Getting a new RecTec

[mgaretz]

I've never had that happen, but I've only been using pellets about 1.5 years. I have had it happen with my Weber gas grill.

[Marauderer]

I ordered a gasket kit from BBQgaskets.com for my cover. It fits well but leaks.

http://bbqgaskets.com/contact_3.html

[Marauderer]

Ya need to make up a sticky by the grill/smoker that reminds you to clean the top under surface before you fire it up. Thanks for the heads up. I will post how and where I put my sticky. Why reinvent the wheel when you guys have already been there and done that.

[Huskee]

Same with my offset. Easy to scrape off, but sadly I never think of it until little black flakes end up on my ribs or chicken just from opening/closing the lid....

[David Parrish]

Thanks Dave, I don'y have any experience with the cleaning of critical parts on a Pellet smoker.

The most aggravating thing about cleaning pellet cookers I think is the carbon buildup. It'll build up on the inside of the hood and come off in flakes all over the food.

[Marauderer]

Thanks Dave, I don'y have any experience with the cleaning of critical parts on a Pellet smoker.

[David Parrish]

No I dont clean it, per say, but I do scrape off the sludge. That stuff will burn and give off bad flavors.

[Marauderer]

Dave, do you completely clean your drip pan after every cook?

[hdarrel22]

I read that too, but I haven't had any problems with getting enough smoke on mine with my rec tec. Nice smoke ring every time. The thing I love is I can put my ribs on at noon, go to work and come home to great ribs.

[Marauderer]

No, I had not seen it. I am not keeping up well. I made a response and will check out Academy Sports.

[David Parrish]

lol, yeah that's the ticket. Barry did you see my post here? http://pitmaster.amazingribs.com/for...ets-for-smoker

[Marauderer]

Yea, but you are tough Dave.

[David Parrish]

My drip tray goes commando (no foil).

[Marauderer]

At least it will get past where all the smoke can be absorbed.

[Ozric]

Cool. Looking forward to a comparative test (frozen, fresh with tube, fresh).

18"? I'm not hung that well. Sorry. LOL That'd almost get you through an overnight cook!