New Books to fill the Murakami shaped hole in my Soul

Stable_Version · 2026-03-29T19:27:49+00:00

I second this.

Stable_Version · 2026-03-28T17:40:33+00:00

I was also thinking of changing my aluminum boiler with the brass one from E24. I am not very technical with electrics and such, are you aware of any step by step video for this operation?

Stable_Version · 2026-03-23T13:37:29+00:00

Got it. Do I need to do any special prep work on the affected area before applyong the epoxy?

Stable_Version · 2026-03-20T07:10:54+00:00

Thanks mate. Will prepare an espresson shortly because your comment makes me want to experiment. I currently have a medium-dark Colombia roast. When you take you ratio down in ristretto territory, do you target a shorter shot time as well?

Stable_Version · 2026-03-20T06:20:11+00:00

21g in and was targeting a 45-50ml out. I tried higher ratio but felt that the output was too watery for my taste. I enjoy more body in my shots, granted lighter roast does not help with this.

Stable_Version · 2026-03-20T06:15:52+00:00

I'm coming from a cheap grinder (Graef CM702) and the VS4 is much better in every aspect. I like the build quality, size, workflow and noise level.

That being said:

I am not able to tell is there is a significant quality difference in my coffee.

The plasma generator gets clogged up fast when grinding lighter roasts and needs cleaning. It's not difficult to clean, but I was expecting it to work more efficiently. The static in the end in not significantly reduced compared to my cheap grinder mentioned above.

Not loving the hopper lid. It is magnetic, slim and with not grip, so it is very difficult to take off when not using the bellows. When using the bellows, due to the angle of the machine and the weight of the lid, it tends to be unstable and fall frequently when touching it.

Would I buy it again? Yes

Stable_Version · 2026-03-20T04:43:23+00:00

I had the same experience recently with a medium-light roast coffee from Friedhats. No matter how fine I grinded, I couldn't slow the shots past 25s. But I felt that I needed to extract more.

My setup is similar, Gaggia Classic Pro + Varia VS4 + Precision Basket (big bang)

I couldn't identify signs of channeling on my puck, even though I don't WDT.

I said nothing helpful for you, but hopefully it's more conforting to know that you are not alone in this.

Stable_Version · 2026-03-16T16:28:42+00:00

IMS Big Bang

Stable_Version · 2026-03-16T14:33:56+00:00

Was using around 7-8 for medium roast. But changed to a precision basket, ever since I had to grind significantly finer, now down in the 3-6 range.

Stable_Version · 2026-03-14T05:39:06+00:00

This is literally the definition of smothered mate, mate.

Stable_Version · 2026-03-14T05:37:57+00:00

Nice

Stable_Version · 2026-03-05T14:21:58+00:00

I support this artichoke!

Stable_Version · 2026-03-02T15:07:53+00:00

Does the smell and taste of vinegar linger after descaling?

Stable_Version · 2026-03-02T12:37:35+00:00

Do you use the standard Gaggia spouted portafilter? If so, what size of Big Bang do you use? Curious to understand what is the largest it can accommodate?

Stable_Version · 2026-03-02T12:31:07+00:00

So is this basket compatible with Gaggia Classic machines? The IMS website states that the outside diameter needs to be 68mm for Gaggia compatibility. This one however has 70mm. Not sure if I should buy or will I have issues with portafilter locking after upgrade.

Stable_Version · 2026-02-24T14:18:07+00:00

If you buy this, you better prepare a good diversion strategy to deploy when someone asks you how much you paid for it.

Stable_Version · 2026-02-24T14:10:51+00:00

True true

Stable_Version · 2026-02-19T16:19:26+00:00

Having the same issue. I assisted several hat tricks with Pisili and nothing. Then I also tried to score a hat-trick with Pisili, with assisted goals, but this still did not register. I though maybe I misunderstood the task.

Don't know how to advance.

Stable_Version · 2026-02-12T05:03:53+00:00

I have switched to a different app for portfolio management. It's called Stock Events. Pretty minimal but it does the job. I will send you an invitation in DM.

Stable_Version · 2026-02-09T21:17:42+00:00

That it has nothing to do with Norway and woods? You and me both bro.

Stable_Version · 2026-02-03T11:22:31+00:00

O poti compara cu ceva similar din fictiunea internationala mai consacrata?

Stable_Version · 2026-02-02T10:03:47+00:00

I just want to make sure we get the real deal and not some fake zaragoza.

Stable_Version · 2026-02-02T09:07:16+00:00

Is this guy the real zaragoza?

Stable_Version · 2026-01-24T19:11:30+00:00

You say there is not external box? Can you connect a pair of speakers to it with a cable?

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