Date:         Tue, 4 Jan 2005 17:45:23 -0700
Reply-To:     jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Installing a keg
Comments: To: JD Foster <jidd@JIDDWARE.COM>
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On 1/4/05 5:13 PM, "JD Foster" <jidd@JIDDWARE.COM> wrote:

> Hey Matt,
>
> As a homebrewer, the thought has definitely crossed my mind.  =)  If
> attempting this project, might I suggest using a "Corny" keg.  Its basically
> a 5 gallon soda keg, not specifically designed for beer.  They're very
> popular in the homebrew arena because they can be acquired easily and
> inexpensively.  They're also easy to clean and can keep beer indefinitely
> (as opposed to a commercial full or pony keg with your standard "party
> tap").  They are tall and narrow, looking somewhat like an oversized fire
> extinguisher.
>
> Depending on how much beer you expect to serve at a time, simply putting the
> keg in the closet with a jockey box may be the best route.
>
> Cheers,
> JD
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Matt Barclay" <mbarclay@OPENFBO.COM>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Tuesday, January 04, 2005 2:53 PM
> Subject: [VANAGON] Installing a keg
>

Those soda kegs would be great for that spot.  Removing the divider and then
lining it with stainless and sealing the area except for a drain hole
through the bottom.  Drop in keg and fill space around it with ice and wrap
some towels around the top.
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