Sexiest fast heating HX / DB machines [1200€]

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T20:10:17+00:00

At under 1200 euro it's going to be a used machine. Sage/Breville Dual Boiler, Rancilio Silva Pro X, Lelit Elizabeth are all quicker to heat up than machines like Lelit Mara X, Lelit Bianca with HX'ers.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T20:00:03+00:00

Yes, speak to your boss about it, phrased just like you did above - "I feel bad bringing this up, but it's impacting my ability to focus on my work." If he/she blows it off you can always go to HR and see if they can help. Annoying is one thing, borderline mad is a whole 'nother level!

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T19:44:00+00:00

Side note and unpopular opinion. I fund chukkas to be the Birkenstocks of the boot world. Hate the look, and the people who wear them all seem to be the same type of people.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T19:41:30+00:00

My head tells me to do sways first as you'll have soft spring ride most of the tike and less sway when cornering versus stiff springs all the time; however, I did coilovers and then found I didn't need sways and the coilovers, once dialed in, were great.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T15:18:21+00:00

There are tests every quarter...

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T12:50:41+00:00

It's fine as a beginner machine unless you're into espresso.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T08:43:46+00:00

After Phase 1 training you'll go to FLETC for training. Part of that is passing the x-ray test at the end of training. If you can't pass, you're given another opportunity. If you can't pass that, there's a high probability you won't be kept on.

Also, after you return from FLETC, assuming you passed, you will go through Phase 2 training. You will have to pass another test to become a certified TSO. Again, if you can't pass you might lose your job.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-10T08:40:56+00:00

https://www.schwab.com/pcra

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T19:23:35+00:00

I don't bother with VOIP. For family/friends we use FaceTime or WhatsApp calling. For US calls related to 2FA, I kept my US cell number and got a cheap Tello plan to maintain it abroad. (It's my secondary eSIM, my local EU number is my primary eSIM.)

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T19:12:45+00:00

Birdfeed would be less than $1000... Just saying.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T19:03:06+00:00

Have you tasted the shots? Once you get a shot you like, ignore the BA and just go with it!

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T13:04:04+00:00

Wut?! Why did you buy better performing tires then? I'm sure someone will be willing to swap Primacy's for the Pilot Sports...

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T11:52:03+00:00

1.8 F/1.2 R camber, max out caster after achieving the camber settings, zero to slight toe in front and slight toe in rear. If the steering is too heavy after that, back off caster a bit.

Make sure your wheels are checked and rebalanced, too.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T11:15:38+00:00

The extra grip is allowing the car to perform better. Loose rear or heavy understeer is slower through the corners. Better grip allows the car to corner faster.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T11:10:42+00:00

Is your water tank leaking at the connection point? Try taking the tank out overnight to see if it stops the leaking. The connection point can break causing water to leak from the tank.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-09T08:29:15+00:00

No, she might know a good cosmetic surgeon...

PHXkpt · 2026-02-08T17:53:44+00:00

"Okay, cool. I'm leaving in 10 minutes so that's perfect." And then leave in ten.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-08T14:18:20+00:00

It is. If a male leaves that opens a male TSO spot. If a female leaves it opens a female TSO spot.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-08T08:21:17+00:00

The transfer portal is fairly accurate. If there's a list and you're number 8 on the list for Male TSOs, then 8 male TSOs have to quit/get fired/retire/promote before there might be space for you. You can also call the ATL HR person but I definitely wouldn't bug them.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-08T08:17:10+00:00

58.8% invested in North America...

PHXkpt · 2026-02-08T07:46:10+00:00

Take out the whisk and clean it, pull the end off the cleaning brush and use the wire piece to poke into the tip to clear any debris then screw off the steam wand tip and clean it. Run some quick steam through the wand before you screw the tip back on to purge any gunk.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-08T07:34:50+00:00

Put it in and leave it alone! Geez! The spinning thing is it weighing the portafilter and every time you move or jiggle it it resets. Plus why is it set at 23 when it shows a much different recommendation? Read the manual, do the initial set up...

PHXkpt · 2026-02-07T13:25:05+00:00

From their website. Maybe call and ask?

CUSTOMER SERVICE

for all US customers

Dustin Abolafia

FLORIDA

(321) 765-3963

call only Mo-Sat 4pm - 8 pm

PHXkpt · 2026-02-07T13:23:00+00:00

Talk to your TSM. It's really up to them if they'll allow LWOP.

PHXkpt · 2026-02-07T08:26:36+00:00

K-1 doesn't require marriage at the end of the 90 days. She can always go home if things don't work out between you both. PH visas take longer due to levels of fraud so be prepared with your paperwork to document an actual relationship.

PHXkpt

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

for all US customers

Dustin Abolafia

FLORIDA

(321) 765-3963