alimac23 Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 It’s finally here!!All I can say is wow, you guys told me that seeing one in the flesh was different to seeing pics, but nothing prepared me for the arrival experience.The whole process from ordering to shipping to delivery was fantastically managed by Dennis and team, the uncrating and setup was simply amazing, such craftsmanship and quality!Here are the delivery, uncrating and firstBurn in pics.And here’s a shot of my old Akorn feeling sorry for itself Currently doing the initial burn in, it’s been sitting at 500f now for the last 4 hours and I’m seeing a bit of venting but nothing crazy. Looking forward to my first cook on this beauty! 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve M Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 Great job on the pics, it is a beautiful kk and I also love the setting. Really nice setup. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonFire Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 Nice 32....looks like it all went well, congrats mate 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alimac23 Posted July 31, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 Thanks guys, I’ve had a superb day, a very enjoyable experience unpacking the KK and doing the burn in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Ora Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 That looks stunning mate .great delivery pics that tomahawk looks delishOutback kamado Bar and Grill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacKenzie Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 alimac, your KK is stunning, beautiful pixs, and an awesome setup. Thanks for sharing the delivery experience. Just so you know, that pebble colour cooks just a little bit better than all other colours. 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pequod Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 That never gets old. Great pics! Now to business... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tangles Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 Looks stunning. Congrats again. Nice setup as well. Glad the delivery guys were able to put the crate where you wanted it. Can’t wait to see the cook photos. Would also love to hear how it compares to other cookers you have used. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alimac23 Posted July 31, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 alimac, your KK is stunning, beautiful pixs, and an awesome setup. Thanks for sharing the delivery experience. Just so you know, that pebble colour cooks just a little bit better than all other colours. Thanks MacKenzie, I’m very glad to have it safely home and in place, now comes the fun part!I had a sneaking Suspicion that colour would cook a little bit better than the others 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Ora Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 How's the burn in going mate got anything cooking Outback kamado Bar and Grill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alimac23 Posted July 31, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 How's the burn in going mate got anything cooking Outback kamado Bar and Grill Hey mate nothing cooking tonight but got a chicken lined up for tomorrow and that dry aged tomahawk for the weekend.The burn in was a bit of a last minute decision as the delivery was earlier than expected and we uncrated it a lot quicker than I thought we would. I had to light a fire in it and have a play with temp control and decided to go for the burn in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekobo Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 7 hours ago, alimac23 said: And here’s a shot of my old Akorn feeling sorry for itself I am sure your Akorn has served you well...but the difference is clear! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony b Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 Great pics of the uncrating. Cute pooch! Too bad you didn't have something lined up to cook, as you can cook during the burn-in. But can't wait to see that tomahawk on the grill all sizzling up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Pearson Posted July 31, 2018 Report Share Posted July 31, 2018 Wow! Nice setup and beautiful KK. Nice pictures congratulations and happy grilling. Looking forward to your first cook 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckreef Posted August 1, 2018 Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 Very nice setup and like others have said, great unboxing pictures. I am like you, went from an Akorn to a KK. No point in any stops in-between. You're going to love it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alimac23 Posted August 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 1 hour ago, ckreef said: Very nice setup and like others have said, great unboxing pictures. I am like you, went from an Akorn to a KK. No point in any stops in-between. You're going to love it. I picked up a Saffire a couple of years back for a steal, the guy selling it wanted $300 so i've now got: KK BB 32 Akorn Kamado Saffire Kamado Weber Kettle Weber Smokey Joe The wife says i've got a problem, i say i've got a hobby 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alimac23 Posted August 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 First cook underway, it’s a horrible stormy night here in Perth, strong winds and rain, the KK is sitting rock solid on 160c, hasn’t moved!First cook is a chicken rubbed with hot whang rub and a scorpion peri peri sauce to serve with corn and veggies.Sorry about the rubbish pic, it’s dark and nasty outside! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alimac23 Posted August 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 And the finished result.Amazingly juicy chicken that fell off the bone, absolutely loved the performance of the KK tonight, didn’t miss a beat!And the juices on the board after I’d cut the chicken into 4 pieces: 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tangles Posted August 1, 2018 Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 Looks great Alimac. Chicken is always great in the KK. Direct, indirect, roti - always turns out great. Kudo to you for cooking tonight. Its absolutely howling out there tonight. Rain also coming in sideways.... That said, I cook in this weather on the weekends. The other week I was completely soaked. I made sure the food was kept dry though. Food still came out awesome! Wind, rain, hail.. cooking on the KK is a treat. I guess I got to get that return on investment - wind, hail or shine. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Pearson Posted August 1, 2018 Report Share Posted August 1, 2018 Nice cook Alma chicken looks very tasty nice looking meal. Thanks for the post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
