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BBcue-Z
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Joined: 19 Jan 2004
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Location: Atlanta-GA
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 Posted: Sat Jul 24, 2004 6:35 pm Post subject: The Char-Griller Family |
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This thread is dedicated to past, present, and future Char-Griller owners. It�s also helpful for anyone considering buying an excellent over all combination Grill/smoker. It�s a true 2 in 1 unit. If you�re considering the leap to charcoal cooking, this unit will give both options: Grilling with charcoal and smoking with charcoal.
First a brief description:
The Char-Griller is a drum/barrel type smoker/ grill. The main chamber cooking surface measures 20�X30�, the warming rack adds 10�X27� of space. The main chamber also comes with an adjustable charcoal pan. The charcoal pan makes it possible to grill in the main chamber without contaminating it with ashes. This is a helpful feature, because it will allow the user to convert it to a smoker without having to do a lot of cleaning and scrubbing. The charcoal pan has eight adjustable levels. The purpose of adjustment is to provide the user with different temp control without having to move the cooking grates or shifting the coals. The grill comes with four cast iron grates that can be used in many configurations based on needs.
Here is a link with detailed description of the grill portion: http://www.chargriller.com/superpro.html
This grill also comes with an optional side firebox that converts it easily to an excellent smoker. Many users noticed how well toned this smoker to the 225-degree mark, it�s almost effortless. Here is a link to the grill with the side firebox: http://www.chargriller.com/smokinpro.html
There are many available accessories for this grill here is the link:
http://www.chargriller.com/accessories.html
If you�re considering buying a smoker/grill, here is a link for a comparison chart:
http://www.chargriller.com/chart.html
Since we�ve had many discussions and tips on this grill, I thought I�d combine all of them under one thread. This way new users won�t have to search too long to find answers. Pleas if I left anything out, feel free to add as many links and tips as you can find.
I should mention that I don�t work nor I�m affiliated with the Char-Griller Company. I just love this grill/smoker.
Here are some helpful links:
Choosing a smoker/Grill:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1073&highlight=torn
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1364&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1179&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1163&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1078&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1010&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=6020&highlight=#6020
Assembling your new CharGriller:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=103582
Seasoning your new grill:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1073&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=15
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1192&highlight=chargriller
Attaching the side firebox:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1454&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1471
Firebox Mod:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=13840
The Wheels discussion:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1454&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=15
The Hinges Discussion:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1293&start=0
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=9923&highlight=#9923
Good bargain/price tag:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1456&highlight=chargriller
Temp control:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1433&highlight=chargriller
Modifying Discussion:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=9644&highlight=#9644
. 1 CG Mod Lowe's Basket with Pics
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=17287
. 2 CG Mod Cooking Chamber Gasket with pics
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=17288
. 3 CG Mod Insulation with pics
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=17289
. 4 CG Mod Dual Fan Stoker with Pics
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=17291
Warming Rack Discussion:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1495
Q & A:
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1409&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1383&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1330&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=10104#10104
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1303&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1125&highlight=chargriller
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/10487
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=10478&highlight=#10478
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=10135&highlight=#10135
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?p=8281&highlight=#8281
http://www.barbecuebible.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=1470
We�re trying to get a count of how many board members have a Char-Griller. Please let us know if you have one and if you�ve attached a side firebox to it yet.
I�ll start the count:
BBcue-Z: 1
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smokin' ed
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Joined: 11 Mar 2004
Posts: 205
Location: Iowa
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| Posted: Sat Jul 24, 2004 7:59 pm Post subject: |
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Woohoo I'm #2!!!  - Char Griller with side firebox. Excellent grill and smoker. I believe it is probably the most versatile set-up you can buy - and you can't beat the price!! |
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goldenbear
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Joined: 12 Jun 2004
Posts: 53
Location: Southern California
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| Posted: Sat Jul 24, 2004 9:46 pm Post subject: |
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I totally agree! I love my chargriller. Best buy ever. Never knew what BBQ was before this. What a shame. I have to thank this board and everyone here (esp. Z) for helping me decide on the Chargriller.
I also have firebox attached (never used it without)
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USMCGrunt
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Joined: 20 Jul 2004
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| Posted: Sat Jul 24, 2004 11:17 pm Post subject: |
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Yup, I just got my Chargriller from Menards in Minot for $90 this week. I love it. Really well put together especially for the price. I wish I could have found a side smoker box around a bit cheaper though but I had to order the box directly from Char-Grill for another $60. In any case, since I got it, I've done a lot of grilling with it while our Sunbeam gas grill has just been sitting on the rear deck not really being used. Great grills.  |
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BBcue-Z
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Joined: 19 Jan 2004
Posts: 2292
Location: Atlanta-GA
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 4:38 am Post subject: |
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If I may suggest something to all the Char-Griller family, in the future if any of you have a question or a comment or a tip that would help with this grill, can we post them on this thread?
This way others can refer to this thread every time they have a question and wouldn’t have to search too long for answers. Let us know if all in agreement.
Thanks
This is what Brisket Man wrote, and I agree with him:
| Brisket Man wrote: | A Chargiller's forum? Can't wait! I've spent all morning trying to find the links and threads that I've read on various topics for the CG (or Q'n in general) that I want to keep track of, and then comes along the Z with the idea to make the process easier and more user-specific via a forum just for us. The biggest problem I've had in keeping track of ideas and tips is that a thread starts off on Subject X and in the middle of it comes a comment on Subject Y - and Y is the one I want to recall but can't find cause it's buried in Subject X thread. Bet the CG forum and Z's structure of hints and references will be the ticket.
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Daemien
rare
Joined: 08 Jul 2004
Posts: 39
Location: Ontario, Canada
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 6:47 am Post subject: |
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Dedicated Char-Griller owner/fan here!!  First charcoal grill & it indirect cooks like a breeze!
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BigDaddy
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Joined: 06 May 2004
Posts: 112
Location: California, Northern
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 3:48 pm Post subject: |
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Looks like I'm 6... yeah baby...
Yes I have the side Fire-box.
Actually I was just outside changing the foil inside... I ripped it last time I used it...  .. moving charcol around and slipped.
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SRH_21
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Joined: 21 Jun 2004
Posts: 104
Location: Attleboro, MA
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 3:59 pm Post subject: Good Ol'#7 |
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| I have had the Char-griller for over 2 years and I just started to really work with it this year. I am kicking myself in the pants now. My wife loves the fact that I am much more willing to cook. I have the side box, too. |
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Brisket Man
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Joined: 27 Jun 2004
Posts: 30
Location: Deer Park, Texas
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 7:40 pm Post subject: |
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Hey, I'll go for being #7 - Chargriller with the fire box.
This forum thread is gonna be awesome - the link's Z has already posted are over 1/2 the ones I've been looking for. Way to go, Z!
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Brisket Man
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Joined: 27 Jun 2004
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Location: Deer Park, Texas
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 7:41 pm Post subject: |
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ACK! Got lost on the list count, SRH_24 is #7 - I'll take 8th place.
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 7:55 pm Post subject: |
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Well, i'll be #9. I just finished putting it together. Knocking out the baffle was a booger bear, but I prevailed. I haven't even seasoned this thing yet, & I love it already. Z, thanks for turning me on to this setup & all the tips. I printed your seasoning tips, so I'll have them with me, while I'm doing it. This thread is just what we needed. I wish I had worn some gloves, as the wax or whatever it is on it, is nasty & sticky. Desolve it took care of that. Happy Chargrillin.  |
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jm42fan
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Joined: 01 Apr 2004
Posts: 452
Location: OKlahoma, Yukon
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| Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2004 7:56 pm Post subject: |
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Sorry guys. That was me. Is there any way to make this thread a sticky, so it don't get lost in the shuffle?
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Grand Scale
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Joined: 03 Sep 2003
Posts: 4268
Location: York, PA
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| Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2004 5:08 am Post subject: |
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Lucky #10 here. For me I like the size of the unit. She fits alot of food. Great Rig.
Thanks Z for starting this thread.
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Rifter
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Joined: 07 Jun 2004
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Location: Idaho, Boise
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| Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2004 7:54 am Post subject: |
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I am #11. I have added the side fire box, as well. Thanks to BBQ Z for getting me talked into the Chargriller.
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TonyGreek
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Joined: 15 Jun 2004
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Location: Celina, Ohio
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| Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2004 11:21 am Post subject: |
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#12 here with the wrong-side-wheels custom smoker box.
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