heat problems

JimE

Something is wrong with my egg. I cannot keep the temperature up. I tried to light yesterday with a starter and when it went out the egg went under 200 and I had the vents open all the way. What is the problem? Help

Unknown

AKA
New BobJim,
Sounds like airflow, I would clean it out, be sure the bottom piece is lined up with the vent opening and start with fresh DRY lump.[p]I take my egg apart now and then and clean all the ash out then put the pieces back in.[p]Good Luck
Bordello

Unknown

Jim, how long have you had your egg? are you filling it full up to the fire ring ea time you use itas you should?

JimE

Chet,
I have had it for a number of years. Never had this problem. I wonder if the bottom has somehow shifted and the airflow is not working properly. +

Angie2B

Bad lump?

jwitheld

Jim,
possible cause
very high humidity
damp lump
the firebox is misaligned
fire grate holes are blocked[p]if you cant find it from this list, try new dry lump and clean your grill compleately, remove fire box. then align hole with lower vent.

WooDoggies

jwitheld,[p]I think you've covered all of the bases.... check the firebox holes, as well....... unobstructed airflow equals hot fire.