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by JojoS
January 3rd, 2020, 8:23 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 11
Views: 934

Struggling with consistency

Is the inconsistency referred to is with just the data or with the taste of what is in the cup? Grind retention is most likely the culprit with the faster afternoon shot but the Niche Zero is known to retain very little if any. Temp fluctuation perhaps?
by JojoS
November 8th, 2019, 11:06 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 6
Views: 477

Identifying a used grinder

If the plan is to pair it with the Gaggia Classic then give it a pass especially if you use non-pressurized filter basket. If you use pressurized filter basket, just stick with the Encore
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by JojoS
October 8th, 2019, 6:22 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 23
Views: 8098

Preinfusion and the La Marzocco Linea Mini

Check out the mod of Rick Bond in Youtube if you need preinfusion on the LMLM. {video}
by JojoS
September 21st, 2019, 2:09 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 16
Views: 659

Shot starts at 6 secs, good taste but low volume

What is happening is that you got lucky to hit the nail on the head and now you are doing your best to conform with known standards and ruin whatever good you've got going
by JojoS
September 16th, 2019, 1:22 am
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 2
Views: 787

Water distribution uneven on an espresso machine? [VIDEO]

It is not uncommon with Gaggia Classic. If you dose properly, it will not matter much. You can add an IMS shower screen on top of the OEM screen is water distribution is an issue for you. I also found that water temp has an effect on how the water flows out the tiny holes of the screen. Tweaking the
by JojoS
July 30th, 2019, 8:19 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 11
Views: 895

Pre-Infuse by running group water on puck before locking portafilter

an Aeropress paper filter on top of the puck will surely make things less messy
by JojoS
July 27th, 2019, 4:00 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 23
Views: 17759

Grams of coffee to milliliters of espresso

Consider the stepless mod for your Gaggia MDF
by JojoS
February 14th, 2019, 4:33 am
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 3
Views: 256

How to properly turn the Gaggia Classic off for the day

I have gotten used to the backflush with water routine before turning the machine off after each coffee making session
by JojoS
January 19th, 2019, 6:04 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 2
Views: 355

Why is latte art "easier" on a mocha base?

Density is higher. Target for better shots
by JojoS
November 29th, 2018, 9:01 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 39
Views: 6727

Should I change from a La Marzocco Linea Mini to a Lelit Bianca?

If you live in Melbourne Australia, you can consider the Rick Bond mod. The LM Linea Mini paddle is converted to function like the paddle of the Bianca