Russ wrote:Also I stuffed up the bottom downcomer, since I have a reducer connecting the bottom t to the keg, the downcomer hits the side of that, ERG!!!
bluc wrote:Would be interested in a pic of the seal cutting idea :handgestures-thumbupleft:
db1979 wrote:Does the bottom t section not seal against the reducer? If it seals, and works, who cares? If it doesn't, then maybe you could make a spacer out of some 4", it could just be butt soldered onto your reducer (with internal bracing) so you don't need an extra clamp.
scythe wrote:Stanley knife for the win...
If you want to make more circular cuts make up a disc of wood the same size as you plate and use that as a template to run your knife around.
Not sure how a router bit would go on rubber, maybe freeze the seal first so its a bit more rigid.
Russ wrote:I am thinking of welding a 4" riser and ferrule on top of the boiler, which will solve the problem, then I can get rid of the reducer completely.
If I did that I'd also weld on a 6" ferrule for cleaning access, I didn't want to do any more alterations to the boiler but it may be for the best.
Russ wrote:Yup, its always time and money that ruins all our fun.
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