Pellet Fan

Please login or register.

Login with username, password and session length
Advanced search  

News:

Welcome to Pellet Fan!

Pages: [1]   Go Down

Author Topic: New Addition  (Read 750 times)

0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.

jdmessner

  • Friends Want you to cook way to much.
  • ******
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 1045
  • Evart, MI
New Addition
« on: October 10, 2019, 11:58:12 PM »

I enjoy having a large, older model grill. It has two hoppers and predates hot rods. As a result, starting it up requires manually lighting the pellets. The controller only has three settings, so cooking temps are an inexact science! I normally try to cook a lot at one time to maximize my efforts. The results have normally been quite good and for some irrational reason I get to feel like I have taken the moral high ground!

However, as much as I like my grill, I must admit every once in a while there have been nagging questions that keep popping up in the back of my mind. I have wondered what it would be like to simply push a button and have the pellets magically light; to have a wide range of temperatures to choose from; to be able to sear and smoke meat on the same grill; and not having to roll out a tank each time I want to cook.

Looks like I will soon be able to find some answers to my questions. I found a one year old Pit Boss 700 classic for sale online in my area. The price was quite reasonable, so in a moment of weakness I caved and picked it up. I am hoping what I loose in moral high ground will result in being able to grill more often with less hassle. I think the two grills will complement each other quite well.
Logged
"If it is not food ~ It's FUN!" - Happy Kyne proprietor of the Bun and Run, Fernwood Ohio

MikeMcQ

  • Starting to taste the Smoke.
  • ***
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 120
Re: New Addition
« Reply #1 on: October 11, 2019, 04:23:15 AM »

Pictures, of your older grill!
Logged
Pellet Head since mid 90s with US Traegers (Dlx then Lil' Tex both gone) | Memphis Pro 304 Cart (2019) | MAK 2 Star wifi, front shelf and cabinet doors | GMG DB w/Smoke Daddy modded for fan only cold smoking or normal op | TEC Infrared gas for high temp searing | Tappecue

Bar-B-Lew

  • Global Moderator
  • You don't Drink the Kool-aid anymore.
  • ***
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 6890
  • Schnecksville, PA
    • Bar-B-Lews Blog
Re: New Addition
« Reply #2 on: October 11, 2019, 08:07:21 AM »

Pics of both
Logged
MAK 2*, Memphis Elite, Traeger XL, Blaz'n Grand Slam, Pit Boss Copperhead 5, Weber Genesis II 435 SS, Sizzle Q SQ180

jdmessner

  • Friends Want you to cook way to much.
  • ******
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 1045
  • Evart, MI
Re: New Addition
« Reply #3 on: October 11, 2019, 12:28:20 PM »

Pics of both

 [ Invalid Attachment ]
 [ Invalid Attachment ]
 [ Invalid Attachment ]
 [ Invalid Attachment ]

Here is the old one. To show perspective I was able to cook 21 whole chickens.
Logged
"If it is not food ~ It's FUN!" - Happy Kyne proprietor of the Bun and Run, Fernwood Ohio

jdmessner

  • Friends Want you to cook way to much.
  • ******
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 1045
  • Evart, MI
Re: New Addition
« Reply #4 on: October 11, 2019, 12:43:12 PM »

Here are a couple of pics of the new one. Not sure why the previous picture of the chicken is upside down, but it does make it look more impressive.

I enjoyed talking with the guy I bought the grill from. We spent a fair amount of time talking about various recipes and sharing grilling tips. He used it quite a bit over the summer. Said he had medical bills and could use the money now, plans on getting another in the spring. I will be on the lookout for a new member from Bronson, MI! Trying to come up with a creative idea for the trial run. [ Invalid Attachment ]
 [ Invalid Attachment ]
Logged
"If it is not food ~ It's FUN!" - Happy Kyne proprietor of the Bun and Run, Fernwood Ohio

MikeMcQ

  • Starting to taste the Smoke.
  • ***
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 120
Re: New Addition
« Reply #5 on: October 11, 2019, 01:22:34 PM »

That's a BIG bad  old Traeger! My first Traeger from back in the 90s had the old 3 position controller but did have hot rod.
« Last Edit: October 11, 2019, 01:46:15 PM by Bentley »
Logged
Pellet Head since mid 90s with US Traegers (Dlx then Lil' Tex both gone) | Memphis Pro 304 Cart (2019) | MAK 2 Star wifi, front shelf and cabinet doors | GMG DB w/Smoke Daddy modded for fan only cold smoking or normal op | TEC Infrared gas for high temp searing | Tappecue

cookingjnj

  • Thinkin about Renouncing Charcoal.
  • *****
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 894
  • Branchburg, New Jersey
Re: New Addition
« Reply #6 on: October 12, 2019, 10:53:12 AM »

21 whole chickens at one time, I would say that is a lot.  Thanks for sharing the pics and looking forward to seeing good cooks coming from that Pit Boss.
Logged

jdmessner

  • Friends Want you to cook way to much.
  • ******
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 1045
  • Evart, MI
Re: New Addition
« Reply #7 on: October 13, 2019, 08:48:35 PM »

Fired up the Pit Boss for the first time tonight. It almost seemed like it was cheating by just pushing a button to get things started. I thought I would start by grilling something, since that is a whole new world for me on a pellet grill. The other grill tends to top off around 375.

I grilled swordfish marinated in evoo with basil and farm dust (a concoction of herbs that is a salt substitute). Served it on riced cauliflower with picante sauce and grilled peppers. Turned out ok but there is a learning curve. I guess I am more of a low and slow guy!

I am currently smoking some salmon, so we'll see how that turns out.

 [ Invalid Attachment ]
Logged
"If it is not food ~ It's FUN!" - Happy Kyne proprietor of the Bun and Run, Fernwood Ohio

Trooper

  • Thinkin about Renouncing Charcoal.
  • *****
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 523
  • Grand Haven, MI
Re: New Addition
« Reply #8 on: October 13, 2019, 09:16:13 PM »

Thanks for the pics, JD.
Nice seeing the old pit.
Looks like an "Oldie but Goodie".
Logged
Through many dangers, toils, and snares,I have already come;
-Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,
   and grace will lead me home.

Bentley

  • Administrator
  • Your at the point in life...one pit is enough...
  • *
  • Offline Offline
  • Posts: 9680
  • Mayberry
Re: New Addition
« Reply #9 on: October 13, 2019, 11:43:54 PM »

Looks like you did a pretty good job on the grilling of the swordfish!
Logged
Bacon is a Gateway Food...
Pages: [1]   Go Up