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  1. viper

    2nd MES and still having temp problems

    What does the plate on the back say for power information? volts, amps? 
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    I want to start brewing but i got a few questions??

    Good advice from above.  We brew 20-100gal batches here.  My recommendations are to do an extract beer first to learn about the processes.  Actually, do several to gain repeatability.  Then you can move to grain mashing if you want.  The largest problem with home brewers is precision and...
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    2nd MES and still having temp problems

    I seem to remember that they increased the wattage of the element some time her recently.  in running mine, I hang my temp probe in the vent until I need to stick the meat and they run within about 10* of each other.  I still wonder about heat conduction in the back wall skewing the reading on...
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    Where is the forum for baked beans!!!! You can't have ribs without beans!

    I am looking for some recipes for baked beans.  I want to add some smoked butt in it and whip my own sauce.  Just curious if there are some recipes here and if they are in a certain forum I am missing? 
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    2nd MES and still having temp problems

    Remember that water has to get up to 212F to boil, not the smoker so you will end up waiting some time for the water to heat.  Personally, i would just drop your temp probe in there and get going.. FYI, if the heat element in the bottom gets red hot, I would suspect that it is running very...
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    2nd MES and still having temp problems

    Well, I am an electrician and engineer and willing to help you out but we need a little more to go on.  Resistive loads (heating elements) are based on two things - voltage and resistance in the element which determines the current draw...  The very first thing you should do is buy or borrow a...
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    Hot link 101. Grinders stuffers casings recipes

    Rookie here looking to do some hot links by request from the family.  Have never done any and did not find any bare bones basic descriptions on this.  Just wanting to start from the beginning.  Do guy usually start with uncooked shoulder for this?  What is the best casing for smoking?  Is there...
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    Electric vs Gas

    I think you are considering the extra inefficiencies of a smoke box there to have such a large difference between gas and electric.  Actually, when comparing apples to apples for heating loads, gas is far superior cost wise but I too am using electric right now and the cost to run it is dirt...
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    Is sams a cheap enough place to buy? What should I be paying?

    What about other meats such as spares and beef brisket and back ribs?
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    Is sams a cheap enough place to buy? What should I be paying?

    i think I just paid 1.57/lb I believe for some butts.  The thought came to mind to check with local butchers but not sure if they would really have any better price on this sort of thing but maybe.  Also wanting to consider other meats like spares, beef briskets, etc. 
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    Do you think the brisket is safe?

    The temp is not just to kill bacteria, but break down connective tissues that bind the meat together.  The idea and goal is the get it to all break down so it falls apart but retains moisture. 
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    Liquor in BBQ/smoking. Cognac, whiskey, beer, brandy, etc

    Just curious to hear from some people that use liquors in either their sauces or glazes or injectables.  Just wondering how the flavors work?  It would seem you would just have to cook the alcohol out fully but maybe the alcohol can offer some zing?  I did a little testing with my sauce with...
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    Cook down % from initial weight to final weight

    I forgot to weight in my last pieces but just curious "on average" what a should might cook down to.  Say butt, bone in, twin 10lb-ers. 
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    Brisket failure? Tissue did not break down..

    Thanks for all the replies.  It sounds like testing the brisket is as critical as watching the temp and moisture.  Maybe next round I will try to test the meat a bit more and just let it go if still not right.  I could tell my pork was good to go though.   Also, it sounds like some people use a...
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    vacuum sealer for seasoning smoked cheese?

    I guess the big question now is if this cheese I did has a problem or just needs to season.  I know now that 1-2 weeks is needed but I am still surprised how bitter and off the flavor is right now.  I guess I have doubts that 1-2 weeks will really do it. 
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    Anyone had to purchase a replacement door for an MES 30" Son killed mine...

    The damage is more cosmetic than anything but because the door is insulated, I cannot just get at the back to beat it all out.  Sort of irritating being brand new and all....  I would prefer a new door if they are reasonable.  Doubt I would pay 200 for a new door though thus my reason for asking...
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    vacuum sealer for seasoning smoked cheese?

    I understand cheese needs seasoned for 1-3 weeks to properly infuse the flavors.  I am curious if vacuum sealing would be an acceptable method for long term storage or if once the seal is broken, your shelf life will suffer?  I would like to do some cheese for family members and would like to...
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    Brisket failure? Tissue did not break down..

    Well, my goal is pulled brisket, not sliced which seems more popular here.  It seems you have to push the temps higher to get pulled performance.  I am just not sure how much force you should have to use to "pull" it.  My pork comes apart pretty easy but maybe that is not a fair comparison, or...
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    Anyone had to purchase a replacement door for an MES 30" Son killed mine...

    Smoker is nearly new but my son did not seem to care and knocked it off of the table and hurt the door pretty good.  Just curious if they are pretty pricey?  Anyone had to buy one? Don't really care if I get the window or windowless version..
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    Going to get spares and butt, what do I need to know?

    new to pork smoking.  Was going to get a rack of spares and a butt or two.  Need to know what I need to watch out for regarding the shopping?  I was going just just add my rub 12 hrs before and wrap, then cook and add my baste every now and then but did not plan to marinade unless that is a...
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