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PBRman
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New Member In Search of INFO!

Post by PBRman »

howdy, i never done this before but have always wanted too. Trying to get together some supplies to make a still. Im trying to keep costs to little if none possible. I have a lot of shit on my farm so planning on not spending much. Im looking to make plane old shine nothing fancy as long as its high proof. And also dont wanna have a huge still i only wanna make a bottle at a time or a jar full per run. If anyone could help PLEASE DO. send me some pictures or any info.

THANKS A LOT
Mud Mechanik
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Welcome aboard, all the information you need to answer your questions is here on the forums, happy reading and good luck on the build. I've never heard of someone having all the right stuff for a proper build just laying around so be prepared to spend a little.
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The New Distillers reading lounge is a good place to start.


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Samohon
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Post by Samohon »

Welcome to HD PBRman... :D

Trying to cut anything smaller than 10L can be a PITA, but it can be done... Better to go with a minimum of 30L (that would give you a 20L charge)... It will be a lot easier to control the cuts...

Here are some links to what I call Essential Reading... Have fun and stay SAFE my friend... :D

EDIT: Just beat me to it OD.... :wink:
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Beginners should visit The New Distillers Reading Lounge and the Safety and Related Issues among others...
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If you have a derelict gas hot water system you can salvage the burner.
Make sure you use the correct orifice, for propane or natural gas.
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Post by Bushman »

Welcome to the forum the essential reading is important take care and be safe!
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