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    Won't stay lit, even outside

    Thanks davomak. I've been reading through all of your posts and have based my mailbox greatly on your past work. The thing I missed in everything I've read is that I should have been using a tube instead of a maze. I may add a computer fan with speed control to the door of my box, don't know. I...
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    Won't stay lit, even outside

    That's what I'm been reading. Would be nice if that was mentioned in the ANMPS documents. I've got temps and moisture control figured out here, but never thought about the difficulties in generating smoke. Hoping to hear from someone using the tube at 7,000 + feet. Also curious how the 'U-Bolt'...
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    Won't stay lit, even outside

    I wish to thank you all for continuing this thread. I've been working with the 5X8 pellet tray for a bit over 2 weeks with nothing but failed attempts. Have been searching the threads here and found this one. What I learned is elevation is evidently a problem. I'm at a touch more than 7,200' in...
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    MES Wall Hanging / Flat / Rectangular / Square Mailbox Mod!!!

    7,200 plus a bit. Think that could be an issue?
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    MES Wall Hanging / Flat / Rectangular / Square Mailbox Mod!!!

    I began with one hole on one side and three on the bottom. Couldn't get any smoke going, so I kept drilling till I had eight on bottom and one on each side. I have tried microwaving one minute, then two minutes. I even baked them for ten minutes today at 350. Mailbox is supported off the ground...
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    MES Wall Hanging / Flat / Rectangular / Square Mailbox Mod!!!

    Nice project! I'm presently fighting with a mailbox mod myself. Can't seem to keep the pellets smoldering. Get an hour or maybe two out of it before it burns out. I'm sure it's an airflow issue, though I can't keep it smoking in my gas grill either. Running a regular mailbox with a 1/2" hole on...
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    MES Bluetooth APP UPDATE

    I hope they find a fix for you. I simply gave up. Here is how my saga went. My concern was first addressed with a very quick email. Then they ignored me for quite some time, saying they knew the app didn't work and were coming out with a new one soon. That went on for a couple of months and I...
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    Masterbuilt question - 40" with RF controller vs 30" Bluetooth electric smoker

    I agree. I'm one of the lucky ones because I found this thing on sale for $139. It's my friends, family and other MES owners who paid $270 or more to get the Bluetooth function that should be angry! I was never interested in Bluetooth, so I didn't look at the reviews and complaints until I found...
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    Masterbuilt question - 40" with RF controller vs 30" Bluetooth electric smoker

    Thanks for the information. My BT model does get to 275. I have verified this with my Thermo-Pro and an old fashion oven therm. The MES display is off by 2 degrees, but who's counting? So, I'm inclined to keep this smoker and continue to be a thorn in Masterbuilt's side for false advertisement /...
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    Masterbuilt question - 40" with RF controller vs 30" Bluetooth electric smoker

    You sir are correct on all accounts. I left out a number on the offered replacement and the vent on my model is definitely on the left side. That's what happens when an old fart relies on memory. ...but, the wife remembered incorrectly as well. lol What I like about the BT model is that...
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    Masterbuilt question - 40" with RF controller vs 30" Bluetooth electric smoker

    Thank you dr k, I appreciate your reply! Not sure what you mean about the heating element and exhaust though. My BT unit has the element and exhaust on the right too. I do appreciate the info regarding access panels and the fact that the Gen 1 does not have them! Thanks for that info. Yeah...
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    Masterbuilt question - 40" with RF controller vs 30" Bluetooth electric smoker

    To begin with, I purchased a 30" Bluetooth MES in August. Model 20072115. The unit smokes pretty good and I have not seen the temp fluctuations mentioned by many of the other owners. But I do experience the non-functioning Bluetooth like most other owners. Here's the deal. Masterbuilt has...
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    MES 20070410 help

    Thank you! This is exactly the point I was trying to make earlier. If the GFCI protected outlet is tripping, there is something wrong with the unit. ...Period! Use it on an unprotected circuit at your own risk! There are tons of information available about this on this very web site if you...
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    MES 20070410 help

    Agreed. There are plenty of threads regarding that topic. On a different note, I would like to try those Pork Shots... ...Atoparok
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    MES 20070410 help

    Didn't intend on ticking you off. I too have qualifications not mentioned. I will leave this conversation where it sits, I was merely concerned about safety. ...and trust me, I'm no code worm. I'm an active contractor / electrician with more than 40 years experience and excellent TS skills...
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