Wood pellet BBQ

[jgillott]

I have noticed that you guys seem to pop these threads up just at the time when I am trying to save some money. Now I am sitting on my front porch on the computer watching videos on pellet grills.

When I give in to temptation and buy one, I'm sending Wayne the bill...LOL

 

[DHayden]

Traeger is what got me looking but with the price, ease of cleaning, higher temperature, flame kiss function and add ons...brought me to the camp chef. I have never seen it more than 5 degrees off of where I have it set. I used to be a low and slow guy but I do enjoy having the higher temp setting available. That turkey wasnt done at super high heat, but a 15 pound bird done in 1 hour 40 minutes? Yes please. My wife makes amazing jerky on this thing in 2 1/2to 4 hours depending how we want it (i like it a little softer). I'm not usually a big pork chop fan but I will eat them off this grill anytime, amazing. All in all any of these grills shouldnt be too far off.

 

[Superdawg]

My old Traeger is great for low and slow and tops out at bbqing chicken. Hamburger and steak? Forget it. Not hot enough. Seems like most pellet smokers now can hit the high temps.
Cut up or spatchcocked chicken on the smoker at about 350 degrees. Mmmmmmm

 

[AHutson]

Here's my GMG in action. Couple round steaks, can of frosty malt beverage is for size reference.

 

[JR]

Good timing for such a thread

 

[Wiredawg]

Here's a great accessory I bought for my Traeger.

Searched a long time til I found this grill shelf with folding legs.... its low enough to load food onto and high enough to have food below it. I usually have 6 more leg quarters or another rack of ribs. There are 8 adults and triplets 7 years old who get plenty off the Traeger in the RV.

Oops, got it on Amazon.

Anyhoo, just thought I'd share

Cheers, Ron

 

[Wayne M.]

Here's my GMG in action. Couple round steaks, can of frosty malt beverage is for size reference. View attachment 119915 View attachment 119916 View attachment 119917

Extra points for the Geno’s can cozy. Lol.

 

[AEdelheit]

I got a Treager about 3 years ago and it works well but If I ever buy another pellet smoker it will be a RecTec as they are better quality, nicer finish and all around a nicer grill. 3 of my friends have gotten Rec Tecs that I have used so this is based on personal experience with both brands.

 

[Bromiley99]

Had a Traeger for many years gave it to my brother and bought a Yoder YS640 on their competition cart, I also have the Davy Crockett green mountain. They all make great food!

 

[Wiredawg]

Wow, you can sure drop a lot of money on a pellet grill... stainless steel cow horns and AT tires. I guess when I shopped, I looked for a deal. Nothing wrong with going high end and big $$ or going simple.

I'm practically poor with bbq pits...we use the old fashioned wood burners when we have a crowd over.

Now that I have the wood splitter fixed, there will be more use of post oak and mesquite.

Nothing like grilling and smoking to make family and friends events truly special.

Wayne, you bought that grill yet? There's meat that needs cook'n.

Cheers, Ron

 

[DHayden]

Ron I like that round pit you have in the forefront. Where did you pick that up at?

 

[SnoKing]

Things are fuzzy, who has been drinking, us or the camera man? Not even 8am here! Problem must be on the other end.

 

[Cummins12V98]

Things are fuzzy, who has been drinking, us or the camera man? Not even 8am here! Problem must be on the other end.

I thought the same! That Jack will get ya!

 

[Wiredawg]

Ron I like that round pit you have in the forefront. Where did you pick that up at?

DH,

Got it at Bucees, coolest fuel stop store you ever saw. Alas, it rusted out and best BIL welded an old tractor disc over the old frame and pit. Could have prevented rust out if I cleaned wood ashes out...they seem to have strong acidic properties. Open pits Super for chicken, ribs and steaks. Also use them as wood starter to burn wood to coals and feed the smoker.

Yep, some of the best parties are with the cooking "CREW" before the actual party. Beers, shots, and lots of BS.

Big smoker

Happy cook'n, Ron

 

[Bromiley99]

Wanted to post a picture earlier but had to wait till I got her cleaned up. An before I catch any crap I use pig panels to fence my dog in!!!
Favorite BBQ I’ve ever owned!

 

[Blu-meanie]

DH,

Got it at Bucees, coolest fuel stop store you ever saw. Alas, it rusted out and best BIL welded an old tractor disc over the old frame and pit. Could have prevented rust out if I cleaned wood ashes out...they seem to have strong acidic properties. Open pits Super for chicken, ribs and steaks. Also use them as wood starter to burn wood to coals and feed the smoker.

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Yep, some of the best parties are with the cooking "CREW" before the actual party. Beers, shots, and lots of BS.

Big smoker

View attachment 119966

Happy cook'n, Ron

Wood ashes and water make lye, not acid. It's the caustic lye that's eating the metal.

 

[Blu-meanie]

I have a 24" Camp Chef. Oh, and three other types of smokers.

 

[Wiredawg]

Wood ashes and water make lye, not acid. It's the caustic lye that's eating the metal.

Thanks for educating me... I try to learn something everyday. The lye doesn't seem to be affecting the tractor disks too much.

I injected a brisket with concoction of Italian dressing and Worcestershire sauce. Will put it on Monday low and slow. I'll take pics.

Cheers, Ron

 

[TFucili]

Wood ashes and water make lye, not acid. It's the caustic lye that's eating the metal.

Add some tallow, and make soap!

 

[Blu-meanie]

Thanks for educating me... I try to learn something everyday. The lye doesn't seem to be affecting the tractor disks too much.

I injected a brisket with concoction of Italian dressing and Worcestershire sauce. Will put it on Monday low and slow. I'll take pics.

Cheers, Ron

From the looks of all that equipment it seems you have done this before. Most of the restaurants just put salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic on brisket. That's all I put on them. A note to anybody else buying a pellet smoker...after using one, you will be the chief cook and no longer just get called when dinner's ready. Beware, you have been warned.