Here comes the hate

plumbfir01

So most of you know I just sold my LBGE all because i wanted a nest setup and got rid of table and ended up getting more then i asked for for the egg and table. I have since kicked around the KJ BIG Joe or Classic with the new cool designs and divide and conquer system they have it seems like lots of innovation for tonight at least, I can get the Classic (LBGE Size) for 854 out the door with cart and side tables. the BIG joe is 1350 for same stuff. I am lookinh at about the same for the LBGE at egg fest after driving to get it.. and about 300 cheaper for the XLBGE but it appears the divide and conquer system offsets the need for Adj rig (at least for some applications) 

So here is the question and dont be hateful guys. I really love the family we have here......regardless of how dysfunctional it is. 

I am looking at the steps kj is taking foward and the egg has not changed... ALSO##### the warranty issue is bothering me. I understand that if i crack my egg, i have to utilize dealer to get a replacement and its at their leisure because of shipping cost unless i want to pay them correct?  Well if you crack KJ, send a pic to warranty dept and they ship you one out directly no charge at all. This is a factor for me since my dealer is almost 2 hours away. 

help, ideas, pros/cons appriciated. 

grege345

So I take it you like your joe jr?

Little Steven

Oh The Horror

McStew

Yah my dealer told me that today, base cracked and I would be getting a new one when they decide to order more eggs ( in about two months ) because they just received an order the day before.  I just about told him to go F himself but I restrained.  

cazzy

You remind me of an egghead I used to know

plumbfir01

yes, its a smokin little fool. Once I got the spark screen squared away with them, It was a win-win. 

grege345

@plumbfir01‌ do you have problems with temps? I know its a mixed crowd of small owners that have problems. As for goin to a different ceramic I say whatever works for you. Good luck. Btw. That divide and conquer system with the extender would be pretty kick a$€

cazzy

I honestly think you'll miss the community. Not sure if Joe can offer that.

Sure, you'll post here for a bit, but it will become awkward. You'll want to talk about your Joe and how much you love it, but you'll refrain cause the majority likely won't be interested. You also might need help that we won't be able to provide you.

I'd hate to see you join the B team, but that's your decision.

plumbfir01

no problems getting to temps or maintaining anything. I can be at 350 in 12min. I can hold any temp until i run out of lump. I can get it to 850 pretty easily as well. It will flat out cook. I am thinking the big joe as you can divide the lump or the lbge and another lbge down the road... However i like to cook butts and briskets and would hate to run two setups at same time when i could have a XL with adj rig cranking it out. 

Pendejo

Also, this forum is paid for by the BGE Company.  To me, it seems rather unethical to spout a competitive product on their nickel.  You might want to join greeneggers.com .  They are not tied to the corporate website.

tjosborne

 However i like to cook butts and briskets and would hate to run two setups at same time when i could have a XL with adj rig cranking it out. 

There you have it, get the xl.

plumbfir01

Thanks for your kind hearted lovin' but i am not specifically speaking on just buying a kj...its trying to weight the options of kj vs bge. If it offends you, oh well. 

jllbms

McStew said:

Yah my dealer told me that today, base cracked and I would be getting a new one when they decide to order more eggs ( in about two months ) because they just received an order the day before.  I just about told him to go F himself but I restrained.  

McStew said:

Yah my dealer told me that today, base cracked and I would be getting a new one when they decide to order more eggs ( in about two months ) because they just received an order the day before.  I just about told him to go F himself but I restrained.  

Yep, exactly same here. Only help I got was from the distributor, and we will see if he delivers on his promise. As far as my local dealer, I'm over it.

4Runner

Lifetime warranty is king. No clue what the kj is but having to wait is moot. You just find a dealer that is getting ready to order and there you have it. That is exactly what I did. Anyway, just pick what you want and start cooking. Sometimes this forum is like a bunch of women trying figure out what shoes to wear.

Little Steven

plumbfir01 said:

Thanks for your kind hearted lovin' but i am not specifically speaking on just buying a kj...its trying to weight the options of kj vs bge. If it offends you, oh well. 

Just so you know I was kidding. Do what you think is right. My next buy will be a Big Steel Keg so I can travel to eggfests B-)

mrdnks

I am not sure why you are on an EGG forum asking about other brands?

Why dont you go to their forum and ask questions.

If this offends you, oh well. Bye bye

Little Steven

mrdnks said:

I am not sure why you are on an EGG forum asking about other brands?

Why dont you go to their forum and ask questions.

If this offends you, oh well. Bye bye

Kinda funny, a guy with 62 posts telling a guy with 450 to kiss off.

grege345

I thought prices for demo eggs were priced better than what you stated. Even if the demo egg is cheaper that 2 hour drive for a warranty issue would really suck. I think you already made your decision. Your always welcome here IMO. Btw that other forum is like bein on a deserted island. Bbq brethren won't discriminate either. Hate to see you gone forever. Again, good luck

caliking

cazzy said:

I honestly think you'll miss the community. Not sure if Joe can offer that. Sure, you'll post here for a bit, but it will become awkward. You'll want to talk about your Joe and how much you love it, but you'll refrain cause the majority likely won't be interested. You also might need help that we won't be able to provide you. I'd hate to see you join the B team, but that's your decision.

@plumbfir01 - when I was trying to figure out which ceramic cooker to buy in 2012, I came very close to buying a Primo XL. I liked the oval shape and  the ability to divide the firebox. I eventualy bought the BGE, because as I did my research, I noted that the BGE community seemed more active and offered a certain camarederie - forums, eggfests, eggcessories, kitsch, etc. Call me a Kool-Aid drinker, but I'm quite happy with my decision. 

Of course, go with what makes you feel best. Why would you really care what a bunch of folks on the interwebs had to say about your choice? Its not their money you're spending, nor are you buying a cooker for their home/family. I may have bought a KJ initially, if I had known about them, but the fact that I had never heard of them sort of illustrates my point. 

plumbfir01

mrdnks said:

I am not sure why you are on an EGG forum asking about other brands?

Why dont you go to their forum and ask questions.

If this offends you, oh well. Bye bye

Its ok since your new on here ill fill ya in    I come here because these guys are informative and have more info to offer in multiple facets then any other forum anywhere. I ask here because i assure you that some on here have KJ or primo or other brands and can share the pro/cons. 

GeorgeS

I think there are a lot of guys on here who cook on multiple types of grills so asking about another grill vs BGE isn't bothersome to me. There have been several discussions about KJ grills over the last month again doesn't bother me. If it's not a topic you wish to add to move on. I hope whatever grill you choose you are able to build many happy memories through good food with friends and family! Isn't that what were are all after? LOL can't we all just get along!

Foghorn

Little Steven said:

mrdnks said:

I am not sure why you are on an EGG forum asking about other brands?

Why dont you go to their forum and ask questions.

If this offends you, oh well. Bye bye

Kinda funny, a guy with 62 posts telling a guy with 450 to kiss off.

Yeah, I was thinking about how ironic that is.  A guy who has started 33 productive discussions here on a variety of topics, has bought one BGE, is considering buying another one... comes to the BGE site paid for by BGE to ask his BGE buddies to convince him to buy another BGE (which is presumably EXACTLY why BGE pays for this site)... and more than one person here tells him to kiss off - thereby reducing the likelihood that he will buy another BGE.

So, @plumbfir01, while @cazzy was writing with his tongue in his cheek, there is a lot of truth to what he says.  Get the XLBGE and the AR.  The KJ warranty may be easier to implement, but that will only come into play once every few years - if ever.  The resources here that are somewhat BGE specific are valuable resources every day.  I am constantly impressed by the folks here and the fine details that I gather from their expertise.  That expertise and camaraderie would become uncomfortable and nonspecific if you get a KJ.

grege345

+ 1 @Foghorn‌ really well written. Punctuation. Grammar. Wish I had your skilz.

Monty77

I have only been on this forum for a month and already I have learned so much and enjoyed contributing to any topics I can. Obviously there is going to be lots of Egg talk on here, but I agree with what was mentioned above, that there are a lot of excellent cooks on here with a vast amount of experience that they are willing to share.  No matter the device, I think we are all here cause we love to talk about cooking, share our recipes and ask/offer help.  In my opinion, the more the merrier on here!  

Hungry Joe

Buy what is best for you. Lots of folks have different cookers here. If someone has a problem with that just ignore them. Don't expect to get answers about your specific cooker but there are lots of good people here that will help you with any cooking related questions you have and maybe even learn a thing or two from you. 

KennyLee

I looked at both when I bought mine and found them to both be very high quality and capable ceramic cookers.  I went with BGE because it was cheaper (at least what I found) and everything else being equal, I wanted the industry leader.   You will be happy either way.

Carolina Q

Yeah, this forum is paid for by BGE. It's also inhabited by a buncha folks who know a thing or two about cooking. Not to mention some of the nicest, most helpful people you will ever meet. Whatever you wind up with, you'll get help if you need it.

Some will get their shorts in a bunch when you mention KJ, Primo, Weber, etc. Others will be more than willing to help if they can. Me, I have two eggs, two Webers, a flower pot and a kitchen stove. Some get used more than others. All are great cookers in their own way. But in the end, they are just products. I gave BGE some money, they gave me a grill. Beyond that, I don't owe them a thing. I'm sure the feeling is mutual (except the warranty of course ).

You are not looking for a MATE. You are looking for a GRILL. Pick the one that suits you best.

Little Steven

Second time. )

cazzy

Little Steven said:

Second time. )

No kidding!  Lately, i've been wondering who's been posting for him.   :P

Little Steven

He's really old Caz. Take it easy on the old fart.

Carolina Q

What?