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JDoubleH
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Hey Egg Nation! Just bought my LBGE about 2 weeks ago and I'm already pretty obsessed. So far have cooked pork tenderloins (amazing) baby back ribs (learning experience but not terrible for 1st time) and whole turkey breast (holy crap, maybe best thing I've cooked so far). I think I am pretty experienced and produce some quality stuff at high heat (steaks, tenderloin, chops, fish) but I am totally new to low and slow. Patience is not my virtue.
Here's the gear I have so far:
- LBGE
- Plate Setter
- Cast Iron Grate
- Custom cypress table (pic below, not stained or actually in my possession yet)
I have lurked and read a lot, but I'm interested in your feedback on a few things, in my order of priority:
1) Wireless and/or Wifi thermometers: Interested in possibly the Maverick ET-733, which seems like a good deal, but what are your thoughts on wifi setups and apps for iPhone 6? How expensive and reliable or those setups. I have a instant read from Lowes but know this is a must.
2) Ash basket or Smokeware cap? Or both?
3) Lump: Anybody live in Memphis area? Interested in trying some lump other than BGE. Is Rockwood available anywhere in the mid-south?
4) Chunk: Butts next weekend for the next time- what kind and how much chunk am I using?
Thanks and looking forward to talking with the group.
Here's the gear I have so far:
- LBGE
- Plate Setter
- Cast Iron Grate
- Custom cypress table (pic below, not stained or actually in my possession yet)
I have lurked and read a lot, but I'm interested in your feedback on a few things, in my order of priority:
1) Wireless and/or Wifi thermometers: Interested in possibly the Maverick ET-733, which seems like a good deal, but what are your thoughts on wifi setups and apps for iPhone 6? How expensive and reliable or those setups. I have a instant read from Lowes but know this is a must.
2) Ash basket or Smokeware cap? Or both?
3) Lump: Anybody live in Memphis area? Interested in trying some lump other than BGE. Is Rockwood available anywhere in the mid-south?
4) Chunk: Butts next weekend for the next time- what kind and how much chunk am I using?
Thanks and looking forward to talking with the group.

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Welcome! Make sure there is a good gap between the egg and the table top. The maverick is nice. I use it on low and slows and can sleep no problem. I don't use a pit controller either. As for the butts, it's all preference but I like cherry. About 4-5 nice chunks. Maybe some hickory or pecan also.NW IOWA
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Welcome - as far as smoke wood goes - a little goes a long way. Just because you can’t see it does not mean it is not there. No need to soak and place it throughout the lump, as you light from the top of the lump pile, the fire will follow the air down to more fuel and find your smoke wood on the way.
Nice table and as @Philly35 says - air gap is your friend.Delta B.C. - Whiskey and steak, because no good story ever started with someone having a salad! -
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Thanks for the welcome guys. Not sure what kind of Cypress it is, beachsmoke. Appreciate the comments on the chunks. So skiddy- you mix your chunk in your lump, not just on top? Thanks again.
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Take a trip over to Memphis BBQ Supply in Bartlett and talk with Jimmy.......he'll set you up with everything you asked about. They have Rockwood, other charcoals, and plenty of smoke woods, rubs, sauces, and the best accessories.
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I bought a Maverick and found it to be junk, cheap Chinese made junk. Don't waste your money, get a Cyber Q. Smokeware and Ash Basket? May as well get both.Atlanta GA.
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NoobZero said:I bought a Maverick and found it to be junk, cheap Chinese made junk. Don't waste your money, get a Cyber Q. Smokeware and Ash Basket? May as well get both.
$50 vs. $400, yep it better be. LOLMy Maverick 733 works fine for over a year for me. I've sold several dozen of them, only had to turn in a warranty claim on one for minor screen issue. Take care of your probes and they'll last a long time. But for $50, it's not junk.
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@stlcharcoal Thanks a ton for the tip. Never heard of Memphis BBQ supply, but will definitely check them out. Thanks everyone!
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Welcome to the forum!
Large Egg with adjustable rig, Kick Ash Basket, Minimax and various Weber's.
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Welcome aboard and enjoy the journey.Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period. CHEETO (aka Agent Orange) makes Nixon look like a saint.
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JDoubleH said:@stlcharcoal Thanks a ton for the tip. Never heard of Memphis BBQ supply, but will definitely check them out. Thanks everyone!
@JdoubleH ..........I just saw they're having a storewide 10% off sale starting this Thursday-Sunday. -
Welcome aboard...enjoy the ride.XL BGE, LG BGE, and a hunger to grill everything in sight!!!Joe- Strongsville, OH
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