First Cook on New to Me PBC

Catmandu

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First Cook on New to Me PBC

October 30, 2016, 07:11 PM

Picked up a used PBC yesterday from a nice guy off Craigslist (figured I better say he's nice in case he's a member of the pit, because I forgot to ask ). Came with the ash pan, turkey holder, and a cover, and is in great shape (not very old as he purchased it in May and mentioned he probably only did a dozen cooks).
Did my first cook today - 2 whole chickens, split into halves. I'm going to attempt to post pictures for the first time, so bear with me if it doesn't work. You'll notice the PBC has the Marine Corps logo on the metal plate. Just want to mention I have not served, but have the utmost respect and gratitude for those that have. This cooker is great. I'll definitely be hanging around this part of the forum more.

Here's some pics (this is my first attempt at posting pics, so bear with me if it doesn't work). First is the PBC in action, second shows the chicken about half done, and third is the final product. Man, it was delicious!!
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Jerod Broussard

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#2

October 30, 2016, 07:15 PM

PBC chicken is sooooo good! Nice going!
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jecucolo

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#3

October 30, 2016, 07:19 PM

Perfectly!
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#4

October 30, 2016, 07:23 PM

Man that thing is PUUUUUUUURRRDY!. The PBC is a great rig. You'll really like it. I cant imagine why anyone would sell it. Chicken is a great first time cook too. That was mine too. They always come out great. Thanks for sharing.
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#5

October 30, 2016, 07:27 PM

Yum! Crap, now I have to go thaw out a chicken.
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#6

October 30, 2016, 07:34 PM

Gorgeous chicken and congrats on the PBC!
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Mr. Bones

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#7

October 30, 2016, 07:35 PM

Looks yummy-licious.!!! Prolly, yet agin', one more reason t' get me a PBC. Tryin' hard to resist!
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Shane Rakow commented

October 30, 2016, 09:14 PM

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Now that was just evil, Jerod.

#7.4

Jerod Broussard commented

October 30, 2016, 09:28 PM

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Don't worry, it tortures me too. I have an original powder coated. But that baby is WELL-SEASONED.

#7.5

Mr. Bones commented

October 30, 2016, 09:34 PM

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LOL!!! Jerod Broussard ! "He a Bad Man, Boss!!! " :-)

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#8

October 30, 2016, 07:44 PM

Congrats on the new cooker! I hear they're chicken machines.
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#9

October 30, 2016, 08:28 PM

Sweet. Order some of Noah's All Purpose rub for your next chicken cook. You'll need therapy to soak it all in...
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#10

October 30, 2016, 09:01 PM

Between your chicken and fuzzydaddy ribs I can't wait to get home and try my new PBC out
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October 31, 2016, 04:55 AM

Must resist ... MCS kicking in ...
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#12

October 31, 2016, 11:56 AM

Congrats. My PBC has been life changing. And yours is in just in time for Thanksgiving.
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#13

October 31, 2016, 12:10 PM

Looks great! I just can't believe how much fluid (?) we get out of the finished chickens! Even halved chickens!
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Catmandu commented

October 31, 2016, 02:36 PM

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It was the juiciest chicken I've ever had. Hopefully the leftovers will still be as juicy.

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