Beer kegs

[Maplewalnut]

Recently came across some beer kegs from an old resort that I can have for free. Stainless steel and spotless inside. Problem is they are the old Schaeffer ones which have the hole in the side as well as on the top. I am figuring on just welding a blank on the side but cleaning will be tougher. Anyone use this sytle now? Any design tricks to share?

Mike

[KenWP]

Do they have the valve in the bottom also.I took the valve out and welded on a fitting for a drain. I also welded a piece over the hole in the side. But I also cut a hole in the top to fit a cone filter and welded studs to hang it off of. Works great to filter and and drain from the bottom. Cleans up good with the pressure washer.

[Z/MAN]

Maplewalnut,
You can take the bung out of the side of the keg and install a expanding rubber soft plug available at any auto parts store. I have been doing this for years, filling the keg with your favorite beverage and having it on tap for partys.:D
Paul

[Amber Gold]

I use them and they work well. Make sure the bung's in tight and you leave a little air gap for the plug.

I actually scored some Sanke style kegs for a good price last spring and looking forward to using those.

[Maplewalnut]

So you guys didnt weld the 'side hole' shut and just use a plug for the top? Just something about storing a keg full of syrup upright with a plug in the side that makes me nervous.

[Haynes Forest Products]

Remember that you will need to clean the tank someday and a big duct brush will fit in the hole. Is the bunk hole thick enough to get some threads in it for a PVC plug