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  1. fishacura

    Starting wood chips...

    I only have chips so I think I'll just give it a whirl and stop worrying.  Worst thing that happens is I get less flavor than I will in the future.  May as well just fire it up!!!
  2. fishacura

    Starting wood chips...

    I actually saw another method I'm curious if anyone's used.  It was some discussion about the wood not really catching so it suggested placing two pieces of charcoal on the wood tray...burning them down, then adding the wood once they are piping hot. Again, long term I am getting the pellet...
  3. fishacura

    Starting wood chips...

    Wow thanks!  Had no idea that was the case.  I'll give it a shot.  Maybe I'll test as I heat it up to burn off all the packaging gunk...
  4. fishacura

    Starting wood chips...

    So I have my new MES sitting in the garage and I can't wait to get started and have some time this Sunday. I've read enough to know I want to get the Amaze-N-Pellet product and some pellets but do not yet have it on hand so I'm going to use the stock tray and chips that I have in my garage. So...
  5. fishacura

    Pulled the trigger....new electric smoker (my 1st)

    THANKS!  Just really cannot wait to get started and try it out!!! 
  6. fishacura

    Pulled the trigger....new electric smoker (my 1st)

    Thanks!  In particular, thanks for not bashing me for not finding it myself
  7. fishacura

    Pulled the trigger....new electric smoker (my 1st)

    Just purchased my first smoker! THANKS TO ALL! I have been lurking out here for quite some time with a couple of posts and learned a lot. I went for the masterbuilt 20070910 electric digital model. For ~$175 seems like a great way to get started. Now the fun begins (and questions) So I have...
  8. fishacura

    Gravel/Sand in tray question

    THX!!!
  9. fishacura

    Gravel/Sand in tray question

    I have seen a lot of good advice on adding gravel/sand to the tray to help with the thermal mass of the oven.  However I am unclear on one thing (and I'll apologize in advance if this is dumb!)  Does this mean add it and also add water or is there no need for water in that pan?  I ask because I...
  10. fishacura

    mes 30 smoker newbie how often do you need to put in wood chips

    Getting excited!  My birthday is in May and this is the only thing I asked for Put the MES30, amazn (not tube) and Lumber Jack pellets on my list. Saw all the info about sand/clay/etc in water pan but one thing struck me as very odd.  In order to make good Q, don't you need some moisture in...
  11. fishacura

    MES 30 - Model Confusion

    Thx!  What's the tile heat deflector all about.  Have not seen that one in my travels on the board yet.
  12. fishacura

    MES 30 - Model Confusion

    That's unfortunate re: amazon. I swear by them. These things happen I suppose. As for the swings...unless you're getting a more top-end unit, this is pretty standard with any appliance like this (ovens and the like). They get up to temp...then cycle down to 20 degrees or so below temp before...
  13. fishacura

    MES 30 - Model Confusion

    OP here.  Sorry....near as I can tell: 20700910 - Digital, no window....approx $169 20070411  - Digital with window....approx $275 Does that sound right?  The window definitely doesn't seem like a $100 option for my needs. Also, I keep reading about people having to "finish" in the oven. ...
  14. fishacura

    mes 30 smoker newbie how often do you need to put in wood chips

    Thanks! That's why these forums are great. Originally I had thought I would use chips....truth be told didn't even realize there was such a thing as pellets and this a-maze-ing product. Yes I am obviously a noob but this is how I am learning thanks to responses like this. THANKS!!!
  15. fishacura

    mes 30 smoker newbie how often do you need to put in wood chips

    Can you clarify? Do you mean the a-maze-n pellet smoker?
  16. fishacura

    MES 30 - Model Confusion

    This site is terrific.  Nice people so thanks for all the great posts. I've read enough to know that electric is for me.  I was propane all the way (since I have a 500 gallon tank heating our home) but I like the set it and forget it aspect of electric since I am new to smoking. I've read...
  17. fishacura

    Opinions on this smoker for a noob

    Thanks Dish.  I think some of these threads may be useful!  I'm specifically asking as a 'noob' here so if anyone has an opinion on this as a 'starter smoker' feel free to chime in but these other threads also give some good opinions (even if I don't understand half of them lol!)
  18. fishacura

    Opinions on this smoker for a noob

    Hi all. So glad I found you and would value your opinion. I have never smoked but always wanted too. I have the opportunity to select the below smoker (for free!!!) as a work gift for hitting a years of service milestone. I wanted opinions since I am entering a brave new world. I am interested...
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