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    Cleanser/Sanitizer

    One step is good for the cleaning part but you will still need a sanitizer. I have always used star san but there is lots of sanitizers out there. You'll just need to find the one that works best for you. I've heard a lot of people using Iodophor also. I do use K-meta for tubing and racking...
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    newbie here

    Welcome aboard Josh. This is a very knowledgeable group of guys and gals. They have saved me a lot of heartache along the way. I hope you enjoy this hobby as much as the rest of us do. :b
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    Brew Belt

    I did the apple cider recipe that is posted under the recipe section by Monica. I'll have to check the temp when I get home from work tonight. I think the sg was around 1.100 (don't have my notes to look at). This is still in primary. I've been a little skeptical about putting the belt around a...
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    Brew Belt

    What will happen if the brew belt is left on longer than the recommended eight days or the SG goes below 1.010? I'm at 1.020 and on the eighth day now.
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    How do you try your siphon tubes?

    Never thought about that. Sounds like too much fun not to try that one.
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    First Wine Kit

    Different people use different solutions for sanitizing. I've noticed some solutions tell you to rinse some do not. I use Star San sometimes and k-meta mixed with one gallon water. I do not rinse either of them. If you're using dissolved campden tablets I wouldn't think you would have to rinse...
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    Racking

    Every three months is a good time frame that way you can add the k-meta as well. Once clear you don't need to rack just bulk age in the carboy although you still need to add k-meta every three to four months.
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    Juicer question.

    I have used both types and have to say that the steam juicer is the real deal. I have only done plum and watermelon in the Jack Lalanne juicer. Worked well but I have since bought the steam juicer and refuse to look back. :r
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    What happened

    Looks like you did it Bud. Nice looking wine. The dog looks like he/she's been in it. :)
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    Lid or no lid after adding yeast.

    Pantyhose works nice to cover the bucket too. Makes the Mrs. a little angry but she gets to go shopping for more so we're all happy in the end. :h
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    Fpac storage?

    Thanks Allie. I think I'll go that route. :b
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    Fpac storage?

    Thanks Tom. That's the problem. My HBS was closed for inventory today and couldn't get any clearing agent but bought the plums to make fpac. May take a chance and see if the plums will last a few more days.
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    Fpac storage?

    I plan to use it next weekend. I just transferred from secondary about 3 weeks ago. I added kmeta and sorbate then. I plan on racking next weekend and thought that would be a good time to add fpac.
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    Fpac storage?

    Hey all. I'm getting ready to make an Fpac for my plum and was wondering if the fpac can be stored until ready to use or do I have to use it right away? If it can be stored am I supposed to freeze it?
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    What to add or is it ruined?

    Thanks a lot guys. Heading to the supply store right now. :b
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