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 Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: John2]
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03/05/21 09:19 PM
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KRoyal
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I have the Pit Boss as well, have had it for about 2 years and love it. Cook on it 3-4 times a week. The sear slider is nice. I reverse sear my steaks and it is some of the best steak I've ever had. Smoke them slow until they get up to temp you want and then crank it up as high as it'll go and open the sear slider. Sear on both sides 1-2 minutes and it is perfect.
Only problem I've had with mine is the little plastic cover over the LCD screen has started to peel off. Still works fine, but doing to contact Pit Boss to see if I can get a replacement. Not really worried about if I can't. For what I paid for it, it has exceeded my expectations.
Which model do you have or do all models have the sear slider ? I have the Pit Boss Pro Series 820, I think they have a newer model now. But the link below is the one I have. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Pit-Boss-Pro-Series-820-sq-in-Black-and-Chestnut-Pellet-Grill/1000601261
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: TLew]
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03/05/21 09:24 PM
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That's awesome! Are you still building pellet smokers Ramball?
One of the first ones I've seen that looks like it would stand up to the elements and critters at the lease. This one you made? Yes we are still making them. Shoot me a PM for info
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/05/21 09:31 PM
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above Then get really smart and buy a Kamado!
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/05/21 09:50 PM
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snake oil
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"You may all go to hell and I will go to Texas".
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/05/21 09:50 PM
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RecTec for me. I have had the RT-590 for about 10 months and no problems.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/05/21 10:11 PM
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Yoder is built like a tank.
Customer service is outstanding.
Had my YS640 a little over 3 years and love it.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/05/21 10:22 PM
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Bought one, used it and I don't see the allure. Sold it and back to my wood smoker.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: KRoyal]
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03/05/21 10:34 PM
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John2
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This item is out of stock BUT they have the other 820 Pro that has the hammered tone in stock.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
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03/05/21 10:39 PM
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What are some of the good features that you look for in a pellet smoker? Can you smoke/cook a good brisket on it? Can you grill normal on it?
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: John2]
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03/05/21 10:43 PM
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KRoyal
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This item is out of stock BUT they have the other 820 Pro that has the hammered tone in stock. Yea, I think they replaced my model with the newer hammer tone one with some upgrades. Mine is 2+ years old, so mine might be discontinued now.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/05/21 10:47 PM
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Recteq 680 for me. They have customer service like you wouldn't believe and the Wifi Controller is great as it's Wifi and not Bluetooth, so better distance. Another claim to fame of their's is holding temp so specific. The phone app graphs out cook time and grill temp with two probe temps as well.
If you're thinking about getting a Recteq controller for something else, they got wise to that and now make you take a picture of your serial # with some message of the day and email to them to prove you really do have an older Recteq controller.
I like my Recteq, but I won't be getting rid of my Weber Genesis propane grill.
Royal, I cooked (5) 10lb Pork butts at one time, about 14 hours, for Christmas on the Recteq.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: rolyat.nosaj]
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03/06/21 12:39 AM
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What are some of the good features that you look for in a pellet smoker? Can you smoke/cook a good brisket on it? Can you grill normal on it? Pitts and spitts will run up to 600 degrees. Puts out a nice, even and clean smoke up to around 250. Use like a smoker, grill, oven....whatever you want. American made, easy to clean, heavy duty slide out racks like a traditional smoker, brass ball valve drain, constant temps, and all replaceable parts. They are expensive, but worth it. 8-10 week back order right now.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/06/21 01:13 AM
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angus1956
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above Well spoken!
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/06/21 01:15 AM
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I have little experience but several friends and family have Green Mountain and really like them.
At some point in life its time to quit chasing the pot of gold and just enjoy the rainbow. FR
Keep your gratitude higher than your expectations. RWH
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Jgraider]
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03/06/21 01:16 AM
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angus1956
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Also look at Camp Chef.
Has a searbox option which will get to 900 degrees. I like mine holds temp real good no violent temp swings like other brands. Made in Utah and has 3 year warranty. That's the setup I have and have been very happy with it. It's a Woodwind model. As mentioned above, if you want extra smoke just fill a smoke tube up with pellets and let 'er rip. Mine will smoke continuously for 6 hours like that. What is and where to get smoke tube?
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/06/21 01:16 AM
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I have a pit boss pro. I was astonished have easy it is to use and how good it cooks.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: freerange]
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03/06/21 01:19 AM
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I have little experience but several friends and family have Green Mountain and really like them. I have a Green Mountain Daniel Boone grill that I'm very happy with.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Brother in-law]
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03/06/21 01:19 AM
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above How much wood is in a $40 stack? You also have to factor in the amount of cold beer required to maintain temperature and the time spent with friends and family. I’ve only used a pellet burner one time and it’s not good for socializing. I don’t need one.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: scalebuster]
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03/06/21 01:24 AM
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KRoyal
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above How much wood is in a $40 stack? You also have to factor in the amount of cold beer required to maintain temperature and the time spent with friends and family. I’ve only used a pellet burner one time and it’s not good for socializing. I don’t need one. I don’t think BIL drinks beer. He only drinks whiskey so he’d be dead by time a brisket was done.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: scalebuster]
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03/06/21 01:30 AM
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angus1956
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above How much wood is in a $40 stack? You also have to factor in the amount of cold beer required to maintain temperature and the time spent with friends and family. I’ve only used a pellet burner one time and it’s not good for socializing. I don’t need one. Everyone is correct never smoke anything that gets done quickly it limits beer drinking and socializing!
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: KRoyal]
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03/06/21 01:31 AM
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above How much wood is in a $40 stack? You also have to factor in the amount of cold beer required to maintain temperature and the time spent with friends and family. I’ve only used a pellet burner one time and it’s not good for socializing. I don’t need one. I don’t think BIL drinks beer. He only drinks whiskey so he’d be dead by time a brisket was done. 
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: scalebuster]
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03/06/21 01:51 AM
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John2
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How much wood is in a $40 stack?
You also have to factor in the amount of cold beer required to maintain temperature and the time spent with friends and family. I’ve only used a pellet burner one time and it’s not good for socializing. I don’t need one.
I don't drink beer or any alcoholic beverage and my preferred drink is tea,ice tea
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: Superduty]
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03/06/21 02:04 AM
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above Then get really smart and buy a Kamado! This^^ Get close the same temp control and far more versatility.......PLUS not having to rely on electricity to run your "smoker" Not against pellet grills per se, but if you can only have one, kamado is the way to go for all around grilling/smoking. Either Big Green Egg,, Kamado Joe or Primo.
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: angus1956]
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03/06/21 02:05 AM
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Also look at Camp Chef.
Has a searbox option which will get to 900 degrees. I like mine holds temp real good no violent temp swings like other brands. Made in Utah and has 3 year warranty. That's the setup I have and have been very happy with it. It's a Woodwind model. As mentioned above, if you want extra smoke just fill a smoke tube up with pellets and let 'er rip. Mine will smoke continuously for 6 hours like that. What is and where to get smoke tube? Here 'ya go Angus. They work great. You can also use wood chips but they don't burn near as long, about 1/2. https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Sm...moker+tube&qid=1614996244&sr=8-6
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Re: Pellet Smokers
[Re: scalebuster]
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03/06/21 02:28 AM
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Nothing can equal what a stick burner can do. Thank You Captain Obvious Not everyone wants to Buy wood if you don’t have acces to it ( causing a brisket to cost over $100 because smoking wood is $40 a stack ) Keep wood if your a HOA guy Have large device in your yard that is hardly used Babysit a fire all day and night Listen to the spousal unit beach about all the above How much wood is in a $40 stack? You also have to factor in the amount of cold beer required to maintain temperature and the time spent with friends and family. I’ve only used a pellet burner one time and it’s not good for socializing. I don’t need one. A stack is barely enough for one goodsmoke I drink plenty of beer and that’s not a decision maker , it’s a given
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