For those that know me on here, I have changed my mind a hundred times regarding my operation. I built up to 1000 taps on vac making 300+ gallons a year, to a major downsizing this past season to 250+ taps. I have been through 3 evaporators in 10 seasons, even going from fuel oil back to wood. Went from a 600 D&G RO to a Leader MicRo2. I sold my Smoky Lake 2x8 this past spring, and was planning on just producing sap. Well, after giving it a lot of thought, I couldnt imagine not making syrup. As a result, I just placed an order for an A&A 2x8 raised flue with an airtight front. I had a new 2.5x10 from A&A and made over 1100 gallons on it in 4 seasons. It served me well, so I have no reservations about ordering another one. I still have my Micro2 RO, so will probably tap 250+ again. I turned the major part of my sugarhouse into a cabin, so the rest of it (plus another addition) will become my boiling and kitchen area. Yes, I know I'm crazy.