Refrigerator with built in beer taps.

You have done your research and decided that the best approach for your situation, at this point, is to use a regular refrigerator for a draft beer set up, as opposed to buying a new keg refrigerator. When converting an existing refrigerator to a keg fridge there are several options to consider. You could purchase an entire kit that will give you all you need for the conversion, or you can buy parts and put together your own system. Each approach has it's benefits.

You may already have the majority of parts but just need a refrigerator beer tap or some tubing. In this case you wouldn't bother with a complete kit. If you don't have any components but are willing to scrounge and spend time looking for great deals then you may be able to save some money. Certainly you can buy individual pieces to a system, to replace missing or broken parts. If the refrigerator beer tap is all that you need then by all means just get that.

On the other hand, if you are starting from scratch and want a good reliable system, then you want to consider a whole conversion kit. It will save you time and trouble and get the beer flowing quicker.With this kind of set up you get the hoses, fittings, regulator, and the refrigerator beer tap, as well as all other parts and directions. There are different options with the kits depending on your needs and budget. Good luck and enjoy!