hawke.
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If ya paint it red your runs will speed up too
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Very nice still on wheels.Great job deserves a sticky so it will be there for all to see.
I use a pot still.Sometimes with a thumper
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Here in the States, red is a cop magnet. (Paid for many a troopers wages over the years while driving a red rig.)punkin wrote:If ya paint it red your runs will speed up too
If we do a sticky, I'll clean up my drawing and scan it. Although, every one would need to match the design to thier particular setup.
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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Is that a Caprice tail light?
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'72 Impalla. I'm supposed to be putting an engine in it for a friend. Only problem is he doesn't have the money.Uncle Jesse wrote:Is that a Caprice tail light?
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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You could take payment in grain.
15 gallon pot still, 2"x18" column with liebeg condensor on propane.
Modified Charles 803 w/ 50gal boiler, never ran so far.
Modified Charles 803 w/ 50gal boiler, never ran so far.
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Very nice looking setup!
If you haven't already thought of it, a little cloth or rubber on the support bracket that holds the copper pipe might help prevent any potential galvanic corrosion where they contact.
Oh...and if there's a spot to post an intro (as this is my first post in this forum) I didn't see it. Then again, it's 3:30 am and my powers of observation are not what they should be.
Trid
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If you haven't already thought of it, a little cloth or rubber on the support bracket that holds the copper pipe might help prevent any potential galvanic corrosion where they contact.
Oh...and if there's a spot to post an intro (as this is my first post in this forum) I didn't see it. Then again, it's 3:30 am and my powers of observation are not what they should be.
Trid
-as in "Silly Rabbi, kicks are for..."
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Trid,
Welcome aboard.
It doesn't stay together long enough for much galvanic action to start. Although I will probably hit those areas with some plasti-dip one of these days.
Welcome aboard.
It doesn't stay together long enough for much galvanic action to start. Although I will probably hit those areas with some plasti-dip one of these days.
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
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Welcome Trid
Was wondering when you would drop in here as well.
Cheers
Mal T
Was wondering when you would drop in here as well.
Cheers
Mal T
Less oak longer
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Very nice job indeed! Might build something similar when I have the time, always have the still lying around in pieces.
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Has been working out great. It took the place of a couple small tables, a tripod and 2 buckets. Still need to add a shelf or two under the collection table to hold jars and such, but has sure made it easy to set up for a run.
It is the very things that we think we know, that keep us from learning what we should know.
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat
Valved Reflux, 3"x54" Bok 'mini', 2 liebig based pots and the 'Blockhead' 60K btu propane heat