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  1. schlotz

    It did it again… smoker failed mid session. Throw in oven or throw in trash? (Internal 110°)

    7 hours and only 110º, nope from my perspective. I've read so many issues regarding Traeger. IMO be done with it and get a smoker with a good reputation. I'd suggest looking at Rec Teq. Many use them here and I've yet to read a negative report on them. Now regardless of the smoker used...
  2. schlotz

    I guess I came in a little hot

    Welcome to SMF from Indiana! Glad to have ya here.
  3. schlotz

    Well, after all of these years, I finally did it.

    Yeah, I'm a complete mess trying to back up her horse trailer. She just laughs and says get out of the truck and let me do it or we'll be here all day 😂. She does on the first try! Definitely a show off.... 😆
  4. schlotz

    CI SKILLET RIBEYE

    Wow, Ray! Perfect Ribeye. Definitely with Rich on the Alfredo! Question: so the S&P then vac and freeze doesn't create a problem if frozen for a long period, correct? Do you let the salt do it's thing before vac or just apply and vac?
  5. schlotz

    Well, after all of these years, I finally did it.

    Nice selection Dan! Definitely a good choice. 👍 Wife got a similar one but the 1500 version when her 2010 Avalanche was semi wiped out in a snow storm. She hauls two horses and more than fine for that. Still 6.0L. Damn thing is huge compared to the Avalanche. We also take it to see her 100 yr...
  6. schlotz

    Damn dishwasher....

    Yeah internal ice makers can become an issue. when we built our retirement home back in '21 I had an under the counter ice machine installed for the wife feed by the RO system. Loads of clear small ice cubes always available and the fridge is relegated to just supplying water at the door...
  7. schlotz

    New Recteq Smoker/Dry Brisket

    A full packer should have been 8# or likely more. Prime, Choice or Select: while all 3 can produce good eats, Select can be a bit more troublesome. Can you describe how well it sliced, ie did it tend to fall apart? If so that would be an indicator of being overcooked. This can happen if a...
  8. schlotz

    Just ordered a new Lone Star Grillz Pellet Smoker

    Our local Rural King carries Lumberjack pellets.
  9. schlotz

    New Recteq Smoker/Dry Brisket

    Yup, plenty here are willing to help but you need to provide a lot more information like @okie sawbones asked. BTW: was this brisket a whole packer or only the flat?
  10. schlotz

    Smoker advice needed please.

    Definitely not Traeger, I've read more complaints about them vs any other smoker.
  11. schlotz

    Smoker advice needed please.

    As you can see there are a number of options and frankly they all have their positive points. The 'authentic' aspect is more of a feel good perspective vs practicality. What you have described suggests that a pellet smoker might be the best fit. But wait.... even in this line there is a vast...
  12. schlotz

    Just ordered a new Lone Star Grillz Pellet Smoker

    I used the other two mentioned and both left a lot of ash. Lumberjack leaves the least in my MAK so I've been using these for quite sometime now. Most smokes are with the Hickory. Specs on the Lone Star are very good. What else did you order with it? Any Upgrades?. The smoker weighs a bunch so...
  13. schlotz

    Hexclad Pan Review, Real World Real Time - Lots of Pictures!

    For anything that's on the light side I've hand washed but for some more serious frying I've wiped out then ran in the dishwasher on the top shelf.
  14. schlotz

    Power Out for last 4 days...

    Hopefully the signal will improve once you get the chance to experiment with location. Yeah, once you can find a place outside with direct access to the satellite(s) it should get closer to their stated 300 mbps download.
  15. schlotz

    This time of year will never be the same again.

    Was sad to hear of your loss Norm. I know all too well how hard something like this can be on those who are left behind & confused. What he must have been going through had to be worse. Great idea to go get a fresh perspective which will help clear the mind and begin the healing. Hang in...
  16. schlotz

    Damn dishwasher....

    Well that sucks Steve. Glad you moved away from Samsung. While their TV's are pretty good it's another story when it comes to their kitchen appliances. Daughter's fridge bit the dust after just a couple of years. Needless to say the replacement was not Samsung.
  17. schlotz

    Hexclad Pan Review, Real World Real Time - Lots of Pictures!

    I now have two HC pieces. Their flat round griddle and the 12" pan. Love how evenly they cook. Nothing sticks and clean up is a breeze. What a pleasure, well worth the price.
  18. schlotz

    Hello from WI

    Welcome the SMF from Indiana. Glad to have ya!
  19. schlotz

    Hello from WI

    Lately yes, but we all know better.... 🤣
  20. schlotz

    First time smoked rib roast

    Personally, I prefer @civilsmoker 's version but beware of who is getting the dipped cut. They should like wine. 😉
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