Cheesehead_Griller

41 minutes ago, BOC said:

I have a FireBoard pro and a I just use a pit Bull fan from bbq guru. I have a 32, if any smaller I’d have just gone with the pit viper. Works great. You could buy the FireBoard fan too, you’d just need the circle adapter so it fits in the guru port on the kk.


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That’s what I’m going to do. Thanks! I have a 32 so I’ll go with the same setup as you. 
 

How do you like the Pro with the Type K? Regret not getting the Drive with more ports? 

I'm in the market for a multi-port thermometer that I can add a blower to in the future. I am leaning towards the Firebird 2 Pro. (I have a vision issue and the large print on the FIreboard 2 is very helpful.) My question is how does the Fireboard Drive connect to the KK? I don't see they offer a "port hole" connection option. If the Fireboard Drive doesn't interface with the KK then I'll reconsider the ThermoWorks Signals + Billows. 

Any info you can share would be much appreciated. Thanks! 

Any info you can share would be much appreciated. Thanks! 

1 hour ago, tony b said:

@Cheesehead_Griller - I'm not sure why you'd want to use both? I don't know of any advantage of doing that? As MacKenzie said, each have their advantages. I use both myself. 

How would you put a bunch of deboned chicken thighs in a cradle to make Shawarma? Instead, I thought I could put them on a spit and then secure that in the cradle. Am I off base? I ordered the cradle and not the spit so I'm pondering how I can make it work in a variety of situations. I thought I'd ask to see what others have done. 

A bit off topic but I thought I'd ask anyways. I bought the Rotisserie Cradle and was curious if I could use a spit and clamp it in the cradle? I bought it thinking it would be the most versatile compared to the spit. 

Just curious how those of you with the cradle use it with meats on a spit. Thanks!

19 hours ago, Mcjudsten said:

First pizza cook on the new 42 which also means it’s the fist pizza cook in almost a year.   Remembering what to do with the kk was easier than remembering what to do with the dough.  3 day cold ferment with 00 flour at 70% ended up being harder to handle than expected.   The kids were through the first pizza by the time the last one came off the grill- so no complaints from them. The “adult pizza” of the night was fig, goat cheese, caramelized onion and arugula.  Cheers!

Is that the baking stone or the heat diffusers?  Or is the baking stone for the 42 two pieces? 

Very nice! Be sure to post some pics of the KK in action  

I get it. I like forums as well. Been a long time forum browsers for all of my hobbies. 
 

I’ve just noticed many communities switching to FB. Just want to ensure we capture KK owners from all angles. 

Looks awesome! Should've taken some pictures of the grill in action! 

2 minutes ago, johnnymnemonic said:

U know they are messing with you right. All noobs get the tile v pebble heckle.


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Of course  

Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I told my family that all of the major holiday's are at our house next year so I can use my KK

Is there a Facebook page for Komodo Kamado Owners? If not, why? I would assume it's a small minority of KK owners who visit this forum. We could probably amass a larger community on FB. I know, FB is a POS company and unethical. I totally get it. However, as far as connecting folks who have similar interests it does a fairly good job. I'm not suggesting it as a replacement but rather a compliment to the forum. 

Let me know your thoughts. 

1 hour ago, Mark Surratt said:

I heard for round pizza that the pebbles cooked better and for brisket flat to go tiles all the way. With all this free info from you guys if you  will pony up some $ then I could jump to the 42!!

I wish I would've known the pebble was better for pizza before I placed my order for square tiles. 

Fan is about 650 CFM. 

I get it. Grilling outside in bitter cold weather is borderline moronic. However, if I could shelter in my garage a bit it would be tolerable. I may just have to concede and wait until spring to place the grill outside. I think the 32 is too big to move in and out of the garage.  

To start, I'm aware of the dangers of fire inside a closed garage. That's not my intention so calm down.  It's cold as shit in Wisconsin and I enjoy grilling all year long.  I will be taking delivery of a 32 in February / March timeframe. I was planning to use it right away and do so in my garage until I can move it outside in spring. Even then, I may want to keep it in the garage due to our patio construction project. However, during the spring, summer, and fall I can grill in the garage and have both doors wide open. 

My plan is to mount an old inline duct fan to the ceiling and attach about a 10' flexible ducting to it. I'll then open the garage door about 12 inches and run the ducting over the top of the garage door to the outside. The grill will be placed near the exhaust fan. I figured more than enough fresh air can enter the garage with the door open 12 inches. 

My family enjoys cooking and grilling all year long so I don't want to wait until spring or later to use my new KK. For those of you who have grilled in your garage, let me know how you did it and what your experiences were. Thanks! 

I was in your same spot. I went with the 32. Bought most of the accessories too. Figured I'd go all-in. I hope I like it   I've never cooked on a kamado style cooker before. 

@DennisLinkletter Any update on the charcoal? 

3 hours ago, tekobo said:

Stop right there!  My view is that you should not start your KK journey with regrets.  Get in touch with Dennis and ask for a change if you really want pebble instead of tile.  A month or two's delay, if any, will be worth it.   I think the 32 is a great cooking machine and you have made the right choice there.  If you want extra versatility I would get a second KK while you are at it.  I have three and I love having the ability to cook a whole meal outdoors, using different temps in each grill as necessary.  Your KK, your choice, my two penneth's worth.  

I wouldn't say I have regrets about going with square tiles. I just grew to like the pebble a bit more than I did initially. It's not a big deal. I'll enjoy my KK 32 regardless of tile shape. I'm stoked to get it and begin my journey. 

I considered buying 2 23's versus one 32 but I was advised to get the 32. I wanted the ability to cook more than just one thing and have a few different temps zones so I can cook an entire meal on the 32. I hope my expectations are in line with reality. Lol. 

Just now, Paul said:

Welcome! Congrats on your KK. Speaking as the owner of a cobalt blue tile KK, I think you made the right choice. 

Share a pic  Is yours square or pebble? How long have you had it? Favorite accessory?  

2 hours ago, swoff1 said:

congrats .  Yes it sure better be ready that weather. When was the actual ship date?  I just paid the money and figurred I would get a call when it got here in Jan.     In the mean time I sold all my other smokers, so kind of going though some with draws.   I do have an Ole Hickory smoker coming inb 2 weeks. But its been gas grillen for way to long. Color did you get?

Not sure on ship date. Dennis simply said early December. 

I ordered the square Blue Cobalt tiles. Wish I would've choose the pebble. Oh, well.  

After college and starting my business, I'm finally at a point in life to invest in a grill. I've used a gas grill for the past year. Not any gas grill but a Holland Grill. It has served me well but I need something with a bit more versatility for my family. 

I've considered a pellet grill but quickly dismissed it. I wanted something without electronics, augers, motors, etc. I need stuff that reduce stress in my life not add to it. Considered the Komodo Joe and others but weaned something large enough to accommodate our family but also for holidays and parties. I wanted a grill large enough to cook meats and sides simultaneously. After endless amounts of research, reading forums, and watching YouTube videos I've decided on the 32" Big Bad. I ordered it in the Cobalt Blue square tiles but wish I would've went with the pebble. Oh, well. I'll like it no matter the tile shape

I'm excited to begin my journey of cooking with a KK. I have a lot to learn and hopefully plenty of time left on this planet to do so 😎

Grill is expected to ship in the next few weeks and hopefully make it to WI by early February. 

Looks awesome! I wish I would've ordered the pebble tiles

Was it hard to move and get situated? 

1 hour ago, swoff1 said:

Awesome, looks like that thing is getting a workout.   Congrats again and thanks for sharing.    Just paid last week probably wont see my 42 untill Jan sometime.   Anyway learn through you my friend , keep up the good work

Greg

My 32 will be on the boat with your grill  Hopefully they make it through the Port of LA in a reasonable amount of time. I'm stoked. The final destination is Wisconsin so I hope it's ready for the cold weather. It will be used all year long. 

32 with square Cobalt tiles.