H2o Spouts
Has anyone used h20's clear non colored spouts? I have used h20 spouts for ~6 years and have had great success with them.
I used the clear ones this year and they are AWEFUL! I've replaced about 200 as of today. Super disappointing when this is a brand I've come to trust. Anyone else experiencing this?
Remember to keep on ticking while the sap is dripping.
2016- 50 buckets. Made 4 gallons.
2022- 3750 taps + Smartrek! Made 1300 gallons.
2023- 3750 taps after removing a pump house and connected two woods. Made 800 gallons.
2024- 3750 taps 1384 made.
What’s happening with them?
Dr. Tim Perkins
UVM Proctor Maple Research Ctr
http://www.uvm.edu/~pmrc
https://mapleresearch.org
Timothy.Perkins@uvm.edu
I use the clear poly thin wall for a few years now no issues, 27 1/2- 28 inches on vacuum all season.
Cracking and breaking. I'd like to post a pic but can't. There cracking where the shaft connects to the 90° head or where the drop connects to the spout. Both cause substantial leaks.
Everyone tapping was experienced and used proper tools.
Last edited by Ultimatetreehugger; 03-15-2022 at 08:55 PM.
Remember to keep on ticking while the sap is dripping.
2016- 50 buckets. Made 4 gallons.
2022- 3750 taps + Smartrek! Made 1300 gallons.
2023- 3750 taps after removing a pump house and connected two woods. Made 800 gallons.
2024- 3750 taps 1384 made.
I'm using their clear 19/64 spouts. Only 300 of them, but zero problems so far.
-Ryan
Went off the deep end. Might be in over my head...
Similar problem with leader red check valve spouts i bought last spring. No problem with the clear Leader check valve spouts.
http://www.northfamilyfarm.com
Tim
2,500 taps on two pipelines
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2X10 Leader Vortex Max Flue pan, Enhanced Steamaway
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