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  1. wraunch

    Maybe in the market for a new grill/smoker

    All, I have a MES 30 electric smoker now and a four burner stainless grill.  My grill is going on 10 years old and after numerous repairs I am down to 2 somewhat working burners.  I am debating about what to replace it with.  I don't smoke but maybe once every 6 weeks as I have two small kids...
  2. wraunch

    3 Butts on MES 30

    I'm smoking three butts this Saturday for a birthday party Saturday night. I just smoked my first Butt two weeks ago and it was delicious! Question is which Butt should I put my Maverick thermometer in? Also, will my cook time probably still be around 12 hrs? Just wondering if I should put...
  3. wraunch

    Noobie on MES 30

    Ok, I have never made jerky in my life. I enjoy jerky on occassion but my brothers love the stuff.  I would like to start making some as gifts for them.  I have a few lean beef roasts I could cut up and use.  I also have some venison cube steak and sausage.  I have read some people make jerky...
  4. wraunch

    Introduction

    Hello all, I have been posting on here for a few months now but I don't think I ever stopped in to introduce myself.  My name is Chris, I live in Clayton, NC (Near Raleigh, NC), married with 2 kids.  I help people with financial and estate planning during the week and love smoking on my MES 30...
  5. wraunch

    First Boston Butt on MES 30

    Ok guys I need your help.  I just got back from the hospital with my month old son so I haven't read up or searched enough.  My son is fine now btw.  I have an 8lb butt that I plan on slathering in mustard then rubbing and wrapping in Saran wrap tonight.  What is he rule of thumb for temp and...
  6. wraunch

    Trying to decide on which smoker

    Ok, I am a complete rookie at smoking.  I have cooked on pig cookers in the past and I love my gas grill but it is time to start smoking.  I am looking at these three smokers at Sams Club, not comitted to Sams Club or these smokers so your opinion is greatly appreciated.  I would like to stay...
  7. wraunch

    First Brisket this weekend

    Hey all, I have not bought my smoker yet but I plan on using my dad's Chargriller Pro with SFB this weekend to smoke a 6 lb flat.  I have done quite a bit of searching and reading but I was wondering if there is anyone with the same setup that might be able to help me avoid any common...
  8. wraunch

    Which gas smoker to buy???

    Ok all, I bought my day a Char-Griller charcoal smoker last yr.  I have never owned a smoker.  I love the flavor my dad's smoker gives but I am too impatient for a charcoal smoker.  I have seen a flood of deals recently but I am willing to wait until the 4th of July if the deals might get...
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