Plz help mes is useless

[Slipshot]

So my control panel went out on my 20070215 and just my luck the part is discontinued. However I found the same exact controller on a newer model smoker but it says it does not cross over in somebody tell me if this is just a scam to get you to buy new or should actually does crossover. I have attached to thumbnails when is the new part that says it doesn't cross over the other is the part that has discontinued.I'll take any fixes if given doesn't need to look pretty I just want it to work

 

[gmc2003]

bump

 

[Bearcarver]

How long do you have that MES?
If it's not long, they should be able to help you at Masterbuilt.

If it's too long, most people would recommend you get a PID for your MES, and end up with a much better Smoker. Here's my GoTo guy on this tallbm .
My putting that link here should bring him to you, to give you a hand.

Bear

 

[normanaj]

This would be a great time to switch to a PID controller like the Auber.It"ll cost you but you'll get temp control of +/- 1 or 2 degrees of set temp.tallbm has a great rewiring guide on how to do so.When my stock controller finally goes this is what I'll be doing.

 

[Winterrider]

Agreed, the Auber PID will make your smoker an enjoyable unit. No chasing temp swings.

 

[Slipshot]

I will have to look to a pid. Lucky I got my Bluetooth to link so can use it that way. I had to take a torch to the back of the circuit board and reheated all the solder points. I will start saving for a pid. Do you think there is decent vids on YouTube for the conversion

 

[Bearcarver]

I will have to look to a pid. Lucky I got my Bluetooth to link so can use it that way. I had to take a torch to the back of the circuit board and reheated all the solder points. I will start saving for a pid. Do you think there is decent vids on YouTube for the conversion

That guy I put the call to tallbm should be showing up here. Just keep an eye on this thread, and hook up with him. He'll take care of you. He's a Good Guy!!

Bear

 

[Inscrutable]

It’s very easy to do the wiring mods to accept the Auber PID ... essentially you are just bypassing the controller, so when plugged in, it is ON ... then it’s just plugged into the Auber ... about $150 ... not insignificant, but not horrible (all relative I know) ... but you will love your smoking life with that.

 

[tallbm]

I will have to look to a pid. Lucky I got my Bluetooth to link so can use it that way. I had to take a torch to the back of the circuit board and reheated all the solder points. I will start saving for a pid. Do you think there is decent vids on YouTube for the conversion

Hi there and welcome!
I don't believe there are any videos on it. You can check out my post here, it has lots of pictures and details.

MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

Lately I've seen a number of posts about guys wanting to rewire their MES. I had wanted to post a quick and simple guide for those out there that are curious or those that simply need to rewire but need a little assistance. Well here goes. Disclaimer: When messing with electrical equipment...

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In short you unhook 4 wire ends. Cut off the ends and splice together proper wire ends to make 2 wires and that is it!
At that point it is how Inscrutable mentions. The plug will feed power directly to the heating element (with the safety switch still in the mix).
With the Auber PID you throw the temp prob into the MES to measure temp. You plug the MES into the Auber PID and plug the Auber PID into the wall.
You punch in a set temp and the Auber PID will cut power on/off to reach and hold the set temp and will do so within 1-2 degrees of your set temp!

You will have a smoker that is 100x better than when the MES was working brand new :D
FYI, You will need to use an AMNPS tray or tube and chip feeding will no longer work for you since the element isnt held on and swinging temps anymore.... This usually isnt an issue since most MES users do that anyhow :)