Not a hands on guy....what is the best value kegerator??

[pistonsfan70]

I've read alot on this forum and basically it seems that alot of entry-level keg coolers suck. My range is $500 and I am not a hands on guy and would worry about messing up an install, so what are my options? Is there one kegerator that is worth it for $500? Or do they all suck?

Thanks in advance. I'm glad I found this forum before I bought anything!

[edramshaw]

I would go with a refrigerator conversion kit and pick up a used fridge from the paper or craigslist. It requires a little work but not too much. It basically involves drilling a hole in the door and perhaps one on the side. Everything else just kind of bolts together. To get a solid unit you need to spend around a thousand. Micromatic has the Summit which is closer to your price range but it doesn't have a blower in the tower as I understand it. Just my two cents, good luck!

[pistonsfan70]

Can anyone point me in the direction of a nice kit at least?? I have no idea the differences between the ones listed on here besides the price. I am pretty much just starting to learn about them so keep it in lamens terms please lol.

[ashman]

Originally Posted by pistonsfan70

Can anyone point me in the direction of a nice kit at least?? I have no idea the differences between the ones listed on here besides the price. I am pretty much just starting to learn about them so keep it in lamens terms please lol.

http://www.micromatic.com/draft-keg-...ts-cid-73.html

[edramshaw]

Refer to the link that ashman posted.

The value and the standard kits have most everything you need. The difference is that the standard kit has a drip tray which you would mount to the fridge door. This keeps things neat when it comes to dripping beer. I would recommend the premium kit, this one has everything you need including a cleaning kit which is important. It also comes with a drip tray that is easier to mount.

This link will supply you with a bunch of info on converting a fridge: http://www.micromatic.com/draft-keg-...lio-cid-4.html


Hope this helps.

[pistonsfan70]

So is the tower kit better for small fridges and the door kit better for full size fridges??

If there is not other differnce, I am leaning towards the tower kit because I think it looks cleaner.

[pistonsfan70]

Also, what is the ideal size for a mini fridge as in cubic feet?

[edramshaw]

With the tower kits, you need to install a blower which is what you were trying to avoid doing. The door kits do not require a blower to keep the lines cool. With regards to size you just need to find a fridge that will fit the size kegs you want.

[psychodad]

Originally Posted by pistonsfan70

Not a hands on guy....

You don't have to be. You just need to know someone who is that likes beer.