Kegerator Advice

Kelly · Post by **Kelly** » Mon May 25, 2015 10:51 am

Getting ready to build our first kegerator with the help a few friends. Purchased a used Danby 4.4 cu
Can you guys offer any advice from experience

tower taps vs flush to the front taps etc.

Pepsi vs coke kegs ?

Thanks!

jacinthebox · Post by **jacinthebox** » Mon May 25, 2015 10:56 am

I like pepsi kegs in the danbys..taller/skinny vrs shorter/fatter. Plus I have had issues with my buddys pinlock kegs...so I prefer ball locks
towers are the norm for mini fridges.

I'd talk to Dave at Everwood Ave Brewshop...he will take care of you

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mumblecrunch · Post by **mumblecrunch** » Mon May 25, 2015 11:02 am

You won't get two pin lock Cornelius kegs in that fridge so plan to go with ball lock (Pepsi) kegs.

I did pretty much the same conversion earlier this year but haven't posted pictures. I went with a dual tap tower from Everwood; others have mentioned that using front taps on this fridge can be tough with two kegs because there needs to be some clearance between the back side of the door and the kegs for the tailpieces and associated beer line connection.

I upgraded to a triple manifold for gas with a flare connection on one so I can always have my beer gun CO2 feed connected.

I also upgraded to Perlick SS taps. I'm assured this was a good decision, but I'm taking that largely on faith because I never actually used the standard chrome taps.

Kelly · Post by **Kelly** » Mon May 25, 2015 11:15 am

I have spoke with Dave! He's excellent!
I was thinking a system with the Taps on the front of the fridge to slip it under the counter in the kitchen (in place of a wine fridge!)
Love the ease of use of the towers - No bending over!!

jacinthebox · Post by **jacinthebox** » Mon May 25, 2015 11:37 am

Kelly wrote:I have spoke with Dave! He's excellent!
I was thinking a system with the Taps on the front of the fridge to slip it under the counter in the kitchen (in place of a wine fridge!)
Love the ease of use of the towers - No bending over!!

He has short shanks..and maybe a tower type tail piece? That may give you the clearance you need

mthibodeau · Post by **mthibodeau** » Mon May 25, 2015 2:23 pm

he does have 90 degree tail pieces, if you put them near the top of the door it might clear. Not as pretty of a solution but you can always just rock the picnic taps and open the door when you want a beer

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