IMG384.jpgYes I did Saphound, there was a thin layer of ice below the water line! Like you mention though it did not seem to make a difference. Thanks again Maplesapper for the great tip.

As the tank became lighter and started float on its side I placed a dowl through the top to keep it upright, that plus the use of a smaller tote bin with the water in it worked out really nicely.

I think you will notice a faster boil "Karen" I almost lost my batch today - was not prepared for it to be done as soon as it was and when I did my quick look it was starting to climb the walls ! JUST in time = 3.5 Litres of the good stuff today