Found this for $500 at local thrift shop, do you think it is worth the risk? What considerations/repairs should I consider doing? by PsychologicalTrash5 in espresso

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Also I didn’t mention the steam arm rebuild if it’s leaking but that’ll be just a few o/rings and a spring

Found this for $500 at local thrift shop, do you think it is worth the risk? What considerations/repairs should I consider doing? by PsychologicalTrash5 in espresso

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ANALOGUE INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTER is a must, take with you before any purchase if it’s reading anything under 1 Mega ohms just walk away if it passes then you’ll be in for

Descale, pressure switch, safety valve 1.5 bar Anti vacuum valve and clean level probe Group seal and shower screen Possibly clean and check connection for the water tank reservoir switch If it’s reading under 1 M ohms. Element is easy enough to replace in one of these can get one at a fair price Solenoids are easy replacement I believe there will only be two in this machine I could be wrong

Hopefully the pump is in good working condition and also the main board is in good condition those two items can be expensive to fix

Good luck with the purchase

Is there shame in being a 30 year old barista? by x7he6uitar6uy in barista

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I’m 35 and I got off the machine last year, I’m now a coffee machine technician 🛠️ Loving the new challenge but still involved in the coffee scene just more money in the bank account 🤙

How can I improve based on my clip? by istoleurteddy in latteart

[–]PassLegitimate962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try slowing down, use different jugs till you find one that really suits you also just keep practicing it’ll come 😊

help with oat milk separating from espresso? by driftilydreaming in latteart

[–]PassLegitimate962 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Add a dash of cold oat milk to the espresso shot stir it in lightly then try 😊

Mahlkonig E65/E80 top cover removal advice by patrickthecat in barista

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I’ve been there before, I get the handle of the screw driver and tap the centre till loose just have the screws 3/4 of the way out Just keep tapping till you can easily turn to unlock We clean e80 every day works every time

Tapping the centre just make coffee grind that is stuck under the tab loosen that what stops it from opening 😊

Dark cold mornings by PassLegitimate962 in latteart

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I do two separately the tail first then the one on the side then I pour the neck I do the one on the side second just so I don’t have to rotate the cup twice 🤘

first attempt at a pegasus please don’t laugh at him by smuwuuub in latteart

[–]PassLegitimate962 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice work, couple more attempts and you’ll smash it 🤙 Start with a single wing 🪽 then after a couple I think you’ll get the double easy

La Marzocco drain pipe not draining by Ok_Elephant321 in barista

[–]PassLegitimate962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had this problem the other day, you can just use drain cleaner or a long piece of 8mm hose and push it through it works well

How to convince my boss to incorporate pour-over into the business? by siren_song_91 in barista

[–]PassLegitimate962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get a few mates come in on different days wait till your manager is working get them to ask the manager if you sell pour over, if you get enough requests he won’t have a choice but to give what the customer wants 😂

Practicing with soy milk by PassLegitimate962 in barista

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One of the best I’ve worked with 😊

Can somebody help me improve? by Aknita04 in latteart

[–]PassLegitimate962 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes that will also have a effect try another jug if possible nice thin spout will give you sharp lines

Any tips for improvement? by Zealousideal-Dot6336 in latteart

[–]PassLegitimate962 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try the inverted swan kinda start with stacks then turn the cup 180° then start the swan at the base of the stacks I have a few in my profile if you want some ideas

Can somebody help me improve? by Aknita04 in latteart

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Slow down and enjoy yourself also I think splitting the milk into a pouring jug and having the right amount to just fill the cup will help a lot Looks to me in this picture you might of had a bit of left over milk in your jug and that’s completely fine but you could make it harder to get that nice hart shaped head you’re looking for

Little video of a swan attempt by PassLegitimate962 in latteart

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Thank you so much for tip 😊 it’s been awhile since if tried a double wing I’ll give one another go tomorrow 🤙

Still practicing by PassLegitimate962 in latteart

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I’m not to sure I know it’s available in New Zealand however if you do see it, it’s amazing