I'm wondering what the purpose of the short dip tube is on the gas side then? Had no idea you could just put an o ring directly on instead, great hack!
@@IBrew-UBrew Right, most people buy a second one for the liquid side if using a float. From what I could find some were suggesting you need the tube on the gas side to create a good seal on the post, that the lip of the tube compresses against the o-ring when the post is screwed down. Some cut it down even shorter to get more headspace, but you're the only one I've seen with this hack. You ingenious rebel! Have you used the gas side extensively without the short tube without problems?
@@humanonearth1 I’ve been doing this for probably 10 plus years without issue. For peace of mind, the poppet spring sits on top of the o ring providing downward pressure.
@@IBrew-UBrew Thx for the reply, what I noticed is that there are more than one design for the poppet spring. The universal I just bought would work fine in this method, it's just a spring with the plunger head. However, the original in mine had sort of "feet" that pushed into the metal of the dip tube. If you replace it with that one the feet will be cutting into the washer and that will likely damage the washer over time and produce a leak. In either case, I'd recommend a washer to replace the dip tube if you go your route.
@@humanonearth1that’s right. The older ones are the ones that jam up high in the post whereas the universal ones have a wider and thicker base. I’d recommend switching over from the round prongs to the square type. It’s made balancing the spring on it while screwing down the post much easier. Cheers!
Thanks for the sub. There's no need for a hose clamp as there is nothing pulling on the float. This assumes that properly fitted silicone hose is used. Been at this for 20 years and haven't had any rubber accidently slip off the shaft yet :)
@@IBrew-UBrew thanks for the reply. I was only asking because others have suggested hose clamps on them. I have also been brewing for over 2 decades, but I have not used a floating dip tube yet. Looking at turning a couple Sanke kegs into pressure Fermenters.
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Mic quality needs a bit of improvement but thank you for a short, clear and instructional video!
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I'm wondering what the purpose of the short dip tube is on the gas side then? Had no idea you could just put an o ring directly on instead, great hack!
Good question. Sorry, I don’t have an answer for you but I can say it makes a perfect stubby for a floating dip tube!
@@IBrew-UBrew Right, most people buy a second one for the liquid side if using a float. From what I could find some were suggesting you need the tube on the gas side to create a good seal on the post, that the lip of the tube compresses against the o-ring when the post is screwed down. Some cut it down even shorter to get more headspace, but you're the only one I've seen with this hack. You ingenious rebel! Have you used the gas side extensively without the short tube without problems?
@@humanonearth1 I’ve been doing this for probably 10 plus years without issue. For peace of mind, the poppet spring sits on top of the o ring providing downward pressure.
@@IBrew-UBrew Thx for the reply, what I noticed is that there are more than one design for the poppet spring. The universal I just bought would work fine in this method, it's just a spring with the plunger head. However, the original in mine had sort of "feet" that pushed into the metal of the dip tube. If you replace it with that one the feet will be cutting into the washer and that will likely damage the washer over time and produce a leak. In either case, I'd recommend a washer to replace the dip tube if you go your route.
@@humanonearth1that’s right. The older ones are the ones that jam up high in the post whereas the universal ones have a wider and thicker base. I’d recommend switching over from the round prongs to the square type. It’s made balancing the spring on it while screwing down the post much easier. Cheers!
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You don't put a stainless hose clamp on the floating dip tube? Subbed
Thanks for the sub. There's no need for a hose clamp as there is nothing pulling on the float. This assumes that properly fitted silicone hose is used. Been at this for 20 years and haven't had any rubber accidently slip off the shaft yet :)
@@IBrew-UBrew thanks for the reply. I was only asking because others have suggested hose clamps on them. I have also been brewing for over 2 decades, but I have not used a floating dip tube yet. Looking at turning a couple Sanke kegs into pressure Fermenters.
@@IBrew-UBrew I had some rubber slip off the shaft once and that's how I had my first kid.
@@JamesChurchill3 - Hahaha, beer "glass is half full" take on this one is you'll always have someone to brew and drink with! :)