Lowes JMSS MES 40 on sale

[michael ciaio]

Is the gen 2 really that bad? The ones lowes have are now selling for $279. It has the gen 2 drip plate and water pan, but the vent is on the top left. It's like a gen 2.75 ROFL. I was thinking of grabbing one and just removing the drip plate and water pan completely. How about a high temp fan to move the heat around to avoid hotspots.... something like those wood stove fans.

Anyone mod one and come up with a decent smoker?

 

[old sarge]

Is the gen 2 really that bad? 

According to the many posts here at SMF, the answer is Yes. 

 

[Braz]

For $20 more you can get a Gen. 1 (20070311) from Academy.com .

Braz

 

[f14tomcat5]

I was looking at purchasing this unit as well. There is so much talk about these MES units and the different generations. Does anyone have a SN breakdown of what constitutes a 1, 2, 2.5, or 3 generation unit? 

Also, just confirming this is one of the 2nd gen units typically plagued by element and temp problems?

 

[pc farmer]

 
I was looking at purchasing this unit as well. There is so much talk about these MES units and the different generations. Does anyone have a SN breakdown of what constitutes a 1, 2, 2.5, or 3 generation unit? 

Also, just confirming this is one of the 2nd gen units typically plagued by element and temp problems?

Check this out.

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/...umber-recognition-pictures-info-digital-units

 

[imjackb]

The 30" MES is also clearance priced at $215 at Lowe's. Down from $269. I have had the 30" for about 6 months and have had good results with it.