Dave Calhoun <dave@colquhoun.com> wrote in message
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> So, could I frement in fermenting buckets and then use the keg as the
> secondary fermenter? When you say "close it off..air lock" do you mean
> that it must be airtight or just keep stuff out?[/color]

I do all of my primary ferments in plastic buckets, and secondary in corny
kegs. You can get a gas-in quick disconnect and affix a piece of hose to
allow for venting. I wouldn't do your primary ferment in a corny keg, as
you are likely to loose a great deal of you beer to blow-off.
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> Also, is there any downside to fermenting in plastic buckets as opposed
> to glass carboys?[/color]

IMO, only one - you can't watch the fermentation (very cool). But, you
don't have to worry about breaking a carboy and losing your brew.

Beer here,

Mike

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