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02-24-2013, 08:34 PM
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Algae Grower
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LTB CO2 system
Looking to buy a CO2 system, preferably used, preferably around the $100 dollar range. I'm in southern Illinois, Olney to be exact.
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02-24-2013, 09:59 PM
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Algae Grower
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I could probably talk my wife into $150.....
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03-22-2013, 09:19 PM
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Planted Tank Obsessed
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careful with buying used co2 tanks - if you don't know, they actually expire. (you will not be able to get an expired tank refilled without paying to get it re-certified).
i don't have anything to sell ya, but if it helps, expand your search to include people selling used brewing equipment - that'll get ya the tank and regulator. you'll still need a solenoid, needle valve and bubble counter, but it's very possible to stay under $150 going that route. good luck! |
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03-22-2013, 09:35 PM
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Algae Grower
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03-23-2013, 02:42 AM
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Planted Tank Obsessed
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i know places that exchange propane tanks, but I've never seen a place exchange co2 tanks... if you know of any, please share!!
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03-23-2013, 02:20 PM
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Who would have thought that plants like dirt?! Tanks: 60G | 5.5G | Evolve4 |
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03-23-2013, 02:30 PM
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Algae Grower
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Welding supply places as well. They'll exchange a 5lb for 14 and change. Not sure what the price is at a brew shop. Where are you at Wheeled?
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03-27-2013, 03:39 PM
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Planted Tank Obsessed
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I live in Wheaton - never been to Brew & Grow since it's a long haul and I've got Winemakers and St. Charles nearer to me. That's good to know for when the tank expires!!
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03-27-2013, 06:51 PM
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Algae Grower
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Two Brother's is in Wheaton and they have a brew shop I believe. You might want to check with them if they exchange or fill CO2.
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03-27-2013, 09:53 PM
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Planted Tank Obsessed
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Their homebrew shop is pretty weak. They aren't good for anything but the most basic of grains like 2row (which I buy in bulk anyway) or maybe a last minute bag of hops or something. But I haven't been in there in like 2 years, maybe they're better now. Maybe I'll check 'em out again.
Do you brew and have actually been in there? Cause most homebrew shops don't do the co2 thing - I guess I'm not surprised Brew & Grow does, because they lean toward hydroponics more than brewing... but none of my regular homebrew shops refill, let alone exchange co2.. that's why I go to the Illinois Fire Supply to refill. Believe me, it would be convenient to get refills at the homebrew shops! |
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03-28-2013, 01:20 AM
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Algae Grower
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Oddly enough I do want to get into brewing and have everything to do it except the time. I'd like to brew to kegs somewhere down the road and build a nice keezer for a home bar. Someday...
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03-28-2013, 04:55 PM
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Planted Tank Obsessed
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At the risk of getting too far OT, it's surprisingly accessible. I would recommend going to kegs pretty quickly though. It's more $$ and more research and slightly steeper of a learning curve, but it beats the hell out of bottle conditioning, take my word for it.
if you're a forum geek like me, check out homebrewtalk.com |
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