[flbrewer]

I currently have disconnects that look like this...

http://www.beveragefactory.com/images/snset2090911101447.jpg

if I want to have some CO2 at my disposal (need some for my sour mash) how would I get a free-flow of CO2? I know as it stands today, the only way that CO2 comes out is when that disconnect is attached to a keg post.

Would I simply unscrew the stainless part from the plastic? I don't want to just pull the line apart as I have Oetiker clamps on there that I'd have to cut and re-do.

[JT]

Would I simply unscrew the stainless part from the plastic?

Yes, if you're just looking to push co2 into a general area.  I do this when flushing a carboy before filling or when adding things to a carboy full of beer to help purge the headspace.  Keep a small batch of cleaner/sanitizer on hand when doing this.  You'll likely bump the neck of a carboy that has bacteria or something else you didn't really want to touch with it.

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[Stevie]

I have a kentlock on my spare co2 regulator that allows me to switch to various accessories depending on needs. I bought a cheap harbor freight air nozzle and use that to purge when needed.

[Joe Sr.]

I have a kentlock on my spare co2 regulator that allows me to switch to various accessories depending on needs. I bought a cheap harbor freight air nozzle and use that to purge when needed.

Never heard the term kentlock before, but I've got quick disconnects on all my gas lines.  I can change from ball lock to pin lock to air nozzle with ease.

I stick an old racking cane on the end of the air nozzle and use that to purge bottles when I'm bottling.

I prefer this to simply unscrewing the disconnect as you can control the gas flow better, in my opinion.

[Stevie]

http://www.bargainfittings.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=51_66

These are what I use. I like them a lot. Only issue is the barbs are a bit big, so jamming thick wall gas line on takes a good hot water soak.

[a10t2]

Kent's fittings are amazing.