Nanuk Posted August 3, 2015 Report Posted August 3, 2015 Hi all, Was wondering how everyone here start their fire. I used to start mine with lighted newspaper at the center. Have not grilled in a lot of time but Im about to get a KK. Thanks Quote
5698k Posted August 3, 2015 Report Posted August 3, 2015 I use a mapp torch, very simple, very reliable. Robert Quote
lee grabowski Posted August 3, 2015 Report Posted August 3, 2015 I use a propane torch. It is fast. Quote
5698k Posted August 3, 2015 Report Posted August 3, 2015 http://www.bernzomatic.com/product/ts8000-high-intensity-trigger-start-torch-head/ Robert Quote
CeramicChef Posted August 3, 2015 Report Posted August 3, 2015 I've done everything from starter cubes, rubbing alcohol drenched cotton balls, cooking oil soaked paper towels, to MAPP torch. By far the best is the MAPP torch which is what I use. I can't imagine changing to anything else. Quote
Poochie Posted August 3, 2015 Report Posted August 3, 2015 When I had a Kamado Joe, I used a weed burner for hot and fast cooks and a heat gun for a low and slow. Plan to do pretty much the same when my bronze baby arrives. Quote
Syzygies Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 I have a pair of weed burners that I use for all cooks. The first one stopped lighting, so I bought another, but kept both in service. I attached hose clamps to the middle of each wand, so they balance nicely on the KK rim, unattended. Pvt. Joker: Can you use weed burners to light KK lump for low & slow cooks? Helicopter gunner: It's easy. You just don't light them as much. Quote
tony b Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 Was a chimney guy for decades, but based upon the feedback here, I've switched over to the propane torch. I went with this one. http://www.bernzomatic.com/product/jt850-lawn-and-garden-torch/ Like that it's long so you don't have to get down inside the KK to light it. Quote
Poochie Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 I like that gizmo, Tony. Did you buy it locally or mail order? Quote
bryan Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 Looks like around $40. Harbour Freight had mine. Different design much cheaper. Quote
Tucker Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 I use a Berzomatic weed torch, shaped like a cane. uses regular small camp propane tanks. Quote
Tucker Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 works great, low cook, just light a small amount of coal. the spark strike is on the shaft. Quote
5698k Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 Can't refill, but mine has lasted well over a year, and they're inexpensive. Robert Quote
tony b Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 I like that gizmo, Tony. Did you buy it locally or mail order? Got it on Amazon. This model is discontinued, but they still have some in stock. The price has doubled since I bought mine, so seek out cheaper versions. But beware, some with the built-in striker have reliability issues. Mine has done well so far. Just read the reviews (if any) before you buy! Quote
CeramicChef Posted August 4, 2015 Report Posted August 4, 2015 As a former Scout, I find the most effective way to start a fire is to rub two chunks of lump together! Quote
Nanuk Posted August 5, 2015 Author Report Posted August 5, 2015 Ok, got to get me one of those lighters... Note taken. Thanks Quote
