Should I replace my taps?

[whity]

I'm kind of new to this. 2013 I had 25 taps on buckets. Last year I went to 72 taps on 5/16 line feeding 1/2 main. Should I replace my taps every year?:confused:

[maple flats]

Only if they are not SS and you want the most sap from each tap hole. SS can effectively be cleaned, all others should be replaced every year and the drop (5/16 tubing from the tap to the lateral) should be replaced every 4-5 years for maximum yield.