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slybarman
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Joined: 3 Nov 2011
Posts: 344
Location: usa
Expertise: I love coffee

Espresso: La Nuova Era Cuadra
Grinder: Baratza Vario

Posted Tue Mar 5, 2013, 12:25pm
Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

Deus Said:

can this be modded to be plummable? I have a water line right next to my station so this would great

Posted March 5, 2013 link

I do not believe you can plumb a machine with a vibratory pump, but I cannot swear to that 100%. I think you need a rotary pump machine.

CaffeineFeine
Senior Member

Joined: 5 Mar 2013
Posts: 2
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Expertise: I love coffee

Espresso: La Nuova Era Cuadra II
Grinder: Baratza Vario & Bodum Bistro
Drip: Aeropress, Bialetti Brikka,...

Posted Tue Mar 5, 2013, 12:44pm Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

I'm still getting familiar with the Cuadra and have a question regarding the lever that actuates the grouphead. I notice that when I raise the lever that it can stop mid-way before completely engaging the pump to push water through the grouphead. Is this in someway used for pre-infusion? What is the purpose for the middle position and how do I properly use it?

cruizie
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Joined: 16 May 2012
Posts: 46
Location: Ohio
Expertise: Just starting

Espresso: La Nuovo Era Cuadra
Grinder: Baratza Vario
Roaster: Poppery

Posted Tue Mar 5, 2013, 1:06pm
Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

Deus Said:

I am looking to bite the bullet on this in the next two weeks. I am buying a Vario non-W with it. I am curious is there is anything else I should order. I do not have anything right now as this is my first setup. I am going to order the thermometer mod but is there naything else I should get and if so any links to specifics? Is the tamper that comes with this good?

Posted March 4, 2013 link

If you go for the Vario, check out Ebay. I was a little nervous about purchasing there as the price was significantly lower than anywhere else. The grinder arrived brand new and in perfect condition (including the packaging). I've been very happy with it. Definitely purchase a decent tamper.

Deus
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Joined: 1 Dec 2011
Posts: 44
Location: Boston
Expertise: Just starting

Posted Tue Mar 5, 2013, 2:39pm
Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

cruizie Said:

Posted March 5, 2013 link

Does it come with a tamper? If not can you suggest a particular one?

slybarman
Senior Member

Joined: 3 Nov 2011
Posts: 344
Location: usa
Expertise: I love coffee

Espresso: La Nuova Era Cuadra
Grinder: Baratza Vario

Posted Tue Mar 5, 2013, 2:49pm
Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

CaffeineFeine Said:

I'm still getting familiar with the Cuadra and have a question regarding the lever that actuates the grouphead. I notice that when I raise the lever that it can stop mid-way before completely engaging the pump to push water through the grouphead. Is this in someway used for pre-infusion? What is the purpose for the middle position and how do I properly use it?

Posted March 5, 2013 link

My understanding is that with a vibratory pump - you don't. All E-61 brewheads do some pre infusion when you activate the lever. Only rotart pump machines used the mid setting to pre-infuse via the water pressure of the plumbed in water supply.

cruizie
Senior Member

Joined: 16 May 2012
Posts: 46
Location: Ohio
Expertise: Just starting

Espresso: La Nuovo Era Cuadra
Grinder: Baratza Vario
Roaster: Poppery

Posted Wed Mar 6, 2013, 2:13am
Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

Deus Said:

Does it come with a tamper? If not can you suggest a particular one?

Posted March 5, 2013 link

I just bought a Rexroth from 1st Line when I purchased my machine. You can spend lots on one but I'm happy enough with the one I bought. It was about $35 for the base and handle.

MDiddy
Senior Member

Joined: 3 Oct 2012
Posts: 92
Location: PA
Expertise: I love coffee

Espresso: La Nuova Era Cuadra ii
Grinder: Baratza Vario
Drip: Cuisinart DCC-1200

Posted Wed Mar 6, 2013, 10:49am Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

Not to advertise myself by any means, but if anyone is interested in a nice 58mm tamper, I have a Concept Art Zebra Wood 58mm flat tamper for sale in the classifieds. I picked up a Reg Barber and have no need for it any longer. Please take a look-see if interested. "SOLD! - 58mm Concept Art Zebra Wood Tamper"

888RP
Senior Member

Joined: 5 Mar 2013
Posts: 39
Location: Toronto
Expertise: I like coffee

Espresso: Cuadra
Grinder: Vario

Posted Wed Mar 6, 2013, 11:40am Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

Dear cuadra owners, I have a dilemma! So I'm a Canadian and I found a retailer that will import this machine for me for $1300. The retailer will not provide a warranty but I know another place close by that can repair cuadra"s but it will be out of pocket. Do you think I should buy a quick mill silvano for 1100 with 2 years parts and labour or Should I pay 1300 for a cuadra and pay for any repairs out of pocket?? Thanks!

MDiddy
Senior Member

Joined: 3 Oct 2012
Posts: 92
Location: PA
Expertise: I love coffee

Espresso: La Nuova Era Cuadra ii
Grinder: Baratza Vario
Drip: Cuisinart DCC-1200

Posted Sat Mar 9, 2013, 11:54am Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

Figured I'd post a pic of my setup. Pretty much complete now. I think the new knobs make a world of difference in the look of the machine as well. Exactly what I was going for. :) (Click for larger image)

doug_s
Senior Member

Joined: 8 Oct 2010
Posts: 21
Location: earth
Expertise: I love coffee

Espresso: livia 90 & gaggia classic
Grinder: baratza vario & preciso
Drip: bodum french press

Posted Sat Mar 9, 2013, 7:20pm
Subject: Re: La Nuova Era Cuadra Owners Thread

888RP Said:

Dear cuadra owners,

I have a dilemma! So I'm a Canadian and I found a retailer that will import this machine for me for $1300.
The retailer will not provide a warranty but I know another place close by that can repair cuadra"s but it will be out of pocket. Do you think I should buy a quick mill silvano for 1100 with 2 years parts and labour or
Should I pay 1300 for a cuadra and pay for any repairs out of pocket??

Thanks!

Posted March 6, 2013 link

won't 1st line ship to canada?
Click Here (www.1st-line.com)

doug s.

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