Dave69 , I like the use of the hooks rather than just all thread. Would you care to share the source for those?
PVC is such nasty stuff there is no way I'd want it heated up over my beer.
Built mine and used it a couple weeks ago. Thanks for the idea it worked great and I LOVE that it's stainless. I did change one thing though, I slipped some of that thick silicone tubing over the ends of mine to keep it more stable and keep it from moving at all, works great.
Just built my spider from this concept...perfect! Question, are you using 5 gal paint bags? If so, are using the retaining ring or a hose clamp? I'm having trouble finding an easy way to tame the extra material around the flange and clamp down the bag.
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Materials:
5. 1"-4" worm drive SS hose clamp
Tools:
2. Hole punch set
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4. 3/8" TITANIUM drill bit
Instructions:
It will take the full speed of your drill.
I got mine at zoro.com, current price 10.79, https://www.zoro.com/in-sink-erator-sink-flange-polished-stainless
Try searching similar Canadian suppliers for insinkerator stainless flange.
I tried, and it seems to be approx. $20 from amazon...2x what it is shows up in the USA.
I may go with the stainless canning fuel instead to save $10
Is there any reason to avoid ZINC coated bolts for making the spider? I can't find stainless bolts longer than 5" in length and I need at least 6" for my kettle
A lot cheaper too
Two reasons: the acidic beer will dissolve the zinc into your wort (bad juju) and then will rust (doubly bad juju).
Lots of folks have found long stainless bolts and took the one-time hit without expiring...
Cheers!
[edit] If you can't find long enough bolts, buy some stainless steel all-thread rods...
Is there any reason to avoid ZINC coated bolts for making the spider? I can't find stainless bolts longer than 5" in length and I need at least 6" for my kettle
A lot cheaper too
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