Even 5 feet I think is too long. Unless the caluculations I was using were wrong.
5' of 3/16" line at 3.0 lbs (5*3.0= 15)
lift is 2.5 feet (2.5*.5=1.25)
15 + 1.25 = 16.25 psi
5' of 3/16" beer line would require 16.25 psi which I think is still high.
I cut my line down to 3.5' and set my regulator to 12 psi, but the problem is still occuring. Once the keg has been overcarbonated, how do I go about getting it back to normal? I tried turning off the gas and pulling the pressure relief valve a few times over the last 16 hours, but when I turned the gas back on it still foams like crazy.
As for the probe gasket that someone mentioned yesterday, the tap does have a probe gasket, but it looks like it's in fine condition as far as I can tell. No tears or rips that I can see.
Thanks alot for all the help. I am determined to keep at this until I figure it out, and I know I couldn't do it without you guys!
Mike
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