Thanks, Alex, I appreciate the effort you take to pass on this knowledge.
I am gearing up to try CCH soon, and your article was one of the best sources of info I have found.
Thanks for the info on the wire. Is the wire wrapped tightly around the part, or loosely?
Another question: Do you not find it necessary to seal the pipe to the stainless carrier during soaking? Does the loose charcoal around the base of the pipe take care of this?