Break in and thermometer question. Mse 30" gas

vonk15

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• Feb 17, 2016

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• Feb 17, 2016

So seasoning my new mse 30"today. Seems to heat nicely. No problem getting good smoke. Fire box flames up like I've read everywhere. Will replace with a cast iron pan eventually. My question is, where can i get a good thermometer to fit in the door hole. I bought one without much thought to it and it won't fit. Suggestions?

 

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If you bought a good therm, then I would drill out the hole in the door if it's too small..

Al

 

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Hey smokinal! I bought a therm that's just the shaft and nut for small holes. The hole on the door is about the size of the therm face itself. I don't know what i can do to make it fit. Been looking for answers with no luck. What would you suggest?

 

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I guess you would have to get a piece of aluminum plate ( Home Depot sells it ) and drill smaller holes in it & put 1 piece on each side of the door then put the stem thru the holes in the plate & tighten it down.

Hope that works for you.

Al

 

vonk15

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Actually a good idea, lol. Thank you! Seems easy enough. I also see your a fellow floridian! Good deal! Thanks again