I just purchased the Don G Downdraft for my GM DB, seems like mixed reviews.  Anyone have an updated review/tip they'd like to share?

Thanks!

I ordered the Don Godke about 3 months ago after owning my GMG JB for 3 years.  I have tried everything to get even temps on this grill.  Before the downdraft my temps from left to right could vary well over a 100*.  The higher the set temp, the bigger the spread.  I have tried both the old style heat deflector and the newer SS 1 piece.  Both still had uneven temps

I just found time about a week ago to put it on.  The first thing I did was run tests at 180* 250* 350* and 400*.  At 180*, and 250* the grill was within 10* in all four corners, at 350* and 400* the grill was within 20* in all four corners.  This was better than I expected.

I have used the grill for two cooks since the test, both with similar results to the test run.

I so happy I may order one for my GMG DC

I think the Hurd Down Draft Hood is better!

I'd love to see a side by side test of a grill with a down draft and the same grill without.

I'm skeptical of these products, if they work then why don't we see them in grills? I know the guys at Blaz'n don't like them at all.

I've been using Don's downdraft for 2 years and I recommend it to anyone with a GMG.

Aussie user

One piece heat deflector

Godke fitted

Good thing. Keeps more smoke in the chamber. Slightly more noticeable on food.

No change in surface temps but had no issues prior also.

I’d recommend

I think the Hurd Down Draft Hood is better!

I should walk down to Hurds and pick one up to try. Only .8 miles from where they are made... Just noticed that they are on the same street my cul-de-sac is off of just 7 blocks West.

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