Found this moka pot at a friend’s relative’s house, they said it’s been in their family for a bit over a decade. It just broke about a week ago, but it seems like it means a lot to them. Unfortunately they’re a little too old to check out how to get it fixed, so I’m thinking of doing it for them in the near future just as a gesture.

Question is, is it possible? If so, what needs to be done/replaced?

  • Candelestine@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    The only part that really deteriorates is the rubber gasket, which needs to form a seal to keep steam from escaping. Should be able to order a replacement gasket of the same size.

    The rest is just mostly thick metal and can be cleaned appropriately.

    Probably about a 30 minute job to restore it, I’m thinking? Assuming you can just soak it in some CLR or something. (a common commercial de-scaling and rust-removal product)

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      1 year ago

      No CLR! It will pit the aluminum. I wouldn’t bother with the water chamber, that’s just what aluminum looks like after the aluminum oxide builds up. 2 or 3 uses and it will look the same. If you need to descale, white vinegar or citric acid used sparingly should do the trick. Otherwise just take steel wool to it.