Recent content by fademi

The 'over'-tightening of the replacement gasket is only necessary for the first couple of weeks post-installation of a replacement gasket. After that, normal tightening pressure is just fine. I keep my gasket clean, and when necessary (gently) scrape out any accumulated coffee grinds on the...

Same issue here with my partner not being able to sufficiently tighten / unscrew the upper lid. She's very impressed by your elegant solution! Our latest gasket was the last of a multi pack of Bialetti replacements that may have been 3 - 5 years old - although the problem occurred with the...

Hi. I'm a new member and just wanted to add my discovery on this topic, as it's one that seems to plague many people. Been using various stovetop mokas, bialetti and others, for years, and 'sputtering' after gasket replacement is a regular problem. Like one or two others posting online, I...