That was it... Thanks!!!1 The existing Rancilio clip did not hold the Marzocco basket in place... The Marzocco basket does seems to require a bit finer grind...
I am looking for cleaning tips for the Silvia. I make about 5 coffees a day and run a blank shot between each. How often should I clean? What about removing...
I use a Cunill El Cafe Tranquilo, and like it very much. Almost got a Rocky but the Cunill was on sale at an unbelievable price. My advice to folks buying any...
... It is made in Spain. Built like a tank, and the style, color coordinates well with Silvia. I got mine from Sovrana. Shortly after I got mine, they began...
Mario, I backflush even though Rancilio does not recommend it. I use regular citric acid for boiler descaling and an espresso machine cleaner that I bought...
There has been plenty of debate on installing a PID on your Silvia. But is it worth it? I temp surf and have not made a bad shot yet. Is the cost of PID worth...
I have just recently installed a PID, and would never go back. It's not so much the quality, it's about convenience... now I walk up to the machine grind and...
Robin Beech
robinbeech@...
Oct 13, 2005 5:57 am
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The PID stuff is interesting but I'll keep temp surfing. Its just not worth the time or expense or quest for perfection for me. ... Is ... cons...
I qill continue my quest for perfect espresso and I have achieved it a few times without PID. It is all in the roast, grind, tamp and most importantly, THE ...
On Wed, 19 Oct 2005 13:24:45 -0700, walt_wankel <walt_wankel@...> ... I would have to point out that temp surfing also takes time, and that is one of the...
Robin Beech
robinbeech@...
Oct 19, 2005 11:59 pm
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I agree: the roast, grind, tamp and the coffee, especially the freshness of the roast. I use Stumptown coffee exclusively ever since having an extraordinary ...
I live in Nashville and order it directly from Stumptown. It produces better crema than any other coffee I've tried. It is very grind and humidity sensitive...
I have been home roasting for about 5 years with great success. I use a Fresh Roast. Currently I get my beans from Smith Farms (great Kona Peaberry) Sweet ...
Hi, I just received a Rancilio Silvia espresso machine and Rocky grinder as a gift from my husband. I've had other espresso machines, but nothing as nice as...
going out of business sale, espresso machine never used professionally. Best Offer please yahoo msg. vicky_laursen or vickyataddgodotcom Thanks! ... making ...
I suggest you return your new one, and buy ours, (silvia) we had it for about 6 months, and are looking for a two group. ... making ... come ... regards...
... More DETAILS Sorry, left out important details. We have a Rancilio 3 group never used professionally, its about 6 months old, and we have the Silvia also...
... info on our stuff. 1 rancillio sylvia for sale and 1 3grp rancilio for sale. Best Offer. Never used professionally. Used to train 2 people only at home....
Just noticed there hasn't been many postings lately and thought I'd get some interaction flowing! Just curious if everyone still loves their Silvia and if you...
I do love my Silvia. It never makes a bad cup. If I had to upgrade it would be a single group Marzocco. M ... From: Justin Tang <justinctang@...> To:...
... making ... come ... regards ... Hi Kathy I am a pro barista from Toronto and an expert Silvia user. Firstly, the optimal temperature for foamed milk for...
Kathy- pro barista from toronto here again- i just wanted to post a clarification. I mentioned that on your Rocky Doser or Rocky Doserless grinder a setting...
Enter your vote today! A new poll has been created for the ranciliosilvia group: How long have you owned your Sylvia? o More than 5 years. o 3-4 Years o 1-2...
ranciliosilvia@yahoog...
Mar 17, 2009 2:01 pm
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I just purchased a used Silvia and Rocky doser combo and am currently having them serviced to make sure they are in tip-top shape. What I'm wondering is...
... I've never had a PID and I don't think one is necessary to pull good shots. It might help, but if I were going to go to that expense, I'd probably just...
I have had mine for over 5 years and have not needed to PID(although I have considered it). I think that the reason I would go in that directions is if I were...
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