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Offline maltymike61

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Adding valve to SS pot
« on: December 07, 2010, 03:19:35 pm »
I have a nice 8 gallon SS pot, but no valve or thermometer. I'd love to add a valve, at least, but maybe even a thermometer. Is drilling the holes something I can do? If so, what equipment do I need?
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Offline BrewArk

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Re: Adding valve to SS pot
« Reply #1 on: December 07, 2010, 04:23:14 pm »
There are a few threads on this.  The typical recommendation is a "step" drill bit and a weldless valve.  Another thing to consider is if you have (or are planning) a false bottom.
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Offline richardt

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Re: Adding valve to SS pot
« Reply #2 on: December 07, 2010, 05:39:51 pm »
Use the search function on this forum.  It'll come up.  Agree with step drill bit and weld-less spigot--get both online--as they are cheaper that way.
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Offline tygo

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Re: Adding valve to SS pot
« Reply #3 on: December 07, 2010, 05:56:32 pm »
I just added a ball valve to mine.  Here's the thread with the advice I got on doing it:

http://www.homebrewersassociation.org/forum/index.php?topic=4029.0
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Offline maltymike61

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Re: Adding valve to SS pot
« Reply #4 on: December 09, 2010, 08:25:48 am »
Thanks everyone for the advice. Seems like a step drill bit is the way to go.
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