by aleguy » Wed Jan 18, 2012 9:33 am
If you want a better mash tun and are willing to spend more money, get a 48 quart rubbermaid picnic cooler with a drain valve and we can help you go from there. Decide whether you want to use braided stainless hose or slotted copper or cpvc pipe to filter your wort. You will need a ball valve and some othe items too. The bucket system is fast, easy and cheap. But you will need to wrap it in towels or a blanket to keep the heat in.
Actually, i have plenty of buckets on hand, if you want to go that route, PM me and I can build one for you today if you want to come get it. Just replace the buckets at some point. Though you will still need to buy a bottling spigot and tubing.
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