Good price on this demo package?

mjfutures

https://ceramicgrillstore.com/collections/shop-large-adjustable-rig-for-large-big-green-egg/products/large-adjustable-rig-r-and-b-oval-combo-chicken-rib-video. --- this looks nice. would you have bought this?

mjfutures

pgprescott said:

Everyone likes to point out a once in a lifetime deal they got. That's a good price for that package. If you want to beat up your retailer to try and squeeze a few more bucks out of him, well that's your prerogative. Amortized over the life of your egg, the cost is insignificant. 

Yeah, I agree. I was mainly curious what "Demo" units went for ... but in the end since I am building a table just bought a new Egg with a table nest. I'll add on other accessories in the coming weeks.

lousubcap

I don't know your familiarity with ceramic cookers and the BGE but what follows  is a collection of things, some of which may be useful:

Here’s a link to all things ceramic-chances are if you have a question the answer is within this site somewhere.  Check out the recipe section for some great ideas.  http://www.nakedwhiz.com/nwindex.htm

For additional links to cooking/recipe sites; here are two very good ones, depending what you are cooking:  This site contains a wealth of the science behind Q cooking along with info on about every type of meat cook you would attempt: http://amazingribs.com/

Here’s the second one:  http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogspot.com/

 After-market toys- With the BGE there are three basic styles of cooking;  “direct”-where the cooking grid is on top of the fire ring; “raised direct”-where the grid is elevated at least to the gasket-line (this setup requires after-market stuff-easiest is to get another grid and then use three fire bricks (or three empty aluminum beer cans) and place them on the grid at the fire ring and then put the second grid on top. The third is “indirect” where there is a heat deflector (platesetter or some other type stone) between the burning lump and the cooking grid.  This is the setup for low&slow long duration cooks.  I would get comfortable playing around with the BGE before any major after-market investments.  Will save you $$ in the long run.

 Some observations-make sure you calibrate your dome thermo-boil some water, then insert the thermo and check the temp.  If not around 210*F, then note the off-set and use the nut on the back to correct.  Then recheck.

Temperature is a controlled by the volume of lump burning.  The volume is controlled by the air-flow thru the BGE.  In thru the bottom vent and out the top.  Make sure when you set it up that the fire box opening is aligned with the lower vent. 

When adjusting the vent(s) to change temperature, the feedback loop can take some time.  Changes in air-flow are reflected in the dome thermo temp.  Don’t chase temperature; +/- 10-15*F is close enough.

“Stable temperature” is a relative term.  Means you haven’t moved the vents and the temperature is steady for anywhere from 30-60 minutes.

That's more than enough for a Friday night.

SaintJohnsEgger

My dealer had that new last October without the plate setter and ashbtool for $1057

pgprescott

SaintJohnsEgger said:

My dealer had that new last October without the plate setter and ashbtool for $1057

It is virtually new. 

mjfutures

lousubcap said:

I don't know your familiarity with ceramic cookers and the BGE but what follows  is a collection of things, some of which may be useful:

Here’s a link to all things ceramic-chances are if you have a question the answer is within this site somewhere.  Check out the recipe section for some great ideas.  http://www.nakedwhiz.com/nwindex.htm

For additional links to cooking/recipe sites; here are two very good ones, depending what you are cooking:  This site contains a wealth of the science behind Q cooking along with info on about every type of meat cook you would attempt: http://amazingribs.com/

Here’s the second one:  http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogspot.com/

 After-market toys- With the BGE there are three basic styles of cooking;  “direct”-where the cooking grid is on top of the fire ring; “raised direct”-where the grid is elevated at least to the gasket-line (this setup requires after-market stuff-easiest is to get another grid and then use three fire bricks (or three empty aluminum beer cans) and place them on the grid at the fire ring and then put the second grid on top. The third is “indirect” where there is a heat deflector (platesetter or some other type stone) between the burning lump and the cooking grid.  This is the setup for low&slow long duration cooks.  I would get comfortable playing around with the BGE before any major after-market investments.  Will save you $$ in the long run.

 Some observations-make sure you calibrate your dome thermo-boil some water, then insert the thermo and check the temp.  If not around 210*F, then note the off-set and use the nut on the back to correct.  Then recheck.

Temperature is a controlled by the volume of lump burning.  The volume is controlled by the air-flow thru the BGE.  In thru the bottom vent and out the top.  Make sure when you set it up that the fire box opening is aligned with the lower vent. 

When adjusting the vent(s) to change temperature, the feedback loop can take some time.  Changes in air-flow are reflected in the dome thermo temp.  Don’t chase temperature; +/- 10-15*F is close enough.

“Stable temperature” is a relative term.  Means you haven’t moved the vents and the temperature is steady for anywhere from 30-60 minutes.

That's more than enough for a Friday night.

Wow, thanks for taking the time to post all these thoughtful tips and info! I just copied it all over as a reference. I agree starting with the basics... I need to figure out how to even light it first! I am having them assemble it, picking it up next week.... but my table builder is behind schedule. Tempted to just order this so I can start cooking! 

Biggreenpharmacist

pgprescott said:

Everyone likes to point out a once in a lifetime deal they got. That's a good price for that package. If you want to beat up your retailer to try and squeeze a few more bucks out of him, well that's your prerogative. Amortized over the life of your egg, the cost is insignificant. 

Its not a good price in this situation. He doesnt need the nest, handler, or mates. I wasnt trying to beat up any dealers just wanted him to know he could get a naked egg for less since that's all he really needed. 

pgprescott

Biggreenpharmacist said:

pgprescott said:

Everyone likes to point out a once in a lifetime deal they got. That's a good price for that package. If you want to beat up your retailer to try and squeeze a few more bucks out of him, well that's your prerogative. Amortized over the life of your egg, the cost is insignificant. 

Its not a good price in this situation. He doesnt need the nest, handler, or mates. I wasnt trying to beat up any dealers just wanted him to know he could get a naked egg for less since that's all he really needed. 

While you are ultimately correct about his needs, he did not reveal that until after you declared it " not a good deal". He should just buy the egg in his situation. That said, the deal is quite good as offered. No question about it. 

mjfutures

Well, my egg is assembled ... now to finish this table!! All I have is an egg and the table nest  

Biggreenpharmacist

pgprescott said:

Biggreenpharmacist said:

pgprescott said:

Everyone likes to point out a once in a lifetime deal they got. That's a good price for that package. If you want to beat up your retailer to try and squeeze a few more bucks out of him, well that's your prerogative. Amortized over the life of your egg, the cost is insignificant. 

Its not a good price in this situation. He doesnt need the nest, handler, or mates. I wasnt trying to beat up any dealers just wanted him to know he could get a naked egg for less since that's all he really needed. 

While you are ultimately correct about his needs, he did not reveal that until after you declared it " not a good deal". He should just buy the egg in his situation. That said, the deal is quite good as offered. No question about it. 

Not where I bought mine but I will leave it alone. I had no intention of offending you so I apologize for that.