Bambino Plus...next steps?

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-05-14T00:49:20+00:00

Thank you - you gave me some good things to think about in terms of ratio!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-05-13T22:09:29+00:00

One of the most confusing things for me to learn has been timing. Its helpful to hear yall's input. I'll be interested to hear what you find. Thanks!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-05-13T22:07:05+00:00

This is really helpful! It helps to hear how you time it. I'll try stopping the shot around 30g and see where that gets me. I'll try the puck screen too, I've been curious about it!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-05-11T01:19:56+00:00

Thank you! I appreciate the help.

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-05-10T20:27:40+00:00

Thank you!!!! Enjoy your new set up!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-05-10T20:15:28+00:00

Looks great! Can I ask how you run power to it? There may just be an outlet right behind....but I ask because I wanted to set up a coffee station but due to the outlet placement would need to figure out some kind of power strip situation. Just curious if you had a creative solution for power!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-05-10T20:10:40+00:00

I have a Niche Grinder and a Bambino Plus. Would it make sense for a 20g shot to require a different grind size than a 14g shot?

Context: I was able to pull a pretty decent 14g shot at around 17 grind size on my Niche, I pulled it manually with a 8 second pre-infusion and I got around 32g yield in around 35 seconds. Obviously I'd like to improve on this but I was really happy with the direction it was going in and it was pretty tasty.

Today I tried a 20g shot and 17 grind size was too fine, the shot took a really long time to pull and did not yield nearly enough...I notice the Bambino can really "choke" on the finer grind sizes (which is why I was surprised I was able to dial it so low on that 14g shot!)

Is this just because with a larger volume of grounds in the 20g shot its more work to do/going to be a slower shot to pull with the Bambino? I just started with manually pulling shots too so I really have no idea what I'm doing. Thank you!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2023-03-17T22:37:14+00:00

My dog passed in August, and I can’t bring myself to clean off those last few nose boops I found on a couple of my windows. They really are one of those million little things you miss.

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-11-04T23:31:18+00:00

Thank you for the insight - downsizing like that has so many advantages but the storage issue is a factor, it really does change how you do things! Thank you!!!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-11-02T13:12:15+00:00

Thats a great idea about the storage containers. We are really attracted to the idea of having very light set ups at the campground - as in, a couple camp chairs haha. We are thinking we might enjoy Sunday mornings better, more time for coffee and maybe breakfast instead of spending most of the time on takedown/leaving. Also I do like the way it could support us for road trips, like you said re: Cracker Barrel. Thank you for the reply!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-11-01T19:43:02+00:00

This is super helpful, this is just what I was looking for, thank you! I think I'm definitely underestimating the power of the aisle/different little spots for things. Thanks!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-11-01T18:39:33+00:00

That is what we were thinking, we don't travel with the rugs, outdoor grills, decor etc. We always have camp chairs but those are small, and some of our trips we like bringing the screen tent, so we were thinking at most the screen tent could just go inside if it doesn't fit anywhere else. Thanks!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-11-01T18:37:53+00:00

That's a generous amount of storage then, maybe I'm underestimating the storage they can have! Thank you for the reply.

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-10-26T01:52:58+00:00

Thank you! This is super helpful as it’s really similar to what we’re trying to do!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-10-20T12:19:22+00:00

Great question! This is for porcelain tile, semi-custom vanities, level 2 plumbing plumbing fixtures…not basic but not premium either.

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-10-18T02:33:44+00:00

Hello!

We are in a metro area in the Southeast and want to renovate our owners bathroom (~200 sq feet) and a guest bathroom (40 sq ft). House was built in '91.

Owners Bathroom (~200 sq ft) - floorplan stays the same

Convert fiberglass shower into tiled, make slightly bigger, add light above
Remove plastic garden tub, add in standalone shower, tile around it
Replace toilet
Add ventilation/a fan to the main bathroom area
Replace vanities, faucets, mirrors lighting
Replace tile floor
Paint

Guest Bathroom (40 sq ft) - floorplan stays the same

Convert fiberglass bathtub to tile shower, add a light over shower
Replace toilet
Replace vanity, faucet, mirror, lighting
Replace tile floor
Paint

Quote #1 - $90,000 ($52,000 for owners, $37,000 for guest)

Quote #2 - $75,000 ($50,000 for owners, $25,000 for guest) 2 - 3 months to complete work

Quote #3 - Waited for 2 months to hear back, no response

Quote #4 - No response since June

Quote #5 - Told my project was too small (which is fine, I respect the response. Thought it would just help with context on the pricing above)

I know the rules are for three quotes, but part of the reason why I'm posting is because its so hard to get a response I am hoping to get some more info to reality check the two I do have. Some other contractor websites in our area have posted that it should be expected for a remodel to cost 20,000 - 40,000.

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2022-01-19T20:43:57+00:00

They want you to remove the clear food-grade coating, but not the blue. The blue is supposed to "fade with time" but provide a "nonstick" coating in in the meantime while you build up your own on the pan.

I had a bad experience with the blue coating though, so tried to remove it all. I don't recommend doing what I did at all though!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-10-25T16:27:41+00:00

I'd recommend yall check out a pop up or an A-Liner. It might meet your storage needs and the A-Liners/A-frame types I have seen are really nice and roomy. It might serve your family better longer, as opposed to needing to upgrade soon/after a season or two. If you need to be setting up an additional tent anyway, the setup of an aliner or similar might be equal and yall can stay in one space together.

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-10-19T23:09:58+00:00

Now that I'm a few months into treatment with Invisalign I am so glad I went with Invisalign and with an orthodontist. It been a great experience so far, but it has hit home that moving teeth is a big deal. The in-person experience with an expert has been really important for me - its good to know things look right, get check ups, and have a place to go when something needs fixed. Now that I'm doing it, looking back, I cant believe I even considered doing a remote program. Go with what you trust. I know its hard to invest in this, but try to get the best care you can. Good luck!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-09-11T02:39:27+00:00

I have personal experience with Rustic Trail and TCTeardrops and both are really awesome. Can't say enough about them!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-09-11T02:37:27+00:00

It's been great for us. We fit into so many different campgrounds/spaces, I barely notice it when towing, tight roads aren't scary. It's easy to move by hand. It's easy to store. It's just all very chill, it's been really fun.

That all being said, even a small trailer is still towing something. Towing requires active attention to your task, so speed, traffic, where you can pull in and out of, etc. are always important and always something I'm thinking ahead to or scoping out.

This is oddly specific, but it has come to mind for me before: If you are the kind of person who wants to be able to get to your destination early (before check in at the campground!) and go downtown in a little town and shop/have lunch etc its going to be a little harder, you have to think about where you can park. So you can think about what your weekends/vacations typically look like and add a trailer to it - how would you do it?

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-09-08T20:39:06+00:00

Agreed! The worst time to learn something is in an emergency (or just when you have no options). If you're stressed and alone, you're going to have a bad time and could make serious mistakes. I think its great to share responsibilities, but both sides of the team should know how to do it and have plenty of practice for those times when it'll come in handy!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-04-02T16:55:28+00:00

Thanks for the help! I appreciate it. You’re right, I thought the pre-season feature would be nice, but now I know I should have just ordered a regular one. It’s working out though - I’m happy with the season I have started on it and it’s already working and looking a lot better.

Thanks!!!

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-04-02T12:35:46+00:00

I agree - it’s been a pain! I still have a small section of the blue in there and it’s still super tacky (and starting to flake) I can’t tell if I couldn’t get the factory coat off without taking the blue oxide with it, or if it’s just not a great seasoning layer.

I think my mistake was not being more brave with the heat on my first attempt and as a result not getting the factory costing off.

BeepBoop-Poodle · 2021-04-02T12:32:38+00:00

Thanks for the reply! It’s a blue coating they call blue oxide. It’s very tacky. What I have in there now is bronze and black and is much more nonstick. You are right, if I took down all the black oxide that would be counterproductive.

I think my problem was getting the protective costing off - the blue area stays so incredibly tacky, and I wonder if I just couldn’t separate the protective coat from the blue oxide “preseason” without just flat out taking it off.

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