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  1. chiefwej

    MES 40, GFCI tripping tests

    Did you even read his post? The last paragraph, which includes: "I've always try to degrease the cabinet after a smoke, and I had been using both alcohol and diluted vinegar from a spray bottle. I'm thinking that the vinegar/water spray may have forced some grease down into that mysterious...
  2. chiefwej

    MES 40, GFCI tripping tests

    Spraying vinegar my be the cause of your corrosion problem on the connections.. You spray acid in the smoker and are surprised that you have corrosion?
  3. chiefwej

    New MES Owner

    I smoked my first turkey last year in my MES40. I brined it first, then used a beer can turkey rack ( I bought on Amazon) to do it just like beer can chicken. Set the temp to its max (275) and I monitored the internal temp with two probes. I was amazed at how quickly it was done. Tasted...
  4. chiefwej

    Mes 40 any tips for cleaning window

    Dawn dish soap and water or Windex will clean it as long as you do it before it cools, as long as it's warm, everything comes off pretty easy.
  5. chiefwej

    MES 30" chip loader paint chipping

    I would just scrape and sand it off. You don't want to be burning paint it the chip burner.
  6. chiefwej

    Masterbuilt 40" Shocks

    If you have it plugged into a GFI protected outlet and still got a shock there is something wrong with the wiring of the outlet or the GFI. You should never feel a shock from a properly working GFI. So that is your first problem. You should be plugging into a properly working, three pronged...
  7. chiefwej

    How did you come up with your screen name?

    Bugsy Siegel vs Bugs Moran. Moran strictly Chicagoland (north side) gangster. Bugsy Siegal New York, L.A. and then Los Vegas.
  8. chiefwej

    How Many Mes Owners Here?

    I definitely recommend the pellet version. Unless you do a lot of cheese and need the cold smoke capability, it's the way to go. The MES, Maverick wireless thermo and AMNPS. The combo is a perfect match.
  9. chiefwej

    How did you come up with your screen name?

    Mine is an 03 540i/6 speed M-tech. You'll find me on the e39 section of the BMW forums. chiefwej - BMWCCA #A359691
  10. chiefwej

    How did you come up with your screen name?

    Profession = I spent 40 years as a Firefighter, finishing my career as Fire Chief. Thus Chief Initials= W.E.J. So, chiefwej
  11. chiefwej

    Masterbuilt 40" Smoker w/glass door for $199

    If that's the new model that's a very good price. If that's the old model THAT'S A GREAT PRICE! $249-$399 is the going price. I think I paid $299 for my generation 1 unit. Post the model number and we will tell you which one it is.
  12. chiefwej

    Disappointed with Masterbuilt

    You can still find the gen 1 MES 40. Some places online even have them deeply discounted.
  13. chiefwej

    MES Smoker -- help please

    That's the same units I have. Just add a AMNPS and you'll have the perfect setup. I just did a 16 hour smoke and used both Maverick and the smoker, meat and chamber probes, (I always do, just for piece of mind). The temp readings all agree within a couple degrees. The AMNPS gave hours of...
  14. chiefwej

    New Cover for MES 40

    Looks like it fits the first gen perfect, but not the new second gen MES40
  15. chiefwej

    2012 Masterbuilt Smokers - NEW 30" & 40" Models!

    WOW!!! That link shows a GEN1 MES40 at Academy for $299 +$15 shipping. It shows the correct model and even a video of the generation one unit. That's the old tried & true model that everyone wants. I won't be surprised if they sell out of those in no time at all. Anyone that wants a great...
  16. chiefwej

    2012 Masterbuilt Smokers - NEW 30" & 40" Models!

    Don't lick the smoker! Other than that you should be OK.
  17. chiefwej

    Masterbuilt question

    The potato trick is used to compare two different probes when confirming readings. I run my Maverick food probe through the door and if I use a BBQ probe, put it down the vent. I didn't caulk the controller to the body, but I did coat the wire terminals with dielectric grease to keep...
  18. chiefwej

    Masterbuilt Electric Smoker "Now at Sam's Club"

    You can also still get the gen1 unit on Amazon with free shipping.
  19. chiefwej

    MES model # ?

    You can also still get the gen1 unit on Amazon with free shipping.
  20. chiefwej

    amazin pellet smoker vs tube smoker

    If its shiny you aint using it enough.
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