looking to get charcol grill

[ofelles]

I have a Yoder YS640 smoker. Love it. Looking to get a grill. Narrowed it down to the Yoder 24"x48" charcoal grill or the Klose Grill Chef Deluxe 20"x48". Looking to have room for large cooks if needed and a long lasting top line grill

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Tried of them rusting out after a few years.

Thoughts of these grills. I hope I'm posting this to the correct spot.
thanks Orion

[ecowper]

The Yoder looks interesting. Although not as much grill landscape, have you looked at the Good One, Hasty-Bake Gourmet, or an Engelbrecht Braten 1000? They all fit inside that price range for the Yoder and each has very interesting features you might appreciate.

Side note: I'm kinda pre-disposed to the Hasty-Bake, personally ;-)

[Steve B]

The Engelbrecht is an awesome grill. I don’t have one but it sure is sweet looking.

[ecowper]

Steve B I was thinking for the price range that he is looking at on the Yoder, the Engelbrecht would be well worth considering

[Steve B]

I agree.

[klflowers]

The Good One Open Range looks like a pretty good one. I like the Hasty Bake too. If I get the opportunity, I hope to have to choose between the two.

[ecowper]

Here's links to the 3 grills I mentioned

Engelbrecht Braten 1000 - https://grillsandcookers.com/collect...ts/braten-1000

Hasty-Bake Gourmet - https://www.hastybake.com/collection...charcoal-grill

Good One Open Range - https://thegood-one.com/smokers-grills/the-open-range/

[jgreen]

I would still put in a vote for a kettle. The 26 Weber is a pretty good size, or the ranch kettle if you need a ton of room.

[FireMan]

My thoughts when I first read this post, 26 weber or Ranch, then you can have versatility with SnS.

[Black99vette]

+1 What jgreen and FireMan say! (Or two 26 grills)

[JeffJ]

If money is no object, check out Kalamazoo grills.

[FireMan]

You would have to mention the K-zoo. Dream on!

[Black99vette]

If money was no option! That sounds like a sticky post thread! Huskee ?

[ofelles]

Once I win the lottery the Kalamazoo will be on the short list thank you! I really love to cook and do a great job so the wife cuts me a lot of slack but there is a limit.

In the mean time back to reality. I have an offset in my Yoder. The open range and hasty bake are light weight and combos so they don't make the list. The Braten 1000 looks good but again it's a combo offset, although with heavier construction 10ga, it could be close to the list. I just don't like the kettle grills although I know they get the top ratings and cost less.

I am looking for a straight grill. Cooking over the heat source. Thick material for good heat retention. I am leaning to towards the Klose it's 1/4" construction and has more room than the Yoder. Yoder is constructed from 12ga on the lid, 10ga in the body, and 7ga for the charcoal basket.

I am probably 3 to 6 months from a decision so I really appreciate any input. I lurk a lot on this site and get some great ideas and recipes. One day I guess I should contribute with some pics.

[Black99vette]

+1 winning the lotto and buying a Kalamazoo!

[rototiller78]

What about the PK Grill? Made of cast aluminum, very good heat retention and aluminum doesn't rust.

[Santamarina]

I’ve looked at them all, but the one I always come back to is the Pitmaker 48” Grillmeister. One day it will be mine...

http://www.pitmaker.com/product/vin/?vin=93705385

[Mr. Bones]

Th GOOR is both a Great grill, an a Great smoker, (LOVE mine!!!!!) but doesn't have th direct cook real estate he is lookin for.

332 in² vs Yoder an Klose 960 in²

[CaptainMike]

'Twere it I, the Weber Ranch would make the list for a charcoal grill of this size. I would suggest the WSCG for it's overall versatility (I LOVE mine!), but the size might not fit your needs. But, I'm a sucker for the classic lines of a Weber.

[JeffJ]

With the money you are looking to spend have you considered a kamado? A Weber Summit Charcoal Grill or a Kamado Joe?

[Old Glory]

Weber Summit
lone Star 48 inch adjustable

[ofelles]

The lone star could make the list thanks

[Spinaker]

Personally, I would go with the Kamado route here. There are an amazing amount of sizes and combos you can get. And they are the most versatile cookers you can put on your patio. You can blast a Pizza at 850 F, grill at 500 F or smoke for days at 225 F. Not to mention the Kamados' ability to make amazing loafs of bread. You can even make pies, cookies and deserts.

Personally, I think everyone should have a kamado......then again, I have three, so maybe I am biased.

[JeffJ]

My problem is kamados are expensive. I would love to relocate my Performer and my 26 and put a WSCG in their place. My wife would too - more patio space. It's just not in the budget right now. For me, an offset stick burner will come first.

[ofelles]

thanks I have a pit boss 22" kamado. Need to use it more though.

[Dr. Pepper]

The Grill works 42" (with the large wheels to allow moving onto the lawn) is on my wish list. Nearly as costly as the Kalamazoo, but Argentinian style. http://www.grillworksusa.com/product...ks-dual-42-cre

Two obstacles: The cost, and the marriage. My beloved wife already is unhappy about my encroachment on her deck space.
Daniel

[JeffJ]

That's exactly why I don't have a stick burner. My wife is pushing back for the same reason. I'd need to relocate the 26 and the PBC and I don't want to.

[Old Glory]

Assassin Grills

https://www.assassin-smokers.com/charcoal-grills/

[Black99vette]

I haven't look at Assassin in a while, forgot they have a good price point to area ratio!