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  • Re: First time on the BGE, mixed result

    ShiffShiff
    I used to use hickory when I started but have found it is way too strong. Now I use mostly Apple, Cherry, or Pecan. As @chris_wang said, you also need to use a lot less wood unless you really like sm…
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  • Re: Lighting the BGE

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    I light with alcohol then wait about a minute to make sure the fire spreads to everywhere I squirted it then close the lid and leave the vents wide open. I personally think the airflow is better with…
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  • Re: Walmart Packers

    ShiffShiff
    I also thought that all meat had to be graded, but found out that that is not correct. A good portion of the meat that Shady Maple sells is not graded. I always examine it carefully when buying ther…
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  • Re: Brisket fail after fail after fail

    ShiffShiff
    I live far from Austin (in Lancaster, PA) and there are several places to get briskets of 12-18 pounds including Walmart. I don't know where you live, but talk to your butcher or meat manager a…
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  • Re: Holding a low temp

    ShiffShiff
    A half inch opening on the bottom vent would normally give a higher temperature than 250 measured at the dome. Daisy wheel opening sounds right but the bottom ent would normally be about 1/8 inch or …
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