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  1. Thread: Drop replacement

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    Drop replacement

    Is there a tool for removing drops easily?
  2. Thread: Electric float

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    The bottom of my concentrate tank is approx 4 ft...

    The bottom of my concentrate tank is approx 4 ft higher than the evaporator. When full you can add another 12 ft of head. The result is the concentrate has too much pressure for my float valve. I...
  3. Thread: Electric float

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    Electric float

    I'm looking at getting a new evaporator and was wondering about electric float control. Has anyone any experience with them and would you recommend them? Thanks in advance for any help.
  4. Thread: Wire Twisters

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    View Post

    I’ve done thousands with auto twister and they do work well. Just Looking for something better as my old joints and muscles just aren’t what they used to be.
  5. Thread: Wire Twisters

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    Wire Twisters

    Looking to get wire tie twister for installing mainline. Thinking I would like one for a power drill. Anyone have any experience with those and do they work OK?
  6. Thread: Top line size

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    1 mainline. Pump and releaser right at start...

    1 mainline. Pump and releaser right at start (less than 10 ft) of line.
  7. Thread: Top line size

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    We use post every 10-15 ft with high tensile wire...

    We use post every 10-15 ft with high tensile wire set with laser but do still have some issues with flow.
    I’m having trouble deciphering the Cornell vacuum notebook but guessing with our slope...
  8. Thread: Top line size

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    Mainline

    I will have about 1200 ft of mainline. All with less than 1% slope here in flat country. Not exactly sure on number of taps yet but likely between 1500 and 2000.
  9. Thread: Top line size

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    Top line size

    Can top (dry) line be different size than bottom (wet) line? For
    Example of I have 1.5 inch on bottom is 1” ok for top line?
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    CDL 12v releaser

    Contacted CDL dealer to order one and was told CDL does not make this. Is he wrong?
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    CDL 12 vac releaser

    Where can I find more info on this 12 vac releaser?
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    Will have about 2000 taps with very minimal slope

    Will have about 2000 taps with very minimal slope
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    Gas powered vacuum pump

    Interested in recommendations for best gas powered vacuum pump.
  14. Thread: Maple lollipops

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    Lollipops

    I make 100% pure maple syrup lollipops ( nothing added)by cooking to 320 degrees and quickly pouring into mold. The secret is to raise temp slowly so you don’t burn it. Use a size pan that allows you...
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    I know one difference is new gen has stainless...

    I know one difference is new gen has stainless hoses instead of plastic. May be others but I remember that because of problems I had this year with plastic hoses on my turbo model.
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    Springtech Extreme

    Anyone using a Springtech Extreme RO? Thinking of getting one but would like to have some input from current users. Currently have a Lapierre 600 and looking to add another RO of some kind. All...
  17. Thread: Vinegar

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    Vinegar

    Got some apple vinegar from a neighbor. Do I dilute it or use straight To clean evaporator?
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    We tapped vacuum line. Approx 1100 taps. Got...

    We tapped vacuum line. Approx 1100 taps. Got about 2000 gal sap this weekend. Based on weather forecast looks like 3rd or 4th week February before we will do buckets.
  19. Thread: Hanna Checker

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    I also had inconsistent results and contacted...

    I also had inconsistent results and contacted Hanna. I was told by Hanna that accuracy of their meter is +/- 4% so variations of this amount are to be expected.
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    Question on Syrup color

    During season I packaged most of my syrup in large containers (a few 5 gallon pails but mostly 55 gallon drums). All were packed at 180-190 degrees. I am now finding when opening them that the syrup...
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    Vinegar

    Does it matter what kind of vinegar is used?
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    What is the correct vinegar/water ratio?

    What is the correct vinegar/water ratio?
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    I have 35 CFM Indiana Vacuum pump. Runs 22-25...

    I have 35 CFM Indiana Vacuum pump. Runs 22-25 vacuum
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    10 inches = 25 cm

    10 inches = 25 cm
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    Need help on correct size of tubing and pump

    I have approximately 1500 ft. of 1 and 1/4 inch mainline (top and bottom) that has 5 different 3/4 runs of 250', 400', 550', 500', 500' attached at different points along the line. All lines have...
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