Grid Extender

BrisketBob · March 2010

I'd like to get a grid extender so I can cook enough ribs for 30 people. I saw this one on ebay for around $30. Is this a good buy? Any other suggestions?

RRP · March 2010

I have one and prefer it over the homemade version since this collapses. Just learn to spring the feet so they hook tightly over your existing grill. $30 sounds about right though your dealer should have them in stock.

FatMike · March 2010

I got one from freds music and bbq..the smokin guitar player..Love it..I even use it for pizza to get my stone up in the dome

Ross in Ventura · March 2010

You can build one for under $20.00 with a 17-in. Webber grid and 4 SS bolts

Ross

Mainegg · March 2010

I started with one of those and still use it some. as soon as I had the $$ though I got one of these. if $$ is not to big a deal I would go for this
http://www.ceramicgrillstore.com/ceramicgrillstore/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=54&Itemid=226
it works for so many things.

fishlessman · March 2010

i would spend the money towards an adjustable rig, it costs more but its more practical. i do have that extender and its not tall enough to stand ribs on end under it. cooking ribs for 30 people you will need to stand the ribs up to get enough in there

fishlessman · March 2010

yep

BrisketBob · March 2010

Fishless, that's what I thought. My rib racks are about 5-6" tall. I guess I could make one myself with 7" bolts but it might be pretty wobbly. What do you guys think?

reelgem · March 2010

Bob, we have the grid extender and the adjustable rig. We use the AR all the time. I would definitely go with the AR, it's way more versatile and worth the extra money. The customer service at the ceramic grill store is outstanding too.

ceramicgrillstore.com

vidalia1 · March 2010

I agree with Julie. I have both also and use the Adjustable rig quite a lot more than the grid extender.

BrisketBob · March 2010

OK guys thanks for the help. I'm going with the AR at the Ceramic Grill Store.

Bacchus · March 2010

IMO, ribs for 30 should be cooked in advance and warmed in the oven.

reelgem · March 2010

Great choice Bob, I know you will be very happy. Be sure to get the sliding brackets. Those are really nice to have.

BrisketBob · March 2010

How many racks of baby backs should I get or should I go with St.Louis or spare ribs?

Misippi Egger · March 2010

If you cook steaks and can squeeze out a little more milk money, be sure to get the spider also. Very versatile!

Misippi Egger · March 2010

Many estimate 1/2 rack (6 ribs) per person, depending on male/female mix, what other foods are present and how hungry they are ... :ohmy:

asianflava · March 2010

I'd go with spares, baby backs have less meat and can quickly go from done to over done because of this. Plus I'm sure everybody wants to EAT! Good Luck!

Humphrey Chimpden Earwicker · March 2010

Even cheaper without stainless

hahahaha
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Ross in Ventura · March 2010

And better flavor

Ross

Sooner Egg · March 2010

when you start cookin the ribs, count me in as one of the 30 people who will be in attendance :P

reelgem · March 2010

Definitely I'd go with spares. Way more flavor.
Do you have more than one egg?

fishlessman · March 2010

this will give you an idea as how to set it up. if i was doing more i would take the fire ring out which would give me more head room. you will be moving these around alot, the rig comes out of the egg in one piece, move/flip the racks and put the assembly back in

Mark0525 · March 2010

reelgem wrote:

Definitely I'd go with spares. Way more flavor.
Do you have more than one egg?

You guys are killing me

I was all set to go out and buy babyback because I love the way they fall off the bone and now you're saying get spareribs :pinch:

Magnus Viridis Ovum · March 2010

There reaches a point in life where your own opinion trumps all advice. I prefer spares, but lots of folks prefer baby backs.

If there was a right answer, God wouldn't have had the critters evolve both for us.

Dave in So Cal · March 2010

If you want to cook enough ribs for 30 people, sounds like you may need to go out and buy another BGE or two. :evil: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: A grid extender may not be enough, but you could go ahead and buy two sets of everything so you will have close to enough room.

reelgem · March 2010

I'm sorry about that Mark. I used to like babybacks because I only had spares a few times. There is definitely differnece in flavor. If you've noticed most of the BBQ competitions are won using spares.

fishlessman · March 2010

heres the current record, i would go for it just to hold the new record :laugh:

http://www.eggheadforum.com/index.php?option=com_simpleboard&func=view&id=62119&catid=1[url][/url]

Dave in So Cal · March 2010

Anne, I just ordered the sliding bracket set-up. I have found it is a bit tricky trying to pull out the oval grid. Also, I wanted to have two oval grids so I can actually switch them. I also wanted the grid extender so I could do two grids worth of food higher up in the dome.

Please let me know how you use / like your set up. Thanks.

BrisketBob · March 2010

I'm thinkin' I'll cook some the day before and some the day of the party. I've also got to cook sides.

Dave in So Cal · March 2010

Spares are generally less expensive too. Therefore, you can serve more people for less money with better tasting food. Wow, spares could be the ultimate party food. Who would have thunk it?

Mark0525 · March 2010

Dave in So Cal wrote:

Spares are generally less expensive too. Therefore, you can serve more people for less money with better tasting food. Wow, spares could be the ultimate party food. Who would have thunk it?

Do they fall off the bone like baby back?

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