Gabbys Santa Maria w/Rotisserie

[klflowers]

I know it is hopeless to ask you folks to talk me out of this, so I'll just ask for pros and cons. For quite awhile now I have wanted a rotisserie for my kettle but I never pulled the trigger. Then my MCS started demanding a Santa Maria attachment. So I found this:

https://gabbysgrills.com/product/22-gabbys-grills-rotisseriesanta-maria-style-combo/

I know several pit peeps have had the Gabbys Santa Maria; anyone had the combo unit? I am aware of the size limitations but i won't be cooking on it for large crowds.

[hoovarmin]

There are no cons whatsoever. Follow your bliss.

[Jim White]

As long as you invite me to a cook with it, it’s all good.

[ofelles]

Santa Maria style is so much fun and tasty.

[RonB]

My secret Santa gifted me with a SM attachment. The flavor of meat cooked over wood is superior to what charcoal produces. And I think a rotisserie produces the best chicken, so if ya spin a chicken, (or anything else that will spin), over wood, it should be the bestest.

Go for it!

[Panhead John]

Hey Kev, because we’re friends, I’ll go ahead and help you out. Forget the attachment and just get the real deal. This one’s a lot bigger and should fill your needs better….you’re welcome.

https://tagwoodbbq.com/products/tagwood-bbq-xl-argentine-santa-maria-wood-fire-charcoal-gaucho-grill-all-stainless-steel-bbq22ss?variant=44541428760870&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1

[fzxdoc]

Here we go.

[au4stree]

This is the kind of help I’ve come to expect in this her Pit. Good work Panhead John

[bbqLuv]

@Panhead John
I must say you know how to help a friend.
That is the real deal.

[klflowers]

Panhead John with buddies like you... If it had a rotisserie option, I would check out that 2 year financing plan. But sadly that option is not available. I appreciate you looking out though. Pal.

[Panhead John]

Pal……😂

[klflowers]

hoovarmin when you said bliss my mind went here

[Uncle Bob]

I'll offer you one alternative that I have and feel has an advantage. The grate is a separate piece for easier cleaning, not necessary to unhook from cables. Added benefit is it's the same size as any Weber grate, so you can swap out for any various grate styles you may already own. Amazon.com : only fire Santa-maria Style Grill Rotisserie System Adjustable Cooking Grate Attachment for Weber 22 inch Kettle Grills - Global Patent : Patio, Lawn & Garden The rotisserie motor is battery powered, but the mount is a universal style so can be changed to a corded version easily.

[klflowers]

I looked at Onlyfire and I found several reviews that said the cables on the Santa Maria part broke. I take it that you haven't had that problem. I didn't notice that the motor could be changed out, but the corded motor was one of the things that steered me towards Gabbys.

[Uncle Bob]

There are people out there who can break almost anything, and there are lots of people on the internet who can imagine more problems than actual users experience. That said, cables are not that challenging to change, and can be replaced with heavier ones if really necessary.

[jfmorris]

My only comment is that the rotisserie setup can only be used without a lid on the kettle, so you may not be able to spin your Thanksgiving turkey on it, due to lack of indirect retained heat. But for open fire rotisserie cooking, it would be great.

And of course, open fire Santa Maria cooking will be great with this!

[klflowers]

Yeah now that I am thinking about it I may just get them separately.

[Attjack]

If you want to save some bucks and can live without the rotisserie or are willing to modify it, this one is cheaper.

https://www.ashandemberoutdoors.com/collections/open-fire-cooking/adjustable-kettle-style-grill-attachment/899455.html

[klflowers]

I looked at it too. I really want the rotisserie too. It would be cheaper to get them separately, but why would I do that? It would be smart lol

[klflowers]

So after looking at Attjack, jfmorris and my favorite unc Uncle Bob posts, I realized that if I get the onlyfire rotisserie and the ash and ember Santa maria, I'll save around $100. This is not natural. Pit members convincing me to spend less! Real pals, not like that Panhead John guy.

[Panhead John]

Just what the hell is wrong with me recommending a $25,000.00 cooker? 🤓

[Troutman]

I had one but sold it after purchasing a larger grill. My only complaint (well 2 maybe) is that it’s a small cooking surface and the grate needs a lip to help keep food from falling off. Other than that Gabby builds a fairly nice rig. I’d advise buying one.

[klflowers]

I saw your post about the size. I won't be cooking more than would fit on a kettle grate. And I'll just have to watch my beer consumption to keep stuff on the grate

[Purc]

I love my Cajun Bandit stainless steel rotisserie ring for my Weber 22" Kettle. It also fits the 22" WSM.

BTW, the CB ring is heavier than the Only Fire ring. My son ordered the Only Fire and sent it back when it arrived bent out of round. As always, YMMV.

[fitzoo7]

can you send a link? I've been looking on their site, I can not find the ring.

[HawkerXP]

WTH!?!

..., ..., ...!

[klflowers]

I was wondering where you were