I love these "I found it in the trash" tales! I used to walk the alleys on my way to 1st grade just to look in the trash - and I still am a gleaner. That's where the real gratitude lists originate!

I like the complete package suggestion, since I live in a remote area and I am fairly clueless myself. None of my machines have a gauge; therefore, it would be a new learning experience I have often considered. so, count me in!

Richard, Glad to see YOUR post,....ya think I can? I am definitely going to give it a shot! (is that a barista pun?) I finally found a Trosser on Ebay, btw, and I am just digging myself deeper and deeper into the Espresso Lever addiction! Now, If I can get my confidence level up to tackle the rebuil...

I am amazed at all the help and support here! I have an older cremina, and the gasket set; however, I am feeling much trepidation as to my mechanical abilities! I actually have an allen wrench hanging about the group head, trying to get up the nerve to tackle this project. Is there anybody out there...

Treshell I got the grinder apart, and cleaned it. I found a great tool at Wal-Mart for $2.88! It's called an "Oil Filter Wrench Jaw Grip Style" and has serrated jaws and is fully adjustable to fit. It is like a huge adjustable faucet wrench, and it worked quite well! For the price, I would definitel...

Thanks for the info! I am still trying to figure the machine out, but i love it! As far as the "noise" one review I found mentioned, this grinder is truly very quiet! I downloaded a manual for the Pavoni Zip on 1st Line's website; however, I cannot seem to get the ring that holds the burrs

If I am desperate for a chocolate fix I'll even have some unsweetened baker's chocolate... Starry Totally amazing, and I thought I was the only person who would stoop to baker's chocolate! My Grandmama noticed her supply was dwindling, and when she figured out I was snitching her baker's chocolate, ...

I found a link to the manual for the La Pavoni Zip, finally! Yea 1st-line! {link} I tried a couple cups of espresso from the grinder this morning, and they were superb. I agree with the consensus I have noticed here - the grinder can make the biggest difference in your results of all the equipment y...

AndyNZ - I have the Bregant unpacked now, and it needs cleaning,... since it did not come with instructions, perhaps you could give me a quick instruction, or direct me to a site that might contain a manual?. How do I get the burrs off to clean & inspect them? How do I adjust the grind? Do I just

Santa was sure good to you this year!