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Hi,

I need to plug a 7/8 hole in a Sankey keg but am having some trouble finding a 7/8 inch SS nut and bolt.

Anyone have any suggestions?

Basically, I want to install a Blichman Brewmometer, which requires a 1/2 hole. Some kind of adapter would work too.

Thanks,
Jeremy

I think the 1/2 mpt fittings are 3/4 (or so ) OD and require a 7/8 hole for bulkhead usage.try a 1/2" close nipple,2 back up nuts w/caps and some silicone gasket material.Best would be stainless steel but brass may work ok if you keep the internal surfaces clean ( brass contains lead which comes to the surface)

From John Palmer "How to brew"

http://www.howtobrew.com/appendices/appendixB.html

[quote]Cleaning Brass
Some brewers use brass fittings in conjunction with their wort chillers or other brewing equipment and are concerned about the lead that is present in brass alloys. A solution of two parts white vinegar to one part hydrogen peroxide (common 3% solution) will remove tarnish and surface lead from brass parts when they are soaked for 5 minutes or less at room temperature. The brass will turn a buttery yellow color as it is cleaned. If the solution starts to turn green and the brass darkens, then the parts have been soaking too long and the copper in the brass is beginning to dissolve, exposing more lead. The solution has become contaminated and the part should be re-cleaned in a fresh solution.
[quote]

Lead free brass is also available.

Just my 2 cents,hope it helps.

Thanks! I'll see if I can find those.