New Rec Tec TrailBlazer Arrives

Jefft54

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#1

New Rec Tec TrailBlazer Arrives

July 23, 2018, 02:42 PM

My new 340 arrived today, 1 day earlier than originally scheduled. Pretty easy to put together since you only attach the lid, unfold the legs, and put in the deflector and grates. Have to wait for second shipment arriving tomorrow with the accessories and pellets to do the burn in. Put together myself but would be easier with two people but really pretty simple. Now what to cook first, I'm thinking heritage pork loin.
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EdF

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#2

July 23, 2018, 02:45 PM

Heritage pork sounds great!
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#3

July 23, 2018, 03:10 PM

I think I would throw a pork shoulder in there. They can take the heat and they are forgiving. These things can be handy when you are learning a new rig.
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Henrik commented

July 24, 2018, 02:53 AM

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What â†‘ said :-)
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#4

July 23, 2018, 03:17 PM

Ahhhh. So pretty. Never to look like that again.

Glad it came out ok. I would of been worried with the shape that box was in. Congrats!
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Jefft54 commented

July 23, 2018, 05:41 PM

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The packaging would've protected eggs, totally solid packaging.
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July 23, 2018, 04:10 PM

Congrats. Start with anything you want.
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July 23, 2018, 05:02 PM

Nice looking rig, congrats.
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July 23, 2018, 07:44 PM

Nice looking setup! I'll second the pork butt suggestion. Really forgiving and a nice long test drive as well.
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July 23, 2018, 07:56 PM

Congrats, she's a beauty!
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July 23, 2018, 08:02 PM

Sweet cooker, I'm sure whatever ya cook will be great, lookin forward to seein it!
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#10

July 23, 2018, 08:03 PM

Really nice looking unit. They all look so good when new it is almost a shame to use.
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July 24, 2018, 02:54 AM

Congrats, so shiny and purdy!
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July 24, 2018, 07:24 AM

Pretty! Now cook something & make it look useful!
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July 24, 2018, 07:31 AM

Congrats on your new rig.
I see it makes a nice addition to your living room.
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#14

July 24, 2018, 08:28 AM

I think you should burn that puppy in right there in your dining room !! . Good luck with your new rig !!
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Jefft54

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July 24, 2018, 01:18 PM

Pellets arrived this morning. Time to burn.
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