Looking for Kamado Joe Classic Heat Deflector

Smokin_Sandy

I am looking for a Kamado Joe heat deflector for their classic (18") model.  If it helps, it is part number KJ-IHP23 and is the one featured in this article.  They seem impossible to purchase through online stores, so I am hoping someone has one they would be willing to part with.  Thanks!

chrisc133

The heat deflector they ship the KJs with now is two half moons to allow for different configurations while cooking.  

http://www.firecraft.com/product/kamado-joe-classicjoe-half-moon-deflector-plates-kj-hdp?gclid=Cj0KEQjwoau9BRDMvsnv5MCh24UBEiQAKOqcfTLyaoxK9zCFuZWp11gNXewfm446_pgqwZsayMeB0AUaAssi8P8HAQ

SmokeyPitt

Yeah I think they replaced that deflector with the divide and conquer system. If you don't already have the D&C rack you have to buy it separately. 

http://www.firecraft.com/product/kamado-joe-classicjoe-divide-and-conquer-flexible-cooking-rack-kj-fcr

It is a little pricey compared to the old heat deflector if you just want a simple rack/stone setup.  You could always get the rack only then look for a cheaper pizza stone that will fit if you don't care about the 1/2 moon stones. 

SunDeviledEgg

the KJ pizza stone is the exact same material and size as that heat deflector.

SunDeviledEgg

http://www.hayneedle.com/product/kamado-joe-pizza-stone.cfm

Smokin_Sandy

Thank you all for the help.  As it turns out, I borrowed the divide and conquer system for a bit, but wasn't that impressed.  I mostly do low and slow, so I found it to offer more than I need.  At the least I am looking for the old-style, triangle-shaped rack.  Even if I can just get my hands on one of those I am sure I can find a stone to fit.

Photo Egg

Give Tom a call at Ceramic Grill Store. He has sold KJ and may still have one in stock or he could make you exactly what you need.

https://ceramicgrillstore.com/collections/kamado-joe-classic-18-grill

GATraveller

Carolina Q

I don't know the first thing about KJ stuff, but it looks like you could do this with a Weber 18" grid, three carriage bolts, some nuts and washers

followed by a BGE or other quality pizza stone.

You get indirect or raised direct as needed. Unless I'm missing what you're trying to do?

Hi54putty

That is a superior design to BGE. I have a lot of friends that love them. 

bigbadben

Carolina Q said:

I don't know the first thing about KJ stuff, but it looks like you could do this with a Weber 18" grid, three carriage bolts, some nuts and washers

followed by a BGE or other quality pizza stone.

You get indirect or raised direct as needed. Unless I'm missing what you're trying to do?

While you could get the functionality the op is looking for, Weber grids will rust and bend. Ask me how I know...

Smokin_Sandy

Thank you all yet again for the help.  I might have found a guy that has a used rack.

Photo Egg

bigbadben said:

Carolina Q said:

I don't know the first thing about KJ stuff, but it looks like you could do this with a Weber 18" grid, three carriage bolts, some nuts and washers

followed by a BGE or other quality pizza stone.

You get indirect or raised direct as needed. Unless I'm missing what you're trying to do?

While you could get the functionality the op is looking for, Weber grids will rust and bend. Ask me how I know...

Carolina Q said, it's a great, cheap way to get the job done. A little spray after your cook with "Pam" will help if rust is an issue.

Carolina Q

bigbadben said:

While you could get the functionality the op is looking for, Weber grids will rust and bend. Ask me how I know...

I've been using the one in the pic for about a year or so. Almost every cook. I know it will eventually go south. When does, I'll probably spend another $15.

bboulier

I really like the D&C system.  It's great for cooking indirect and then direct without having to remove the grill and pizza stone.  I also bought a half moon for medium egg.