SteveGallo

Hi guys,

I'm looking at some 0-30 psi kits and there's a fairly large variance in prices.  Larry Zoeller has a kit for ~$80 + shipping, but comes with a gauge and a ball valve.  High temp tools has one without a ball valve for ~$50 + shipping.  I found this one on ebay from Bayou Classic at http://www.ebay.com/itm/LPG-Propane-Regulator-Adjustable-High-Pressure-0-30-psi-Bayou-Classic-M5HPR-30-/191001242332?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c788faadc that has neither a ball valve or gauge, but is only $35 with free shipping.  It seems to be made for frying or grilling and uses a braided cable, so I have no idea if it's doable for a venturi burner.  There's also a few random ones on ebay from lithuania.

Can anyone recommend one?  I obviously want to go with the cheapest suitable option without cutting any corners.  Thanks!

1.5 diameter is NOT double the size of .75,  one inch is closer to double  the 3/4, your math is incorrect

I didn't really do math, I just wrote that without thinking about it.  Thanks for the info though.

It is not too large for a small furnace, but I think it is over kill for a normal size forge.  Read up and you will notice 3/4" is a common size.  Welcome to the forum

I've seen pretty much everywhere that one or two 3/4" is standard for that size forge (which I figure is about 550 cubic inches), but as long as a burner double that diameter will work then I'll be happy.  Would I be ripping through the fuel or have a hard time controlling temps with one that size?  

Hi guys, long time lurker,

I've been intent on building a forge for the past few years, but could never justify the cost.  My wife, being the amazing woman that she is, bought me more or less all of the supplies I need to get this project off the ground for Christmas.

She based everything off of this video, so those are the materials I have: