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Large charcoal grate in the small?

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SmokeyPitt
SmokeyPitt Posts: 10,490
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I was thinking of trying out the charcoal grate from my large egg in the small to improve airflow. I am concerned the grate could expand and crack the fire box. Thoughts?

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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,385
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    No idea but given it isn't anchored it should "move" if the stress happens.  FWIW I went with a high-que grate right out of the gate for my SBGE.  Air-flow is definitely not an issue.  YMMV-
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  • SmokeyPitt
    SmokeyPitt Posts: 10,490
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    Thanks lou...I have a hi que for the large and small but I thought I might eggsperiment to see if I can get to temp faster. I am thinking if it does expand it would creep up the firebox.

    Which came first the chicken or the egg?  I egged the chicken and then I ate his leg. 

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  • Skiddymarker
    Skiddymarker Posts: 8,522
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    Seems to me that's the whole idea with the sloped firebox, it lets the grate ride up due to expansion and it lets the lump ride down as it burns. As long as the grate sits on the sloped part of the firebox, can't see why it would be an issue. (This free advice is from a guy who does not have a SBGE - use with caution)
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  • Mickey
    Mickey Posts: 19,674
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    I installed a hi que in my small before I slid it. Worked so much better.
    Salado TX & 30A  FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.   

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