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Unknown

I am going to get my husband (and me <g>) a BGE for father's day. Maybe someone here could help me out with a couple questions I have.[p]1. I am going to buy the materials to build the large table/cart for it. Should I use the plans on the BGE website or are there other plans out there I might want to look at? Is there any kind of 'supply list' for a non diy'er such as me to take to the lumber/hardware store to get the things to build the cart?[p]2. On the BGE website, they list several 'accessrories' and 'upgrades.' When I called my local dealer, he said all the ones I asked him about were actually included with the large egg. For instance, the temp gauge, the stainless steel door, and the spring assisted band. The website indicates they are not included in the basic model.[p]3. Are there any accessories I definitly want to get right off the bat? Are they any that I might want to consider? What have you found helpful? We do a lot of bbq'ing and a lot of entertaining and will probably use this thing a lot. We are in the process of putting in a 4-oven Aga (I found out about the egg thru the Aga list) and even tho we live in the not-too-hot PNW, we may want to turn the Aga off during the hottest part of the summer since apparently there is not much you can't cook in the egg! So I want to be prepared with everything we might need. We live in a rural area that requires a ferry ride and some time to get anywhere, so it's not like I can run right down to the dealer and pick something up on a whim.[p]4. Anything else I should know?[p]Thanks!
Gwen

MasterMason

<p />Gwen,[p]
I asked your 3rd question about a month ago, Banker John put togeter a great list. See attached. Your going to love it, I have cooked on it everyday since I got mine.

MasterMason

Mastermason,
Lets try that again with the link in the right box
[ul][li]Banker Johns list[/ul]

Trouble

Gwen,
You have already received a long list of nice accessories. In case you want to save some of those for birthday or holiday gifts, I would prioritize as follows:
1. Good gloves, as mentioned, or welder's gloves
2. plate setter for indirect cooks and raising the cooking surface
3. grid extender for direct cooks with a raised cooking surface
(the grilling tools and lump charcoal go without saying)
4. remote thermometers are very handy for longer cooks like poultry or low/slow bbq. You might have to order from the web. Try looking for Maverick Redi-Check ET-73, as an example. Your dealer may have something similar.[p]Definitely get the first three right away, IMHO. Happy shopping and cooking to you.[p]Trouble

Unknown

Gwen,[p]I believe you would be best served, in your search for a table or cart, by going to the NakedWhiz's web site -- http://nakedwhiz.com and then to /nwindex.htm[p]Pete

Mark Backer

Trouble,[p]Great call Trouble. I would even say the first four right away. And, although it's not necessary, a mapp torch is totally cool for lighting and easy to use and lasts for darned ever. The first time you buy it's 40 bucks, but that includes a tank and the electric starter nozzle. That can should last near a year. Replacement cans are $6.

Bobby-Q

Mark Backer,
I second that, especially about the MAPP gas. Actually I did really second it, I found another MAPP torch in a box of my Dad's old tools. Now I'm a certified 2 fisting MAPP gasser on the Egg.[p]You're only cool if you can hold them both at the same time and light them and then cram them down into the lump and throw your head back and laugh. I'm almost cool, I don't throw my head back and laugh.

Trouble

Gwen,
You have already received a long list of nice accessories. In case you want to save some of those for birthday or holiday gifts, I would prioritize as follows:
1. Good gloves, as mentioned, or welder's gloves
2. plate setter for indirect cooks and raising the cooking surface
3. grid extender for direct cooks with a raised cooking surface
(the grilling tools and lump charcoal go without saying)
4. remote thermometers are very handy for longer cooks like poultry or low/slow bbq. You might have to order from the web. Try looking for Maverick Redi-Check ET-73, as an example. Your dealer may have something similar.[p]Definitely get the first three right away, IMHO. Happy shopping and cooking to you.[p]Trouble

Trouble

Trouble,
Weird how that happens...I hit "back" a bunch of times and ended up double posting without clicking "post" again.[p]sorry for the dupe.[p]JT

Unknown

Okay, what is a mapp torch and why do I need it? If I already have lighting in the area, do I still need it?[p]Thanks,
Gwen

Unknown

Trouble,
I saw the plate thing and the grill extender on someone's website, but don't remember seeing it on the BGE site in their list of accessories. Will check again. If not, where would I get these? Are they made esp for the BGE and don't fit other bbqs?[p]Also, re table, I did find that website with all the tables on it and all I can say is -- WOW! I have decided to let hubby decide what to build. So what do I get so we can use it that same day? Can it sit on some bricks or something? Cement or asphalt? I don't want to buy the 'legs' as we won't need them after we build the table.[p]Thanks,
Gwen

Sigmore

Bobby-Q,Just how much Kool-Ade did you drink? 8^O

Unknown

I do not want to frighten you, but as suggesting that in addition to all of the above mentioned items, you will need a good fire extinguisher![p]It makes no difference which brand of ceramic grill you purchase, this is a #1 item to acquire for your new grill.[p]Regards,
Walt

RRP

Walt Hodges,
You know that was something I did without giving it any forethought! I keep one of these small extinguishers at the forefront of my eggcessory drawer. It's only 8" x 2" but being pure halon it's a mighty little unit.

tn slagamater

Gwen, yes, you can set the egg on any non-flamable surface as a temporary home til your table is ready. Just be careful. The Egg is ceramic and can break. It is top heavy when the lid is up. Be careful of children and big dogs running near it. You do need a plate setter , be sure to get one included on your order....and, welcome to a new world of incredible food from da' egg !

clausenk

Gwen,[p]If you have an Aga, you deserve the most expensive fire starter too.