Recent content by fergusyarrow

I tried brewing outside last weekend. I'm in Montreal. It was quite cold and I learned a valuable lesson; building codes change for a reason. Ours is an older house and the tap outside is original. Back in the mid 80s when the house was built, you did not have to have a frost free tap and a...

Here is my one :) Just waiting to get the 2nd keg in there

Here is the result of my summers work :)

Hi all, I had to make some adjustments to my MLT and now need to put it all back together. I am looking at using silicone to help keep it all leak free. Any advice as to a particular kind suited to the purpose. I have shown my setup in the attached pics. I had to cut a hole in the cooler at...

I just read the latest posts from this evening that I missed before. I will put the casters like I said, but I will use a smaller one to keep the whole thing lower to the ground. I was also looking at where it needs to go when I brew and I already have some paving stone at my shed entrance and...

Thanks for all the helpful feedback guys. I was looking at my stand again today and taking what you all said into account, decided that casters are the way to go :)

Actually I have one moe question; I am almost done with the initial construction but now am thinking ahead to the wheels. I will use mine on my lawn so castors are pretty much out. I was thinking maybe something along the lines of replacement lawnmower wheels like this...

Thank you very much :)

Hi guys, I am just wondering, for those who build the frame around the burners, what do you use to stop the wood getting scorched? Cheers, Fergus

Hi all, I've been lurking around here for a while. From Ireland, living in Montreal for the past 3 years now. Been brewing for about 7 months now. Did some kits at the start but have been doing all grain since and love it. Looking forward to learning more and talking with like minded...