OT - burner for turkey fryer?

caliking

My turkey fryer had an annoying battery operated safety valve on the hose that I got sick of. So I replaced the old 5psi line with a 0-30psi steel braided hose and regulator. 

Then I thought about changing the burner too, since I had a better hose and regulator. I have this currently:

King Kooker WKAF1B High Pressure Burner with Orifice Block https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0047O3PRK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DwgRzbQW5X353

And was thinking of replacing with this:
King Kooker WKAF2B Low Pressure Burner with Orifice https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0047O3PSO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_SFgRzbR674EMD

Although the 6" burner is bigger, it's marked as a low pressure burner. The one I have in place now is supposedly a high pressure burner. Can't find any specs for either. Anyone have experience with either of these?

Or should I go ahead and spring for a 10" banjo burner , to make optimal use of the new regulator?

Legume

If low pressure means it doesn't sound like a jet engine, I would pass.  I've fried turkeys when it's been windy out and since I do it where it's safe and open, I would be afraid the wind could f-with the flame too much.

Skiddymarker

Have seen 10" burners for less than $40 or so, seems like a wise way to go. I gave mine away when I bought the Camp Chef stove, it has 6" burners which flame wrap the Woks much better, don't think they are the best choice for turkey frying. 

caliking

Legume said:

If low pressure means it doesn't sound like a jet engine, I would pass.  I've fried turkeys when it's been windy out and since I do it where it's safe and open, I would be afraid the wind could f-with the flame too much.

I bought the low pressure 6" burner from Academy  to try it out. Seems to work ok at low pressure, but turning up the regulator makes the flame "jump" i.e there's a gap between the burner and the flame. Haven't tried the new regulator with my old burner yet. 

Jeremiah

Just go all out and buy one of these....http://www.northernbrewer.com/edelmetall-bru-burner?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6e7LsLOK1gIVSEwNCh0PXQCIEAQYAiABEgIQ5fD_BwE

caliking

Jeremiah said:

Just go all out and buy one of these....http://www.northernbrewer.com/edelmetall-bru-burner?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6e7LsLOK1gIVSEwNCh0PXQCIEAQYAiABEgIQ5fD_BwE

I had come across that. But the rubber hose and 5psi regulator are wimpy. 

nolaegghead

Jeremiah said:

Just go all out and buy one of these....http://www.northernbrewer.com/edelmetall-bru-burner?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6e7LsLOK1gIVSEwNCh0PXQCIEAQYAiABEgIQ5fD_BwE

I have that.  Get the leg kit.  Last burner you'll ever buy.

CtTOPGUN

This is on my wish list.

http://stores.cajunrocketpot.com/20-quart-4-mm-cajun-rocket-pro-4-way-fryer-pasta-cooker/

The design of the pot allows faster heating and better recovery. They do offer bigger or hotter combinations.

Focker

If you're stepping into that arena cali, the Blichmann Hellfire seems to be preferred over the Bru Burner in the research(those who have used both), hodge podging an all grain setup.  Price is identical, $150.  

https://www.blichmannengineering.com/products/hellfire

YukonRon

I bought an electric, with thermostat and timer. Breaks down easily for cleaning, easy for draining, excellent for storage.
Will never go back to gas burners for deep frying turkey, again.

caliking

Focker said:

If you're stepping into that arena cali, the Blichmann Hellfire seems to be preferred over the Bru Burner in the research(those who have used both), hodge podging an all grain setup.  Price is identical, $150.  

https://www.blichmannengineering.com/products/hellfire

Not committed to that level. I fry a turkey every 2 years or so, and use it for my discada a few times a year. I mainly wanted a steel braided hose, without the annoyance of that safety valve on the old one. But I should have known... it led to a new regulator,  then to a discussion of a new burner.

When will I ever learn that folks here are itching to spend someone else's $$$ for them??

GoldenQ

If only two per year why worry.   Just keep what you have and buy other toys you may use more often.