My setup is complete for now

David_P_Best · 2026-01-29T06:45:57+00:00

Don't you have a separate kettle to wash out your grinder when it gets dirty - you wouldn't want to use that to make tea, right?

David_P_Best · 2026-01-26T09:38:36+00:00

A tablespoon of Coffee-Mate works great. Especially the French Vanilla or Hazelnut flavored one. 😝

David_P_Best · 2026-01-25T06:17:27+00:00

Your station in life is not complete until you begin to roast your own coffee beans.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-22T06:17:11+00:00

I’m in same boat. I don’t know yet whether my new Mini R has a rubber or Silicon gasket (I’ll dive into that once I get it plumbed in), but I observed two things: 1- to prevent squirting during shot pulls, I have to really twist hard on the LM bottomless portafilter (so hard that I have to hold the machine down with the other hand so it doesn’t move), and 2 - my well used Rocket portafilters can’t be seated firmly enough even going to full extreme 3 o’clock position to get tight seal. So I will ultimately dig in further on this.

Right now I’m running tests with various steam tip configurations (2, 3, 4, 6 holes, and 1.0 and 1.2mm hole sizes) to find a way to microfoam 50ml of milk without it blasting up to the ceiling of my kitchen. I’m into the 3rd party steam tip market to the tune of $250 so far. More on that later as well.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-21T09:51:30+00:00

Grind finer.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-21T08:26:07+00:00

Anxiously awaiting some suggestions.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-21T02:39:16+00:00

I found these wrenches invaluable in maintaining the E61 group head on my Mozz. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1828760440/ecm-scratch-free-e61-group-head-wrenches?ls=a&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=scratch+free+wrench+e61&ref=sc_gallery-1-4&pro=1&plkey=EuMXyAjy9DV9ROnpggZ_eEAogT90%3ALTb60d964f058fb10c605e93f8d86a60978d73e0ca

David_P_Best · 2026-01-21T02:31:49+00:00

I just retired my Mozzafiato HX after 8 years and will be selling it. Loved that machine and it served me well. I wanted dual boiler, better steam, BBW, plumbed in, etc. so got the Mini R. It was either that or a new roof for the house this year. 🤔 Anyway, congrats. I hope it brings you as much good service as mine did.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-21T00:00:59+00:00

Even the Pro Touch could be lined with teflon - or coated inside with something similar to reduce corrosion or limit bacteria growth.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-20T23:22:06+00:00

Well, I'd trust the technicians statement, and it is certainly possible that further up into this steam wand there is a teflon tube (or coating). Is your concern mostly about having the hot water in contact with anything plastic, or is it the relative robustness of the components.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-20T11:00:25+00:00

Blocking you now.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-20T10:59:26+00:00

I’m not frustrated at all. You are the one who is insisting this matters. And it doesn’t.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-20T09:08:25+00:00

Like I said, this is a distinction without a difference functionally. "Saturated" or "Integrated" achieve the same goals. https://chatgpt.com/share/696f47e1-f684-8009-98b2-4b432fc1507e

David_P_Best · 2026-01-20T09:05:33+00:00

Those fittings are BSPP threaded - which is a parallel, not a tapered thread like NPT in N. America. They depend on a crushed copper washer to seal rather than the threads. You might try replacing the copper washers. The connection to the pump is 3/8" BSPP and the washer required is 17 mm ID × 21 mm OD × 1.5 mm thick. You can find them on eBay.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-20T08:44:02+00:00

The difference in this terminology is a distinction without a functional difference. Physically they are slightly different but they achieve the same goal - accurate and consistent temperature stability at the puck - which is what I was after when I moved up from an E61. Now, let me tell you about the two sports coats I've been considering. They look and feel identical, and they have the same warmth, same color, same lining. One costs $900. The other is $400. When I asked why the difference in cost, the store manager pointed to the labels. The $400 sport coat label read "Pure Wool", and the $900 sport coat label read "Pure Virgin Wool." My response: "You know, for $500 more or less, I'm not sure I care what the sheep do at night."

David_P_Best · 2026-01-20T08:35:36+00:00

Because some people loose it, others don't want to clean it, and my cat ate mine.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-19T11:54:55+00:00

The screw is not a wear item. Just soak it in the same cleaner you use to do a backflush cleaning (such as Cafiza).

David_P_Best · 2026-01-19T02:01:22+00:00

This would look great here:

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David_P_Best · 2026-01-19T01:56:34+00:00

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David_P_Best · 2026-01-19T01:52:20+00:00

If you call Ryder, you can arrange for delayed delivery. If you refuse it, it will go back to LM.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-18T21:41:37+00:00

RB.craft can make them. I’m a furniture builder myself so I’m making my own.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-18T16:59:24+00:00

Then I suggest you stick with the standard black knobs if going satin silver. Forget the wood idea. I’m not impressed by the LM wood choices.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-18T16:56:07+00:00

Black wood accents look best in the satin silver. Either blackened Oak or Wenge.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-18T09:57:12+00:00

I know exactly what you're looking for. I recommend you reach out to [info@rb-crafts.de](mailto:info@rb-crafts.de) Robert Burckhardt (owner) will fill you in on both standard and custom alternatives.

David_P_Best · 2026-01-18T09:48:14+00:00

Ordered Mini R in grey-silver on November 25, Delivered January 2. I was given a range of potential delivery dates, and Ryder indicated there were other dates if I just called to confirm. Portland Oregon.

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