My CampChef DLX mods

[norwestie]

I saw that RecTec had their wifi PID controller (presumably for their older grills) on sale for $99 and thought that it might be adapted to use with my CampChef. I ordered it and made up a simple harness. After connecting, I got 3 different errors. Turns out that my RTD was incompatible with the new controller. So I ordered a new RTD for $18 shipped. That was the trick. Now I can control on/off-cooldown, grill temp and monitor the probe temps (2 included), all via my iPhone. The temperature swings are very small, like 5ºF instead of 30º-40º. I love it!
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[SonnyE]

I like it!
Actually, I REALLY like it!

I dig on DYI, just built an Inkbird PID for my MES 30 smoker.
That looks cool.
If I can find the post, there's a friend who has an LG900 he wants a WiFi for.
This may be the answer.

 

[pitchinwedge]

Norwestie, did the PID come with the wiring labeled already? I’m guessing you just spliced the leads to the fan, auger, igniter, and power?

Also, thanks for sharing SonnyE!

Edit: looked around the RecTec site. I guess you gotta make up your own wiring harness. Can you still use their app?

 

[norwestie]

The backside of the controller is marked as well as the instruction manual. My harness simply plugs in so no splicing. Everything can be returned to stock, if I need warranty work done.

 

[pitchinwedge]

Pretty slick. I might just bite the bullet. Thanks!

 

[OmahaMyers]

I have the DLX and just added the sidekick. Love the accessory - but my cover no longer fits. Anyone have a solution? I cannot find a larger cover by campchef itself.

 

[dubob]

It took less than a minute to find their cover that fits a 24" pellet smoker/grill. They also make one for their 36" models. I have one and it fits my Woodwind with sear box perfectly. It will fit your DLX with sidekick as well. Click the link below.

COVER

 

[OmahaMyers]

I have the cover for the 24 DLX. With the sidekick installed and hooked up it no longer fits. Thanks though.