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I put together my MES 140S and I noticed there was a small gasket (at least I think that's what it was) between the top of the smoker and the control panel. There are two cords between the control panel and the smoker. I assume one for the meat probe and one to connect to the heating element...

I got a MES 140S and just did the first smoke to season the smoker. A few questions - sorry I'm a newbie... 1. I set the temperature to 275. When I went back to check on it the display said like 278. If I clicked the temperature button it said 275. I assume this means it is set to 275 but...

Okay, that's what I have been eyeing as well. I think today is the last day it's at that price (per the sign I saw in a MN store). The 140B is now on sale at Fleet Farm for $220. From everything I have read it is the same except it doesn't have the meat probe at the window. Most people on...

Would you mind sharing where you found it for that price? If it's a one left kind of thing and you're eyeing it and would rather not share I get it :)

What price are you seeing on the 140S on clearance? Been thinking about getting one but not sure what a good deal is on one.

I've been researching smokers for a while now and have a found ton of good information on this forum. I've decided an MES is the way to go and I'm planning on going with the 40" based on the recommendations I've seen here. Here are the better prices I've found for the MES 140S: -Academy -...