Wash cucumbers and cut into 1/2†discs or into spears. Tightly pack into 2 or 3 sterilized quart jars and top with the dill weed. Lightly crush the pickling spice with a mortar and pestle. Place in a medium non-reactive pan. Add cider vinegar, crushed pepper, water, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook until the sugar and salt dissolves. Pour over the jarred cucumbers and dill weed. Let cool completely, cover and refrigerate for 7 days for best flavor. Makes 3 quarts.