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Richard
When I do briskets I plan for 1 hour per pound plus 2 hours at 235. I always foil at 165. I pull the brisket at 195-197 and into an empty ice chest for at least an hour and 2 or 3 are better. Be sure you keep an eye on your temps both smoker and meat and you'll be fine. Wrapping will help...
I think you'll find cooking to internal temp the best way especially for butts. I always foil mine at 165 IT, pulling at 203-205 resting in an empty ice chest for at least one hour 2 or 3 is better.
195-197 is for slicing, if pulling take it to 203-205. You can, as David says use the toothpick to test for tenderness. I haven't found that necessary using the temps I use. It is always possible I'll run into one that is not ready at my temps but haven't yet.
They will do everything possible to make sure you are satisfied. I am surprised your Maverick is that far off. I have a maverick and it is only off about 4 degrees.
Richard
I use my thermopen when checking the internal temps of my meats. It is accurate, I always take my briskets to 195-197 before pulling and into an empty ice chest for at least one hour and 3 hours is better. I should also say I always foil my briskets at 165. I believe that foiling, shortens...
Tiger, call Rec Tec and I promise they will help you. I've had my Rec Tec going on 2 years and my temps are nearly exact according to my Maverick. Rec Tec's service is second to none and they will make you happy. You're sure your secondary thermometer is working properly? I am sure Rec Tec...
Sounds to me like something up with the temps. I pull my butts at 203-205 and rest an hour or two before pulling. The only time I had a tough butt was when my meat thermometer was off by 15 degrees causing me to pull way too soon.
Richard
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