Help with a Butt

VolDog · September 2009

I put a 9 pound butt on at 10PM Friday. at 10 AM Saturday it was up to 195 degrees. But now at 2PM Saturday it is back down to low 180s. Dome temp has consistently ranged from 225 to 275. What is going on?

Panhandle Smoker · September 2009

Is there is a good chance that you hit a fat pocket or the bone when you got the temp? I always check in a few places.

Wanabe · September 2009

I agree with Eddie, check the temp another place. With that amount of cook time it should be done.

BajaTom · September 2009

First, that is a pretty big spread in your dome temps. My butts usually take 13 to 15 hours at 235/240. I think you need to check your themomters for accuracy. A butt does not go up to 195 then drop to 180. You may not have stuck your them in far enough. Check it again. Others will chime in soon.

Rolling Egg · September 2009

Go outside, open the egg and stick the butt with a fork and twist. If the meat twist up easy, then its done. Remove and let rest in double foil.

Crimsongator · September 2009

If the dome temp hovered near 225, it is going to take much longer to finish.

VolDog · September 2009

I tried a second thermometer (both digital) and poked in another location. I am now seeing 190

VolDog · September 2009

twisting the fork indicated it was done. Its pulled and ready for dinner

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