David Burrows Posted July 21, 2019 Report Share Posted July 21, 2019 Hi all, I was an early Kickstarter for the BrewArt complete system. I really like the BeerDroid, and will be keeping it to ferment wort from my new Pico Z. However, I have not had very good luck with the BrewFlo. I've lost approx 40% of my kegged beer due to various problems with the keg hardware and liners, (both original and new "spear" versions). As far as I can tell, I've not had the same problem more than once, but there are a lot of failure modes and all it takes is one.... I'm going back to other methods of storage/dispensing. On the bright side, I've not had any problems with the BrewFlo unit itself: it keeps beer cold, correctly senses remaining beer level, and has no air compressor leaks. I had one keg early on that decided to empty itself gradually into the keg chamber of the BrewFlo. I poured that out, cleaned as best as I could and sanitized with H2O2. Didn't notice any operational problems with subsequent kegs. Anyways, I'm hoping someone out there is interested in tackling the BrewFlo and maybe is a bit luckier or more skilled with the keg hardware assembly. On offer: 1 BrewFlo unit (US/Canada) including tap handle and drip tray 2 Complete (opened but never unpacked) Kegging Packs (these are the new style with spears and matching liners) You will pay for packing costs and actual shipping charges. I think that's going to be around $50-60 but not 100% sure until I get it boxed up at the UPS Store. (I no longer have original packaging.) Any takers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain 3 Droids Posted July 21, 2019 Report Share Posted July 21, 2019 2 hours ago, David Burrows said: Hi all, I was an early Kickstarter for the BrewArt complete system. I really like the BeerDroid, and will be keeping it to ferment wort from my new Pico Z. However, I have not had very good luck with the BrewFlo. I've lost approx 40% of my kegged beer due to various problems with the keg hardware and liners, (both original and new "spear" versions). As far as I can tell, I've not had the same problem more than once, but there are a lot of failure modes and all it takes is one.... I'm going back to other methods of storage/dispensing. On the bright side, I've not had any problems with the BrewFlo unit itself: it keeps beer cold, correctly senses remaining beer level, and has no air compressor leaks. I had one keg early on that decided to empty itself gradually into the keg chamber of the BrewFlo. I poured that out, cleaned as best as I could and sanitized with H2O2. Didn't notice any operational problems with subsequent kegs. Anyways, I'm hoping someone out there is interested in tackling the BrewFlo and maybe is a bit luckier or more skilled with the keg hardware assembly. On offer: 1 BrewFlo unit (US/Canada) including tap handle and drip tray 2 Complete (opened but never unpacked) Kegging Packs (these are the new style with spears and matching liners) You will pay for packing costs and actual shipping charges. I think that's going to be around $50-60 but not 100% sure until I get it boxed up at the UPS Store. (I no longer have original packaging.) Any takers? Is it feasible to ship to Australia? If so for postage costs I’m at Noarlunga Downs, South Australia post code 5168. Great offer by the way. Cheers Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Burrows Posted July 22, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2019 22 hours ago, Barrelboy said: Is it feasible to ship to Australia? If so for postage costs I’m at Noarlunga Downs, South Australia post code 5168. Great offer by the way. Cheers Mark Unfortunately, this is the North American version of the BrewFlo and requires 120V AC (see attached rating label). You'd need a beefy voltage converter and even then it's no telling how the compressors will fare over the long run. I did go ahead and estimate freight charges alone: roughly US$210. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain 3 Droids Posted July 22, 2019 Report Share Posted July 22, 2019 14 minutes ago, David Burrows said: Unfortunately, this is the North American version of the BrewFlo and requires 120V AC (see attached rating label). You'd need a beefy voltage converter and even then it's no telling how the compressors will fare over the long run. I did go ahead and estimate freight charges alone: roughly US$210. Thanks for response David, didn’t consider voltage etc. With a converter and freight and the risk of “rough” handling doesn’t make it worthwhile. As said, great offer and I’m sure will be snapped up. Thanks again Mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Burrows Posted July 25, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2019 Last call, I'm going to recycle the BrewFlo if no takers by end of this week (27 July). Also, I'm willing to ship just the Kegging Packs within US or CA if anyone is interested in taking them off my hands. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain 3 Droids Posted July 25, 2019 Report Share Posted July 25, 2019 7 minutes ago, David Burrows said: Last call, I'm going to recycle the BrewFlo if no takers by end of this week (27 July). Also, I'm willing to ship just the Kegging Packs within US or CA if anyone is interested in taking them off my hands. Just can’t believe you have no takers David. Can you advertise elsewhere for free like eBay etc. such a waste for recycling but you can only try. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rennce Posted July 25, 2019 Report Share Posted July 25, 2019 2 hours ago, Barrelboy said: Just can’t believe you have no takers David. Can you advertise elsewhere for free like eBay etc. such a waste for recycling but you can only try. Good luck Yes I am surprised no one has snapped it up. I picked up a brewflow from a local Tassie guy last week. Whilst not free he had dropped the price to $175 to try and get a sale. Bonus was when I picked it up it also came with 5 kegs and bits and bobs. Next problem to solve was to buy a beerdroid, which I have done and pickup from post office today. I looked at second hand ones from the mainland but postage to Tassie was the killer (Sendie is cheap but the volume of the box was over their max so wasn’t an option so purchased new). The chap who sold me the beerflow kindly gave me a run down on the brewflow and kegging as well which was great. Cheers Terry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain 3 Droids Posted July 25, 2019 Report Share Posted July 25, 2019 1 hour ago, Rennce said: Yes I am surprised no one has snapped it up. I picked up a brewflow from a local Tassie guy last week. Whilst not free he had dropped the price to $175 to try and get a sale. Bonus was when I picked it up it also came with 5 kegs and bits and bobs. Next problem to solve was to buy a beerdroid, which I have done and pickup from post office today. I looked at second hand ones from the mainland but postage to Tassie was the killer (Sendie is cheap but the volume of the box was over their max so wasn’t an option so purchased new). The chap who sold me the beerflow kindly gave me a run down on the brewflow and kegging as well which was great. Cheers Terry Great bargain with the beerflo plus the accessories. You will throughly enjoy and be amazed at the quality results you will get from the Beerdroid. Good info on this forum and if you need info etc then feel free to contact. I’m looking for a second unit, no second hand ones here in SA and most interstates won’t post. I do prefer new so will await a brewart special. What brews/styles are interested in? Have you brewed before? (Checkout here and Brewprint reviews for some responses.) Cheers Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rennce Posted July 26, 2019 Report Share Posted July 26, 2019 5 hours ago, Barrelboy said: Great bargain with the beerflo plus the accessories. You will throughly enjoy and be amazed at the quality results you will get from the Beerdroid. Good info on this forum and if you need info etc then feel free to contact. I’m looking for a second unit, no second hand ones here in SA and most interstates won’t post. I do prefer new so will await a brewart special. What brews/styles are interested in? Have you brewed before? (Checkout here and Brewprint reviews for some responses.) Cheers Mark I missed the real bargain the guy had: 2 droids, a brewflow and a heap of kit that went for $800. In terms of brewing I don’t have much experience other than a couple of bad brews about 5 years ago. Beer types I like are British Ales and Bitters and Porters. Looking forward the trying the Californian Steam. Cheers Terry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Courtney Posted July 26, 2019 Report Share Posted July 26, 2019 (edited) 6 hours ago, Barrelboy said: I’m looking for a second unit, no second hand ones here in SA and most interstates won’t post. I do prefer new so will await a brewart special. There is one for sale used 5 times no more than 20 kms from you no not me...i did grab some kegs though, will check out the price Edited July 26, 2019 by Rob Courtney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain 3 Droids Posted July 26, 2019 Report Share Posted July 26, 2019 1 hour ago, Rob Courtney said: There is one for sale used 5 times no more than 20 kms from you no not me...i did grab some kegs though, will check out the price Interesting. Can’t find on eBay or gumtree so another selling site? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert the Brews Posted February 1, 2021 Report Share Posted February 1, 2021 Hi David, I have recently bought a BeerDroid and I am very happy with it. Do you still have the original packaging for your BrewFlo? I may be interested in take yours off your hands. Does it fit 5 L kegsL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert the Brews Posted February 1, 2021 Report Share Posted February 1, 2021 17 hours ago, Paul Weare said: Hi David, I have recently bought a BeerDroid and I am very happy with it. Do you still have the original packaging for your BrewFlo? I may be interested in take yours off your hands. Does it fit 5 L kegsL David, I will take your BrewFo and pay for shipping. Please pack it well and sturdy. Contact me to make arrangements. pweare@rogers.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain 3 Droids Posted February 1, 2021 Report Share Posted February 1, 2021 15 minutes ago, Paul Weare said: David, I will take your BrewFo and pay for shipping. Please pack it well and sturdy. Contact me to make arrangements. pweare@rogers.com Hi Paul and welcome. David’s post was July 2019 so you might be a bit late and he may not see your post so perhaps message him through this app. Cheers. Ps what styles do you enjoy and are you bottling at the moment? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert the Brews Posted February 2, 2021 Report Share Posted February 2, 2021 I am just preparing to keg a batch of American Pale Ale that came with BeerDroid from Amazon. As the BrewPrints are not available in Canada, I will be forced to buy 2.5 L kits from one of your competitors. I was hoping to get the Breedlove to complete the system, but, I guess I'll have to buy that from your competitors too. Cheers mate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert the Brews Posted February 2, 2021 Report Share Posted February 2, 2021 BrewFlo. Stupid spellcheck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain 3 Droids Posted February 2, 2021 Report Share Posted February 2, 2021 10 minutes ago, Paul Weare said: I am just preparing to keg a batch of American Pale Ale that came with BeerDroid from Amazon. As the BrewPrints are not available in Canada, I will be forced to buy 2.5 L kits from one of your competitors. I was hoping to get the Breedlove to complete the system, but, I guess I'll have to buy that from your competitors too. Cheers mate. Can you get the tins of Mr Beer in Canada? They are great for10l brews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert the Brews Posted February 2, 2021 Report Share Posted February 2, 2021 Nope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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