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  1. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Well some time has passed and I would say I am VERY happy with the way the 30" has performed. However if out of the gate your already wondering how many butts you can cram into the 30" I have to agree with all the others, go with the 40" model. Just my 2 cents worth :biggrin:
  2. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Hi Geerock, Yep that solved it. I opened the vent fully and it ran like a champ. The water issue was solved and I was happy with the amount of smoked taste  with the ber can chicken. (sorry no Qview this time). Thanks everyone Kurt
  3. MES Digital Smokers

    MES Digital Smokers

  4. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Ok Finished my first set of boneless ribs. So here are my impressions..... 1) I noticed that it ran really humid and a fair amount of water ran down the door while it was running and leaked out onto the floor.  I checked the unit to be sure it was level but this seemed to make no difference...
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  6. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Hey thanks! Thats great news. I have done my share of control wiring and have no shortage of # 12 stranded.  kurt
  7. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Hi Got my new smoker last weekend. 2nd gen 30" MES. I seasoned it Thursday and it ran for 4 hours without a hitch. I am not positive but believe the meat thermo and the internal temp thermo are 2 different sensors. When I checked them (at 275 F) they agreed within 1 F which I was happy to see...
  8. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Thanks Bear, Sounds like I need to look into the AMNPS. I hear a lot of good things about them! Kurt
  9. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    So I ordered the  Masterbuilt 30'' Electric Smokehouse with Viewing Window 2nd gen. model : 20070312. It should be ready for me to pick up at BPS  in about a week. I am hoping to do the trial run with a brisket, after I season the smoker. I have heard some people will light a couple of...
  10. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    I suspect part the problem with extension cords may be that often they could be of a smaller wire gauge than the actual circuit itself so its has a lower ampacity. Then take a long wire run (from a house out to a detached garage plus say a 100 ft extension cord) you could start getting voltage...
  11. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    The outlet in the garage close to the door is a great idea. I put a panel out there years ago so there are no shortage of outles.  Kurt 
  12. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    LOL thats a good one Bear. No I am just being cautious. I really do want an electric one and have no interest in a propane smoker. I do have a cabinet type charcoal smoker that I like for doing ribs I just figured electric would be a whole lot easier for long runs. I am interested in a 30"...
  13. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Hi, My buddy has an older style MES smoker he leaves covered but out to the weather here in Boston. It has not done well at all and the hinges are rusting badly he says (after about 3 seasons). I am not surprised. That has also been my experience with grills left out all summer under cover...
  14. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Yes thanks, that's my question its the 2nd generation smokers I am inquiring about. I heard many good things about the previous generation. I see the 2nd gen at BPS and have a bunch of gift cards but several of the reviews there seem to say they didnt work when they got them.  Thanks Kurt
  15. kirka62

    MES Digital Smokers

    Hi, I am considering purchasing a new model; MES digital smoker either the Masterbuilt 30'' Elite Digital Electric Smoker Manufacturer model #: 20070213. or the Masterbuilt 30'' Electric Smokehouse with Viewing Window Manufacturer model #: 20070312. I am hesitant  as  I have seen several...
  16. kirka62

    Brinkmann Square 2-Door Vertical Electric Smoker

    That is a good deal. But just checked and they are sold out. bummer
  17. kirka62

    Brinkmann Square 2-Door Vertical Electric Smoker

    OK got the smoker from Walmart. Unfortunately I had it shipped site to store. When I picked it up the box looked like it had been resealed which is usually not a good sign. When I took it home and opened it looked like it had dropped off the back of a truck. The front bottom corners were so...
  18. kirka62

    Brinkmann Square 2-Door Vertical Electric Smoker

    opps posted twice by accident 
  19. kirka62

    Brinkmann Square 2-Door Vertical Electric Smoker

    Ok not much luck with the searching. With any luck it will arrive at wally world today or tommorrow. When i get it, I will post some pictures and list any areas I might want to change. Here is some thoughts... Its double walled but unclear if its insulated. Unclear if any vent control exists...
  20. kirka62

    Brinkmann Square 2-Door Vertical Electric Smoker

     Ok not much luck with the searching. With any luck it will arrive at wally world today or tommorrow. When i get it, I will post some pictures and list any areas I might want to change. Here is some thoughts... Its double walled but unclear if its insulated. Unclear if any vent control exists...
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