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Kickash might be the real deal!
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bweekes
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I'll admit, I've purchased a lot of useless accessories for the egg over the years (too many to list here). In fact, the only ones I'd classify as worthwhile and "non-gimmicky" would be the Smokeware cap and the CGW two-tier swing rack (though the verdict is still out on the latter). Well, I can confidently add the Kickash basket to the list of awesome aftermarket accessories. The obvious benefit of being able to shake out the ash and quickly start your cook may or may not appeal to all folks (it certainly did for me). BUT - for me the real benefit is the increased airflow on my XL. The guys at the store recommended that I retain the stock cast iron charcoal grate and place the Kickash basket on top of it - apparently the surface area is so big on the XL that the basket needs the support so it doesn't bow under the high temps. Anyways - when I heard this, I was skeptical that it would reduce airflow and I'd have a hard time getting temps up - couldn't have been more wrong. The basket is designed such that there's about a 3/4 inch gap between its outer edge and the ceramic firebox. See second pic attached. I'm convinced this has made a huge difference in start up time and temp stability. We'll see how this thing holds up, but for now, I couldn't be happier. Anyone else have longer term experience with this?
Ajax, ON Canada
(XL BGE, MED BGE, La Caja China #2, and the wife's Napoleon gasser)
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I love it. Really hating not having one in the minimax.Slumming it in Aiken, SC.
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thx for posting this. been looking for something for the XL as the grate lets a lot of smaller chunks through. just ordered one.
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jbreed said:thx for posting this. been looking for something for the XL as the grate lets a lot of smaller chunks through. just ordered one.Ajax, ON Canada(XL BGE, MED BGE, La Caja China #2, and the wife's Napoleon gasser)
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Can't agree more about the basket. XL are available, but back ordered. If you have a large and a plate setter I suggest the claw. It is possibly the best gadget out there. So simple, so awesome. Only available for lathes I think.
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Got my basket about two weeks ago. So far, I like it.Dan, Columbia,Mo.
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The claw?
I would much rather be able to say I was glad I did than wished I had........
XL owner and purveyor of pallette perfection...
Homosassa....Mecca of Florida
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Oh Lord something else I gotta get...Makes good sense to me..I suppose I need to say thanks for sharing.. #-oGreensboro North Carolina
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Where do you get this from?
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Yeah, it's a tool for handling the plate setter. Hot or cold. Only for the large. I barely touch mywelding gloves now. I love it, really. Also love the Ott grid lifter. I use a nest with egg mates,so it works great for me. I hang the grid from the mate. You need a place to hang the grid lifter to really get to most out of it. Side table would work also.AUCE said:The claw?
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pgprescott said:Can't agree more about the basket. XL are available, but back ordered. If you have a large and a plate setter I suggest the claw. It is possibly the best gadget out there. So simple, so awesome. Only available for lathes I think.If it's not available, do what I did. 2 Weber 22 inch charcoal grates, 4 bolts, 4 nuts, 8 washers. Easy as pie and airflow like you won't believe.----------------------------------------------------------------------------If it's not available, do what I did. 2 Weber 22 inch charcoal grates, 4 bolts, 4 nuts, 8 washers. Easy as pie and airflow like you won't believe.The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos.
Cumming, GA
Eggs - XL, L, Small
Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner
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Kickash basket kicks a$$. For somone on a budget you can also try the charcoal grate from the weber 22.5 bbq perfect fit.
On a side note a have an XL BGE got it at Christmas. The stock grate has very large air holes, maybe an 1" or more in diameter, larger then older models. -
danv23 said:pgprescott said:Can't agree more about the basket. XL are available, but back ordered. If you have a large and a plate setter I suggest the claw. It is possibly the best gadget out there. So simple, so awesome. Only available for lathes I think.If it's not available, do what I did. 2 Weber 22 inch charcoal grates, 4 bolts, 4 nuts, 8 washers. Easy as pie and airflow like you won't believe.----------------------------------------------------------------------------If it's not available, do what I did. 2 Weber 22 inch charcoal grates, 4 bolts, 4 nuts, 8 washers. Easy as pie and airflow like you won't believe.Ajax, ON Canada(XL BGE, MED BGE, La Caja China #2, and the wife's Napoleon gasser)
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Tinyfish said:Kickash basket kicks a$$. For somone on a budget you can also try the charcoal grate from the weber 22.5 bbq perfect fit. On a side note a have an XL BGE got it at Christmas. The stock grate has very large air holes, maybe an 1" or more in diameter, larger then older models.The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos.
Cumming, GA
Eggs - XL, L, Small
Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner
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danv23 said:That's a cool idea. However, I will mention this: the Kickash basket also protects the six airholes, so I no longer get them clogged. That's a huge advantage for it that isn't even "advertised"._____________
"Pro-Life" would be twenty students graduating from Sandy Hook next month
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@Botch I read that and I 100% agree! Great design!The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos.
Cumming, GA
Eggs - XL, L, Small
Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner
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I wish they made this with 304 Stainless Steel."You can live in any city in America, but New Orleans is the only city that lives in you."Chris Rose
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Where can I purchase the KAB???
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Washington, IL > Queen Creek, AZ ... Two large eggs and an adopted Mini Max
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Jeepster47 said:Ajax, ON Canada(XL BGE, MED BGE, La Caja China #2, and the wife's Napoleon gasser)
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@bweekes ... I'd share the secret handshake with you, but, well, there isn't one. Just dumb luck. I find that if it kicks you out once, then you're dead meat until Vanilla starts picking on someone else and forgets about you.
When you get kicked out try this: a) post an innocuous comment like "back in a minute." b) edit the comment to your heart's content. For some reason, once you've gotten through Vanilla's indiscriminate firewall on the first post, they don't pay attention to edits.
Thanks for the smile.
Washington, IL > Queen Creek, AZ ... Two large eggs and an adopted Mini Max
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Jeepster47 said:@bweekes ... I'd share the secret handshake with you, but, well, there isn't one. Just dumb luck. I find that if it kicks you out once, then you're dead meat until Vanilla starts picking on someone else and forgets about you.
When you get kicked out try this: a) post an innocuous comment like "back in a minute." b) edit the comment to your heart's content. For some reason, once you've gotten through Vanilla's indiscriminate firewall on the first post, they don't pay attention to edits.
Thanks for the smile.Ajax, ON Canada(XL BGE, MED BGE, La Caja China #2, and the wife's Napoleon gasser) -
Jeremiah said:I love it. Really hating not having one in the minimax.
LBGE 2013 & MM 2014Die Hard HUSKER & BRONCO FANFlying Low & Slow in "Da Burg" FL -
Got mine several months ago. Fire box holes stay clear, less cleaning the base and i feel the air flow is improved. Pricy but glad I bought it.Dan, Columbia,Mo.
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Will probably get one for the MM after all the positive reviews. Can't see how the XL needs better airflow though.
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Lit said:Will probably get one for the MM after all the positive reviews. Can't see how the XL needs better airflow though.Ajax, ON Canada(XL BGE, MED BGE, La Caja China #2, and the wife's Napoleon gasser)
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Has anyone ditched their HiQue and gone with the basket, or use the KAB with the HiQue?
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