Masterbuilt electrics smoker question.

chase1300

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• Nov 28, 2014

• #1

Sam's has a 30" electric smoker (digital) on sale for $150. Does that seem like a good deal? I got one, debating if I'm gonna keep it.

Thanks for the help.

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• chase1300
• Nov 28, 2014

It's not the best pic in the world, but I hope it helps.

 

chef jimmyj

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• Nov 29, 2014

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That is an old model but works perfectly fine. The price is good, though I have not followed them all that closely. The only issue is, that model had a high connector failure at the coil, easy to replace. Some versions had riveted back panels, PITA to remove, later ones had screw on backs...JJ

 

chase1300

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• Nov 29, 2014

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Thanks for the reply. I haven't even opened the box yet. But if it's riveted should I return it'? I haven't decided yet if I'm going to keep it.

 

chef jimmyj

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• Nov 30, 2014

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Riveted is not a bad thing just in 2-3 years, depending on use, you will have to remove the rivets, replace the wires/connectors, and then sheet metal screw the back on again. Once and done. Below is a link to How-to the repair...JJ

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/89886/mes-wiring-upgrade-mod