Sungaze Gaggio Classic Pro PID Kit for Brew & Flow Control, Pull $2000-$3000 Quality Shots, Compatible with the Classic, Classic Pro, & Classic Pro Evo

I’ve used all kinds of espresso machines, from several thousand dollar units to the cheapest you can buy. Decided I wanted a project, so purchased a Gaggia Classic Evo Pro and this kit.The kit comes with everything you need. High quality tools, electrical tape, adjustable spanner, screw drivers, etc. You don’t need to provide anything but the machine.Fitting the unit is obviously a bit technical, but there are links to instructions online in the kit. These are well written step by step instructions and a video of the process from start to finish. I opted to use the video. The video is extremely detailed using the precise tools and hardware that’s included in the kit and everything is done real time with commentary explaining how everything is done. It looks like an overwhelming process, but if you follow the instructions step by step, you’ll have zero problems.As I said before, everything you need is included in the kit. There’s no soldering, nothing too fiddly.Once the unit is fitted, there are instructions on setting the units parameters that are very straight forward. Using this unit will significantly improve each shot you pull, keeping the temperature consistent far beyond anything you could pull without this type of unit.There were some wires missing from my kit that I hadn’t realised until I was part way through fitting it. I reached out to the seller through the contact information I’m the guide and he got back to me within minutes. He shipped the parts to me the next day and I received them after 2 business days. I also messaged him directly for some help with setting up the PID. Great customer service.I would definitely recommend this product. The final product looks professional, like it’s part of the machine, and there’s huge satisfaction with taking on this kind of DIY project while still making the process much easier with good instructions not having to source the parts by yourself. I’ll probably try to convince my friends to fit this on their unit.

This was my first espresso machine mod project. I have some DIY electronics experience, but I'm no expert and was worried I'd be in over my head with this mod. That wasn't the case though, and everything went extremely well.The packaging is thoughtful and includes everything you'll need, including a screwdriver and wrench, and the YouTube and online guides walk you through every step.I only ran into a few problems along the way, but they were mostly skill issues related to wiring. Like someone else said, if you have big hands, you're going to have problems with the flow control install. My wife was able to get the wires connected after we popped the power plug housing out of the machine, which gave us more room to work with.My last couple of problems were also wiring related. The yellow ground wire shipped with my package had a ring connector that can't be screwed into ground on the PID controller for the 3D-printed enclosure. I believe that specific wire is meant more for the aluminum housing, whereas the 3D-printed housing requires a regular wire. I simply used wire cutters to remove the ring connector and attached it to ground on the controller, so it wasn't a big problem.The second problem involved the piggybacked power wiring for the PID. The PID turned on even if the machine was off, and because I wanted to be sure that I solved the issue correctly, I emailed the seller directly, who answered my question within 15 minutes.Once it was all put together, everything worked great. Altogether, it took me about 7 hours from start to finish. The packaging was thoughtful and included everything that I needed, and the first shot I pulled with pre-infusion was one of the best shots I've pulled from this machine since purchase.The seller support and quality of the product were top tier. I would recommend this kit to anyone looking for a PID or flow control mod.

This changes your Gaggia into a completely different machine. First of all, the flow control is so necessary to not have gushers. Flow control gently builds up pressure and consistency and flavor is so much better, like a much higher end machine. Second, the pid temperature control for brewing is very important for controlling the flavor of dark and light roasts. Dark roasts need lower temperature to control the bitterness, though the temperature drifts a bit, it works nicely overall. Lastly steaming is so, so much better, no surfing required. I can’t express how much better it is, you could steam 30 oz of milk if you wanted. I think this kit is also well thought out and the videos make it easy to follow. Sure you need to be confident with I tinkering but I managed to get it done right on my first try. For me, this is a must have mod and I chose it over Gagguino because it seemed much more reliable. One thing I wish was better was the flow control knob and dial. Great value as well.

Great pid kit. Included everything to install, easy intructions available online and there is also a video. One of the easiest installation yet. The only awkward install was the flow wires just need a little patience. Very well packaged and professionally done. Looks great on the Gaggio and works perfectly. Highly recommend this kit. I installed in the newer classic evo pro E24 brass boiler.

Love it, installation is very involved. *All* tools are provided! I compared this directly with a friend's stock GCP with the same grinder, and the shots are noticeably better, I assume this is because of the improved temp control.- no temp surfing!- froths milk significantly faster- variable speed allows pre-infusions(with a little trial and error first)