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- February 4th, 2020, 1:17 pm
- Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
- Replies: 1
- Views: 291
Return of the Ventus
Hello All! It's been awhile as life really tends to keep us away from our true joys! Anyway, here is a video of some interesting lever machines I've talked about; The Ventus and the Triangulum. There is also more information on these machines here on Home Barista from the past! {video}
- August 29th, 2017, 1:47 pm
- Forum: Buy/Sell
- Replies: 0
- Views: 221
[GONE] La Marzocco Silicone Gaskets
Hello all! I recently came into 6 free La Marzocco Silicone gaskets. I just wanted to pass them along if anyone needed them! As I don't own a LM machine. They appear to be 7mm conical silicone group gaskets If you would like one (one per person please!) You can send me a self addressed envelope
- August 23rd, 2017, 1:27 pm
- Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
- Replies: 1
- Views: 196
Steam wand too loose after lubrication
You might be slightly over doing it with the lube. Really there is no reason for lubing the ball joint itself as Teflon is self lubricating for the most part. More {link} That said, you should put a film around any o-rings in the joint. A dab will do you. Best, Jorian
- April 12th, 2017, 10:53 am
- Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1330
Boiler overfilling when plumbed-in espresso machine is off
I'm glad your issue was resolved! Just as a note, line pressure is definitely odd sometimes. In your case, the valve definitely needed replacing, but I just wanted to share this thought: If you still have a problem with the fill in the future, try reversing the the fill valve direction. That is swap...
- January 22nd, 2017, 2:35 pm
- Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
- Replies: 1
- Views: 92
Extracting broken pin from a Mazzer collar?
Yes, a screw extractor would work if you can't grab the stub. I've used them with success. Try a set similar to this: {link} I'd advise taking the collar off and putting it in a vice (With padding to protect it from the jaws). Then go slow and take your time. Also, some penetrating oil might
- November 5th, 2016, 3:43 pm
- Forum: Espresso Machines
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4266
Backflush with or without shower screen?
Working for a whole sell roasting company. Our training department trains cafes to backflush with screen in
- October 14th, 2016, 12:37 pm
- Forum: Espresso Machines
- Replies: 8032
- Views: 1323752
Post a pic of your home espresso setup...
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- August 22nd, 2016, 9:24 pm
- Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1550
My custom lever on show
Very cool!
- August 14th, 2016, 9:58 pm
- Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
- Replies: 2
- Views: 163
Blown heating element residue in boiler
I can't say that it is "ok" for brew water. But recently I blew an element. A 50/50 distilled vinegar and distilled water soak got my boiler clean. It's cheap and worth a try!
- August 4th, 2016, 12:47 pm
- Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
- Replies: 24
- Views: 3124
DIY saturated grouphead spring lever project
Completely agree with Tom. I have the same experience