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Quick Question about Adjustable Rig

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prodjoe
prodjoe Posts: 2
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I have done a considerable amount of reading on this forum about the AR and I just want to make sure I have things figured out before I pull the trigger.

If I purchase the Large AR R&B Oval Combo and get the rib video grate along with it +  purchase a spider and a 13in ceramic stone, will I be able to set up a three grate cooking situation?

I called the store today and Tom wasn't available, I spoke with Teri and she was helpful, I just want to make sure I have everything sorted out before making the purchase.

Thanks for all of your help and this forum has been a lot of fun to read over the last few months.
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  • coomdaddy
    coomdaddy Posts: 128
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    Don't believe you can get three grates with just that setup.
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  • buzd504
    buzd504 Posts: 3,824
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    You probably want the extender.
    NOLA
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  • Sundazes
    Sundazes Posts: 307
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    You will need the extender and grate that fits it.
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  • girbim
    girbim Posts: 25
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    I have the oval stone for mine with the extender and an additional oval grate.  I use it most of the time.  Three grates with that setup would not work very well.   You would need the extender for your setup as others have stated.
    Large BGE

    Minneapolis, MN
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  • Sea2Ski
    Sea2Ski Posts: 4,088
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    Get a spare set of crossbars while you are ordering...  those things disappear like socks in the wash.
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  • prodjoe
    prodjoe Posts: 2
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    Thanks for the information everyone.  Placing the order this morning.
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  • six_egg
    six_egg Posts: 1,110
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    The extender is awesome great for pizza high in the dome. I love it. 6 racks of ribs easily fits.  

    XLBGE, LBGE 

    Fernandina Beach, FL

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  • drumdudeguy
    drumdudeguy Posts: 165
    edited September 2017
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    I have another question. I already have the Large AR R&B Oval Combo. The AR is very high in the dome. I've had trouble with the thermometer not registering properly when I cook on the top rack because it makes contact with the food. I don't cook large portions so I don't need extra space. That's why I have not purchased the extender. To those who use the extender, what do you do about the dome thermometer making contact with the food?
    Charlotte NC - Large Big Green Egg (2009) w/Nest and Handler
    Accessories: PSWoo, Woo, Adjustable Rig, Smokeware Cap and Temperature Gauge
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  • RedSkip
    RedSkip Posts: 1,400
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    Try and call Tom again.  Perhaps he's available today...

    @tjv
    Large BGE - McDonald, PA
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,393
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    @drumdudeguy - remove the clip from the thermo and use it as a spacer on the outside of the dome or insert your dome thermo thru a wine cork on the outside of the dome.  That way the thermo has additional spacing and will not be imapled on the food should it come in contact.  
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  • tjv
    tjv Posts: 3,830
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    You can give me a call. If I am not around, leave a message and I'll call back.  As it looks, I should be here most of the day.

    Three grids on the Rig is easy to do, but what we find is most folks do not have a real need for it.  Folks new to the egg, think it's necessary, but after a chat, we usually talk them out of it and save 'em some cash.  Can always add a couple pieces to the Rig and get it later.......

    here is a picture of the thermometer fix.


    t  
    www.ceramicgrillstore.com ACGP, Inc.
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 32,776
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    prodjoe

    what is it that you want to cook on three levels, theres usually simple options for alot of food as 30 chicken wings cooked in a basket on a mini. 3 levels would be a pain for any cook. ive done three levels with 2 brisket flats and 2 butts all at once for the rare event, just used basic grids and fire bricks and decided not to rotate a thing, worked fine but thats the only three tier cook ive ever wanted to do. more than a couple racks of ribs and its just easier to use a rib rack
    fukahwee maine

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  • westernbbq
    westernbbq Posts: 2,490
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    I use the adj rig, two oval grids, the extender and round grate up top with spider and stone to get three levels....although the last time i did this i think i may have just used the stock bge grid in the basement.  I do know that two oval grids spaced just right with rig extender and round grip up top works well
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