Update - Yesterday, I spent an additional 3 hours assembling the grill. Total time is above 4 hours, but that includes dealing with a number of issues. I expect that is well above the typical assembly time. The day did end on an up note with a successful burn-in. A thunderstorm prevented a first cook. That will happen later today.
My concerns with QC continue. The slide rods for the heat deflector are held in place with screws in the rod end. These were supposed to be installed at the factory. The rear rod was disconnect on the right side, although the screw remained in place. When I tried to reattach, both ends were stripped. I contacted Camp Chef and they again asked for pictures.
I purchased the BBQ Grill Box and it too arrived damaged. The latch that holds the lid in place is bent. I've been able to bend it enough to get it to work and it is not a major problem, but just another sign of poor QC.
I haven't reported the chipped paint on the lower shelf an will just use some touch-up paint.
Now all the good stuff.
This thing is REALLY big. The start up/setup is very nice. I haven't been able to get my phone to connect, but the large LCD is easy to read and to use. Excited to be cooking later today.
More later.
Thanks,
Barry
My concerns with QC continue. The slide rods for the heat deflector are held in place with screws in the rod end. These were supposed to be installed at the factory. The rear rod was disconnect on the right side, although the screw remained in place. When I tried to reattach, both ends were stripped. I contacted Camp Chef and they again asked for pictures.
I purchased the BBQ Grill Box and it too arrived damaged. The latch that holds the lid in place is bent. I've been able to bend it enough to get it to work and it is not a major problem, but just another sign of poor QC.
I haven't reported the chipped paint on the lower shelf an will just use some touch-up paint.
Now all the good stuff.
This thing is REALLY big. The start up/setup is very nice. I haven't been able to get my phone to connect, but the large LCD is easy to read and to use. Excited to be cooking later today.
More later.
Thanks,
Barry
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