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Brisket, ABTs and the Flame Boss 100
You may remember I was sent a Flame Boss 100 to try out a little while back? Couldn't use it the first weekend as I had to work. Made sure I was able to this weekend and tried it out on a brisket.
Got a 13 pound brisket all trimmed up nice. Rubbed down with mustard and a mix of Fiesta Brisket Seasoning and Cow Lick. Hey, I was trying to get rid of some of my spices after realizing how much I have during the move. No more Fiesta. Started the Egg around 10:30 Friday night to allow plenty of time for the Egg to get dialed in with the new controller. Wasn't sure how long it would take and didn't want to mess. up.
Played with the temps a bit between 10 and 12 and it did a really good job responding. Brisket went on at 12 with B&B oak lump and mesquite for smoke. Temp set at 235F
Went to bed around 1:30 and all looked good. Not sure what time I got up, but the Egg was steady at 236.
I'm pretty sure I pulled it at 1pm (13 hours or so),. Forgot to take a pic. The brisket was wrapped in foil and placed in a cooler to rest for a few hours as it wasn't time to eat just then. Then it was time to get the ABTs on.
Yes, there were 3 nekid, vegetarian ones for my cousin. How a Griffin became a vegetarian? I blame it on living in California for a few years. :-?
The brisket was so tender after sitting in a cooler for a few hours. Was able to separate the point and the flat with the back of a knife. Here's the flat.
And the point
A little bend test
After pulling the ABTs, I raised the temp from 250 to 375 so my cousin could cook his vegan patties. The Flame Boss had no trouble bringing it up to temp in under 15 minutes. No pictures of that cuz well they were frozen vegan patties. Who cares?
I did notice when installing the Flame Boss, that the new fan does not have those two bendy wires that attach it to the adapter. Kinda freaked me out at first after having a few drinks. Turns out it has a new lip design that keeps it attached. Forgot to take pics of that. Will try and update later. Maybe tomorrow. Kinda hard to explain, but all you need to know is that it works.
As far as performance, I'm totally happy. Works like a champ. Besides the way it attaches, the new design of the controller itself (the most obvious change and appears to be just cosmetic) and new wires that I have no info on, it works just like the original...perfect IMHO. Quickly brought the egg up to temp, held it there for over 13) hours then quickly brought it up to a higher temp to direct grill some burgers. The "Open Dome" function works just as it should, stopping the fan from coming on when you are checking your meat.
No it doesn't have internet or wi-fi. No it won't keep track of your temps and graph them. No it won't tie your shoes or open your beer, but then again I don't want or need a pit controller that does all those things. If you do, hey, that's your thing and this one isn't for you. No biggie. Different strokes and all.
If you want a controller that just controls your pit and that's all without all the fancy bells and whistles, this one deserves looking at. Obviously, I've only used it once, but I'll keep testing it to see how it does over time and how durable it is. So far, I'm am pleased with it. In fact, I'd love to try it out again this coming weekend but I've got a beer and diaper shower being thrown for me. Maybe ribs on Sunday...
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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Nice looking brisky and good info on the controller.LBGE, Marietta, GA
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Are you and I the only two that will admit to drinking Lone Star?Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.
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@Mickey I'll proudly admit to drinking the National Beer of Texas (even if some Commies bought them out). I do prefer the bottles so you can do the little puzzles on the cap, but I'll take a cammo can. Not real picky.
@tulocay Thank you very much
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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May fill @henapples cooler with them %-(Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.
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Do it @Mickey
I will say that I was surprised at how well this unit held temperatures. After I got it up and running, I noticed I have a signifigant gap on the left side of my egg. It was leaking smoke like...something that leaks. I don't know if my dome shifted in the move or what. I think it's finally time to scrape off what little remains of my gasket and install the Rutland that I bought over two years ago with good intentions to install then. Gonna have to find the instructions unless somebody has a link or can pm me them.
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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And readjust the dome which I've never had to do before.
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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You lost me at vegan burger... [-XGreen egg, dead animal and alcohol. The "Boro".. TN
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henapple said:You lost me at vegan burger... [-X
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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@Griffin So I'm guessing you survived the move? It is a pain to move. So you found room for the Eggs?Large BGE, MiniMAX BGE, 2 Mini BGE's, R&V Fryer, 36" Blackstone Griddle, Camp Chef Dual Burner 40K BTU StoveBGE ChimineaProsper, TX
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Oh yeah, we survived. Been in the new house 3 weeks now? Still doing that "Have you seen such and such an item?" and "No, I didn't pack/unpack that so I have no idea where it is"
Eggs were moved on the day prior to the movers coming and were ready for action...but then just sat and sat. They've been neglected and need some love. The large got some with the brisket, need to pay attention to the Mini this week.
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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Glad to hear. What's the due date on the little egger?Large BGE, MiniMAX BGE, 2 Mini BGE's, R&V Fryer, 36" Blackstone Griddle, Camp Chef Dual Burner 40K BTU StoveBGE ChimineaProsper, TX
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Christmas day, so they say, but they are never right.
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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Well if you guys need anything we are just down the road in Prosper. Just let us know.Large BGE, MiniMAX BGE, 2 Mini BGE's, R&V Fryer, 36" Blackstone Griddle, Camp Chef Dual Burner 40K BTU StoveBGE ChimineaProsper, TX
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Griffin said:Christmas day, so they say, but they are never right.
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Congrats on the move. ..they always suck.Green egg, dead animal and alcohol. The "Boro".. TN
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I could go for some of that brisket right about now. =P~ Nice work, Griffen!
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Thanks Diane! ( @Dyal_SC ) What was that white stuff in your FB post? End up going camping after all?
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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No we chickened out. It was just too cold and wet outside for the lake. Figured we'd go again once the weather gets better. Here was my boat. LOL
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Excellent looking brisket.I need to stop reading these posts. A nice simple controller would be a good toy to have. Been thinking about a Party Q so I don't need A/C at the BBQ.Cooking on an XL and Medium in Bethesda, MD.
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Any heatermeter folks out there? This looks like it may be based on heatermeter from the LCD and the features - I've been thinking of building one with all the spare time I don't have.Great review!+++++++++++++++++++++++++++Austin, Texas. I'm the guy holding a beer.
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Agree thanks for the nice review @griffinsumoconnell said:Any heatermeter folks out there? This looks like it may be based on heatermeter from the LCD and the features - I've been thinking of building one with all the spare time I don't have.
Great review!
@sumoconnell I've also read about heatermeter and it looks fun -- not sure I have the chops to do it - it's been a long time since I built a heathkit! If you decide to build one PM me and I'll tackle it too.Chicago, IL - Large and Small BGE - Weber Gasser and Kettle -
Thanks for the review Griffin. How do you compare it to say a DigiQ ?"I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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Food looks great, nice review on the Boss!
NW IA
2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe
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Thanks everybody,
@Hotch I think we'll be fine. My parents live here in the DFW and her mom is coming up for a month. I hope that's a joke...a month? But I do appreciate the offer.
@Ragtop99 I bet there is some kind of rechargeable battery pack you could hook up to any pit controller. Not sure where you would get one, but it seems like a logical thing.
@sumoconnel no idea what a heatermeter is, but I'd be interested in seeing you build one.
@JohnInCarolina I've never used a DigiQ so I can't compare, but I believe DigiQ has more bells and whistles. Doesn't it have wifi?
Thanks @Brisket_Fanatic
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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Thanks for the review Griff, I am looking to get a pit controller as it is probably the only eggcessory I don't have but I dont need all the bells and whistles either. I will check it out for sure. Oh yeah, that Brisket looks great._________________________________________________Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story!Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
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@Griffin - no it doesn't have wifi. That would be the CyberQ.The DigiQ has two probes - one for the grid and one for the meat - and then a blower."I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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Does it have an open lid detection function?
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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Griffin said:Does it have an open lid detection function?"I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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