Hey, Can I get in on the free shipping?
I can get it shipped to the states and pick it up.
Sooooo I just cut my keg open and laid the false bottom down. It looks GREAT! I'm pumped to use it on my next brew. However, the age old adage of "measure twice, cut once" is irritating me.
How high above the false bottom should I drill the 1/2 in hole for the ball valve?
I don't want to be too high up as to leave extra wort behind, but I also don't want to be too low as to have issues getting it together and apart for cleaning between brews.
Hold the dip tube inside the keg and see where it falls in relation to the weld line. Or hold it in the leg where you want it and meSure from the top.
I'm sorry if this has already been answered, but is there a particular dip tube that you use to determine size and placement of hole in the FB? Thanks in advance.
Totally correct Golddiggie and exactly how we set them up in the store. But for some reason people buying them online want to see the bulkhead fitting. Not sure why.You can get the complete assembly from NorCal that will be set up to work correctly. OR, you can just get the false bottom, with the hole in it, and then get/make your own dip tube to work. You can get the dip tubes a bit longer, and cut it down to where you need it to be. I have the hardware to create dip tubes the length I need, and with the bend I want.
When I make a new mash tun keggle, I'll do away with the bulkhead at the fittings end. Completely unnecessary IMO, since you get the same effect with just using the compression to pipe fitting (the one you'll use on the bulkhead). Makes for a longer dip tube, but that's typically cheaper than adding the bulkhead. It also eliminates additional joining points in the system (so less leak potential).
Just as an FYI to Jay or TxBrew - the banner ad for Norcal false bottoms at the top of the page links to a 404 error page.
au198295 said:I'm interested in getting one of these false bottoms for my boil kettle, primarily for hop filtering. I use an immersion chiller and recirculate the wort with a pump while chilling. From what I've gathered from a few posts I shouldn't have issues with clogging the FB if using all leaf hops, I might (or will) run in to trouble with pellets. I typically use all leaf hops but occasionally use some pellets along with leaf. At the moment all hops go in bags and there's no issues. I plan to get a 2" stand with the false bottom so it sits just above the outlet valve. The custom FB will run me about $160 shipped so I'd really like to know if this is going to do what I hope before ordering. Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
I have a 15" hinged and a level 3 filter. Absolutely no problems using 1+ pounds of pellets.
I was looking at those additional filters that sit below the FB but, according to the site, these are only compatible with the 15" FBs for keggles. I have a 15 gal kettle.
I'm interested in getting one of these false bottoms for my boil kettle, primarily for hop filtering. I use an immersion chiller and recirculate the wort with a pump while chilling. From what I've gathered from a few posts I shouldn't have issues with clogging the FB if using all leaf hops, I might (or will) run in to trouble with pellets. I typically use all leaf hops but occasionally use some pellets along with leaf. At the moment all hops go in bags and there's no issues. I plan to get a 2" stand with the false bottom so it sits just above the outlet valve. The custom FB will run me about $160 shipped so I'd really like to know if this is going to do what I hope before ordering. Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
I was looking at those additional filters that sit below the FB but, according to the site, these are only compatible with the 15" FBs for keggles. I have a 15 gal kettle.
Thanks Jaybird and staff for everything this year!
Does anyone know the volume of wort below the 15" FB? I'm just trying to make calculations of how much grain I can mash with this puppy before I make the plunge.
Just ordered mine, can't wait for it to get here. The forum has nothing but good things to say about these FB's. It would be interesting if someone had a comparison between this and the coveted Blichmann False Bottom. I had previously been looking for the Blichmann style FB when I stumbled upon the Jaybird, quality seems good.
I also threw in a RIMS tube, can't wait to put that together as well!
Can I get quote for 55gal drum, one handle, hinged, stand can be shortest.. shipped 23462
I just want to throw out what a pleasure it was doing business with Jaybird and http://www.norcalbrewingsolutions.com. After buying from another vendor and having it fail while getting ready for my first run on my E-HERMS system, I decided I should have just spent the money on a Jaybird False Bottom in the first place. Well, living in San Diego I inquired about getting overnight so my innaugeral brew day would still happen. Jay and his staff were quick to save me from having to spend $125 on shipping. I am looking forward to receiving it and I will certainly be doing business with them again. Fantastic customer service and overall just a great dude!!!!!! I can't express that enough.
I'll add to the pile of compliments for Jaybird and his crew. The quality of my RIMS tube and 15" FB is fantastic. I've seen many that were not nearly as nice as these. Very well done.
Beyond that, I noticed I had a part missing on the order, which happens, I wasn't too worried about it. Before I could even contact them and see what could be done to fix it, I received a second package a day or two later with a note apologizing for the mistake.
What a fantastic experience! I can't wait to tie up the last few threads to piece this RIMS keggle together now!
Wow is all I can say. This is a thing of beauty! Went in the mash tun in a matter of seconds and fit perfectly! Unfortunately I had an SSR bite the dust while auto-tuning. Inaugural brew day with my HERMS is delayed til Thursday now while I wait on a SSR to arrive. Can't wait to use it though!
Snackson that sucks man! arn't ya glad you didn't pay 100 bones for overnight shipping..... Glad to hear it fit like a glove! Just wondering, what day did it end up hitting your doorstep?
Cheers
Jay
Very glad I didn't spend the money on the shipping! Thanks again for the save! This project has been 3 years in the making because of being in the Navy and having 2 year old triplets at home. I just keeping running into one problem after another but I am set to brew tomorrow night. Starter is going, Brewhemoth is cleaned up and sanitized, new SSR installed, Mash Tun complete with Jaybird False Bottom and tested the system last night. We are ready to brew tomorrow after I get off duty.
The shipping was super quick, I got it at Monday at 12:40. I'm probably going to order some 1/2" silicone hose and a couple other things here soon. Don't need them yet, but they will make it easier later on.
Thanks again Jay!
For those that are looking for a false bottom, follow the advice of others here and do it right the first time with Jaybird!
when does the march sale start up? in the market for a false bottom here soon.
In May or June.....
Cheers
Jay
Drats! I'm in the market for one now too..
Promo or not, I got my 15 inch keggle false bottom and stand for my bottom drain mash tun....WOW! the quality is fantastic and the fit is absolutely perfect. Excellent work!
I'm normally a DIY guy and have the 12 inch bottom of the keg that I cut out that I was going to drill and turn into a false bottom, but after receiving this unit I'm glad I didn't! Well worth the price.
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