I purchased one of these machines yesterday and was wondering if there is anyone in the Boston area interested in sharing their knowledge about how to get the best results with these machines.
If so please let me know. Thanks Jonathan

I am in Boston and have 2 of them, an 85 and an 89. I also have a newd portafilter.

Not sure if there is much to share, get a good grinder, I have a Mazzer mini and a Le Lit PL53 and I like the LeLit better.

It's nearly impossible to pull a bad shot with the Cremina. I own a 6 other pump machines, including a Rancilio S27 at work. And Cremina just put them all to shame.

I found several sources for replacement gaskets etc.. without having to buy the whole set or ordering from Olympia, CH.

You can email me directly at dino246 at gmail.com