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    A little goes a long way! It looks as though I’ve...

    A little goes a long way! It looks as though I’ve used any!

    Just don’t forget to rinse well before using!!! I’d hate to see someone else lose syrup because of it. I had to dump 5 gallons of syrup...
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    Starsan works great for keeping poly tanks and...

    Starsan works great for keeping poly tanks and totes from growing mold. Just make sure to rinse before use in the spring or you could end up losing sap/syrup like I did.
    I pressure wash my tanks...
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    Well, the end result of me playing around with...

    Well, the end result of me playing around with the foamy sap due to Starsan is hat it boiled down to some amber syrup. Unfortunately it had a slight aftertaste that I just didn’t want to take chances...
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    I boiled some down inside last night on the...

    I boiled some down inside last night on the stove. I didn’t get it all the way to syrup but it was definitely amber color. While it was boiling I didn’t notice any off flavored smell. We tasted it...
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    Both the bottle and their site said that rinsing...

    Both the bottle and their site said that rinsing isn’t necessary. After seeing the amount of foam in the tank I thought about my cleaning practices at the end of last season and the only thing I...
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    Problem with High foam in sap

    At the end of last season I washed all of my tanks and rinsed well. I then sprayed starsan and let dry before storing for the off season. When I set out my collection tanks this season I did not...
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    I use one gal of peroxide with 100 gal of water....

    I use one gal of peroxide with 100 gal of water. This brings it down to the same percentage as the peroxide you buy off the shelf, and what I was told to use in the lines.
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    Thanks for the info, Joe! The past couple of...

    Thanks for the info, Joe!
    The past couple of years I’ve gotten mold in a few of my glass bottles. Even though I warm them prior to bottling I guess I’m just not getting them hot enough. I figured...
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    I have used stainless spouts on my lines since I...

    I have used stainless spouts on my lines since I started. Originally I purchased them from Bascom’s. They were made by a company in VT which has since gone out of business. I bought another batch...
  10. If it was me, I’d clean them ASAP, before they...

    If it was me, I’d clean them ASAP, before they dry too much.

    I fill my lines with hydrogen peroxide and let it sit at least overnight, if not longer, then drain & use and air compressor to dry...
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    I’ve been draining and pulling my syrup pan after...

    I’ve been draining and pulling my syrup pan after every boil & giving it a good cleaning because of the sand and buildup on the bottom. It’s been high for me as well. Usually I can just reverse it...
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    My FIL in Ballston Lake pulled the few taps he...

    My FIL in Ballston Lake pulled the few taps he has earlier this week (just 10). I like the “ultra dark” stuff so I go as long as possible. Next week it’s supposed to drop down below freezing for a...
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    I pulled 50 taps and just finished giving my...

    I pulled 50 taps and just finished giving my collection tanks a good cleaning. I’ll set them out again if the remaining trees I have tapped hold on longer and the sap flows. It looks like a week from...
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    I use a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and water....

    I use a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and water. Build a fire and let it boil hard for about an hour then let it cool.
    When I can put my hand in it comfortably I wipe the pans with a sponge or lightly...
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    I had this happen a few years ago after letting...

    I had this happen a few years ago after letting the evaporator sit for a couple of warm days. After firing it up the foam almost boiled over the top of both pans. I was able to put the fire out...
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    Fireplace cleaner, made by spray nine I believe....

    Fireplace cleaner, made by spray nine I believe. After pressure washing and letting it dry I use fireplace cleaner and it works for me.
  17. Thread: pooping out

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    Sounds like they’re tired and have given you a lot of sap! :lol:
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    I use a drop flue brush when I clean the flues. I...

    I use a drop flue brush when I clean the flues. I then move to the syrup pan and do my best to clean it. As long as I go over it a couple of times it comes out clean enough to boil. End of the season...
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    Sounds about right. I also have a WSE 2 x 6. I...

    Sounds about right. I also have a WSE 2 x 6. I usually clean after 3-400 gallons.... sooner if the level of bubbles makes its way to the top of the last channel. I’ve had to clean more frequently...
  20. Looking for help with new-to-me Leader RO

    Hi everyone,

    I purchased a used Micro 2 RO this past summer. Finally have it hooked up and I’ve ran the rinse, hot water wash, rinse, soap wash, and rinse cycles as the manual states. I have a...
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    I’d be curious to see, but I’d doubt it’s any...

    I’d be curious to see, but I’d doubt it’s any different.

    You on state line? I’m pretty familiar with that area. Parents grew up in Hoosick Falls. Still have family over there. Cousin got married...
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    I’ve been watching the long range on accuweather....

    I’ve been watching the long range on accuweather. Not looking like tapping weather after tomorrow. They show 2-3 good days next week, then temps drop off again. I may wait until Presidents week or...
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    Run two batches through. See if you can taste the...

    Run two batches through. See if you can taste the difference. ��

    What would be really interesting is if your mainline crosses the border into your sugarshack or collection tank!
  24. Thread: ss camlocks

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    15% off code still works! MAPLE15%

    15% off code still works! MAPLE15%
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    Yes it is a Maxant. Right next to an old 2 frame...

    Yes it is a Maxant. Right next to an old 2 frame Root extractor. But that’s my storage room for our beekeeping equipment and some maple bottles. I had to build that addition so I didn’t have to run...
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