My Rectec RT-340 Trailblazer bit the dust a few months ago after 6 years. I would like to get another pellet grill to supplement my charcoal and LPG cookers. The Grilla Chimp seems to be about the same size and is currently on sale for $359. Are the folks that own a Chimp generally happy with it? Thanks.
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I've had my Chimp since December of 2023. I got it specifically to do briskets. I really enjoy using it. It's the perfect size for me as I typically just cook for two. Mine has been fairly problem-free.
The only issues are that after exposure to the elements, the powder coating is flaking off the bottom of the legs and I am starting to get some rust in there. (The grill cover doesn't reach down that far.) The wireless has always given me issues with my home network, but I think that is just my home network. (I use a Mifi with it now and it works just fine.)
$359 is an excellent price for it....I paid $600 for mine.
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You will be unlikely to find a deal for the Chimp as good as the current deal for years. It is an excellent pellet smoker and higher-quality than the Rec-Tec in terms
of build for less.Comment
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I think klflowers has one too and if memory serves he likes his, perhaps if he has time he can verify. Good deal on it right now for sure.Comment
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Huskee is correct. I have a Chimp - got it in 2020. I like it a lot. The app drops out every once in awhile, and after 5 years the temp control went out a couple of months ago. I haven’t had a chance to trouble shoot it yet so I don’t know if it is the circuit board or the thermometer. It is easy to work on - when I got mine, the wireless controller wasn’t available. When they finished developing it, I bought the part and put it in myself. The few times I have dealt with customer service they have been stellar. I have even run it in the rain with no problems - I didn’t check the forecast before starting a couple times. All in all I am satisfied with the purchase.Comment
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Thanks for all the feedback. I purchased a Chimp last night. Looking forward to cooking with it.Comment
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I called them this morning about the Chimp RTD and the young lady I talked with told me to try cleaning the RTD first, and said if that doesn't work call and they will try and troubleshoot with me before just sending a new part. Still great customer service.Comment
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I have a friend with the Chimp. He's been perfectly happy with it, and he built (and sold) his own custom vertical vault smoker, so that says a lot for me!Comment
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The Chimp has arrived!Comment
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