d'oh- mash tun conversion edition

Discussion in 'Homebrewing' started by america2021, Jun 14, 2012.

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  1. america2021

    america2021 Initiate (0) Feb 16, 2009 New York

    was prepping last night to put together a 5 gal round mash tun. prior to even starting i managed to bump a wrench off the table into the cooler which was on the floor, resulting in a small but definitive gouge in the lining. i understand if i introduce grain it may become a breeding ground for microbes. could it potentially have use as a hlt if water is the only thing to touch the inside, or is it a complete lost cause?

    thanks
     
    #1 america2021, Jun 14, 2012
  2. VikeMan

    VikeMan Grand Pooh-Bah (3,067) Jul 12, 2009 Pennsylvania
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    Relax. It's a mash tun, so it's on the pre-boil side of your system. Just clean it out after every use and you'll be fine.
     
    #2 VikeMan, Jun 14, 2012
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  3. clearbrew

    clearbrew Initiate (0) Nov 3, 2009 Louisiana

    As long as it didn't pierce through the lining.
     
    #3 clearbrew, Jun 14, 2012
  4. leedorham

    leedorham Initiate (0) Apr 27, 2006 Washington

    It's hot side so, as VikeMan said, you're good. My mash tun rarely gets more than a thorough spray out with the hose and a once-over with a kitchen scrubber.
     
    #4 leedorham, Jun 14, 2012
  5. Darthballs

    Darthballs Aspirant (289) Feb 4, 2011 Missouri

    ditto
     
    #5 Darthballs, Jun 16, 2012
  6. spointon

    spointon Pooh-Bah (2,096) Nov 25, 2007 Illinois
    Pooh-Bah

    Yep. No worries.
     
    #6 spointon, Jun 18, 2012
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