Just one tablespoon of lime to 5 gallons ? Kind of a weak mix is it not ? When I used to mix I used 2 tablespoons to the gallon and tried to keep the mixing water as cold and or cool as possible. and when I stirred it I did it s slow as possible to not mix air and CO'2 into the batch and then I kept the bucket top on tight. And if you allow the batch to set a few days it will be better also.. As for larger batches it is all the same just use more lime a good batch will have a P.H of 12 to 14 I never found a need for vinegar myself. Still don't All My reactor uses is freshwater with a P.H of 6.9 out of the water filter. watch the vinegar if you have to use it ? But again I'd ask Why use vinegar .. _________ Some of the world's greatest feats were accomplished by people not smart enough to know they were impossible (Doug Larson) |