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@AJR i can already tell you my honest opinion on them. i love them. I've been wanting batteries and EV Chargers for two years but have been waiting for the right time and product mix. I was originally going to do a pilot test for SolarEge for their battery and EV chargers but now that the Gateway 2 and EV chargers are all integrated I decided on the full Tesla solution for the look. I like Tesla because it gives you full control and since this is my line of work and I am a total geek on this stuff I love playing with my controls and testing the battery import/export. Here in CA we have Time of Use rates so during the day we pay $0.26/kWh but from 4-9pm we pay $0.46. So that means when i export solar power to the grid I'm getting that same credit, however solar doesn't shine much from 4-9pm but I can export my battery and get lots of credits since I have 3 batteries. Or I can basically 100% sell supply meaning I fill the battery up during the day and draw it down during the night and I'm able to charge my cars and run my AC and spa etc all of my solar power. It can basically function without the grid if needed. Why are you considering 4 batteries? That seems like a lot. I would be happy to help you look at different options. Tesla Powerwalls are most popular, but they are sold out till Q2 2021 at this point. If you are considering that amount of storage there is also Sonnen, Generac and Storz Power that can all do good job of whole home backup You're in Phoenix right? i know a ton of the solar guys out there so when the time is right let me know and I'll make sure you get a good deal.

Welcome Stewart. I too am new to this forum and I thought I did a lot of research but it looks like you put me to shame. My research was to try and find anything negative about the grill, the company or Dennis. I looked for 3 days and may hours. Couldn’t find anything but rave reviews. I pulled the trigger on a 32 now I’m just waiting for delivery. We’re contemplating replacing and expanding our concrete patio. Most patios are 4 inches thick but I’m going 5 inches just because of the weight of the grill. I know this is overkill but so is a KK. I like things to last forever. I’m hoping to hear that my grill will be here in about 2 weeks. The wait after you order is the worst part of this process.

Hello everyone, I figured since I'm going to have a ton of questions....makes sense to introduce myself. I've been lurking for a couple of years and have finally worn down the Mrs.'s spending-force-field on a 32 BB. Research is a big part of what I do and I've recently completed my KK research-walk-about; where I look at all the various options other than the KK (at a similar price-point or less): all-SS pellet smokers, offset stick burners (including reverse and standard flow), kettles...you name it. I currently have a 15 year-old Traeger that is slowly rusting and returning back to the Earth. Before that, I had a Weber-esque classic charcoal BBQ - I got pretty good at turning out nice steaks and burgers, though nothing else. I miss that charcoal taste... On the Traeger, I've cooked nearly everything there is to smoke low-and-slow: bacon, brisket, pork butt, salmon... I like the set-and-forget nature of the pellet smoker...though I'm less interested these days in electrical components that could wear down due to weather and time. Looking at some of the all-SS pellet smokers, there were still folk on BBQ forums pulling their hair-out with controller issues. Something that rings true with my current rig. Then...the stick burners. There are models that offer BBQ trays as an extra or an attached-but-seperate BBQ pit "hybrid". Again, if you look around the interwebs, you'll see folk really happy with these - and if you look closely...you'll see spots of rust. No thank you. If I'm investing that much in a cooking tool, I came up with the following criteria: 1) I want to be able to use it often and I want to use it often (how quick does it start up, how easy is it to maintain, etc)...plus there's a happiness/pride factor... 2) it's gotta be convenient (set and forget)...with two young kiddos and two pups, I have enough babysitting on my hands... 3) produce outstanding food that is better than an oven or the stove; for small groups or the whole extended family (about 18 of us) 4) last the next 20+ years and be reliable (buying things that truly last is rather appealing: the last-tool-first philosophy) 5) do what the current smoker does and more At the end of my walk-about...only the KK ticks all the above. So, we have a few ducks to get lined up before pulling the lever...namely, we're having our deck fully replaced and extended. As part of that project, I'm highlighting an area that needs a bit more substantial substructure: where the KK will be at home. (yes, I do my homework. 😁) We're early in the build process - who woulda-thunkit that good contractors are insanely busy... I'll be sure to post updates when they happen! Stew

Nice plan. My deck is TREX, except for the corner where the KK lives, which is ironwood, as I said earlier.

Interestingly enough, Ipe is the decking we're going with. I built a deck at our previous house with it and it's beautiful when well maintained. I really like the contrast of the dark reddish brown wood with the stainless steel fasteners. It's interesting...the pricing on the stuff...when I did my research over 10 years ago, cedar was the cheapest, with Trex (or similar composite) being the most expensive...Ipe fell in-between. The difference between now and then is the composite stuff has dropped a bit in price...though the scratch resistant composite is still expensive. We haven't ordered yet...I kinda want to break ground on the deck before getting too far ahead of ourselves...

@Boom Boom - talk to your contractor. You are starting to get into the realm of needing rebar in the concrete when you get that thick. Sometimes more isn't better. Maybe a different formulation of your cement rather than more of the standard recipe is in order?

Hi Stewart, Looks like you've got a lot of experience with smoking/ long and slow under your belt, and you're clearly vey thorough with your homework. I was just sucked in from the word go- hopeless really but the same outcome. Have you ordered yours yet ? I've just ordered mine so we could be in the same boat, so to speak. Best RD

That's our Dennis!

@DiegoQnBrewyep born and raised 41 years strong

That is pretty awesome. As a techno-geek and "desire to be off the grid type" person, I applaud you.

Noble that was a broccolini flower

Hi @Stewart. Welcome. You're going to love your KK from the get. Keeps us posted on the details...color, tile or pebble, accessories, etc..