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    Inexpensive or Quality Pellets in Hopper When Using a Smoke Tube?

    Ok, Im going to be that guy. Walmarts Expert Grill Hickory and Oak pellets are really good. For $6.88 for a 20 pound bag. There is a bit of dust in the bottom of the bag, but the run a bit hot and consistent. I have tubes for chips and fruitwood pellets.
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    Longer lasting grill/smoker

    I keep all my grills and smokers in the garage, its a tight fit with my wife's car... no problems with rust or anything.
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    Looking for suggestions.... griddle plate to be used in place of grill grates

    I have a 1st gen Weber Smokefire that heats and maintains excellent. I would like to get a griddle flattop, but don't have the space, extra money or real need for a dedicated one. What are good companies the that make griddle inserts that would be good replacements fior the gates? If this is in...
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    I just inherited a Weber Smoke Fire

    No ramp. I got two nice ribeyes getting some smoke before I crank the heat to sear
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    I just inherited a Weber Smoke Fire

    im registered
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    I just inherited a Weber Smoke Fire

    No ramp I believe
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    I just inherited a Weber Smoke Fire

    When I got it home I plugged it in to make sure it had power. This morning I cleaned the pellet dust and grease out of the bottom and set it to 400. No issues there, the fire pot was going pretty good. Success thus far. It still needs an external cleaning and nuts and bolt’s tightening….
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    I just inherited a Weber Smoke Fire

    Looks as if I have a Gen 1 . What is also odd is that the pellet hopper has no finger guard in it….
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    I just inherited a Weber Smoke Fire

    ...... and I am nt sure of to is a 1sr or 2nd Gen version. Also, i have read that it can be prone to grease fires, has anyone encountered this or any other known issues? Thanks KB P>S i need to find some probes for it too, other than Amazon, is there a good place to purchase them?
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    What to do when the peaches are ripening on the tree

    Dont forget Peach Bbq sauce and glaze
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    Best Brisket Ever - Pellet Smoker Instructions

    Never thought about using wood chips/chunks on the fire pot cover...
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    I need some info on water to seasoning ratio

    I have this seasoning, but im not sure how much water to add with it. Im doing 10 pounds of venison, so i wasn't going to use it all. Thanks KB P.S Ive sent the past hour scouring the information super highway to no avail.
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    Chain Bbq restaurants.

    How many of these are in your area of the country? Are they good/bad/ugly? I will go first City BBQ, not too bad, they have Brisket, Sausage, 1/4 chickens, St. louis ribs and turkey breast plus other bbq inspired sandwiches and meats that range from really good to decent. The only thing ive...
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    Thoughts on Pitboss Pro Series 850?

    My cousin just got one recently. He is getting used to it , his main go to devices new WSM and a Pitbarrel. From what i see in person at the store and on YT, they look prettying good for the price. I think if i was in the market, it would tops on the list.
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    (not)Tri Tip X 2

    My concern, maybe I’m over thinking this one, is that you had a meat shop sell you something that under possible false pretenses.. I’ve been doing meat for over 30 years, I’d be very unhappy if that happened to me.
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