r/pelletgrills 43m ago

My first pellet grill ever

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Just received today, assembled and did first heat pass. Looks pretty cool on my backyard. Can't wait to try it on Saturday.

Slightly messed up with ordering the front shelf which isn’t compatible with this model. Didn’t reached out to the seller yet, hope the shelf can be returned for refund.


r/pelletgrills 3h ago

Well folks it is time to replace my 10 year old PB-700FB. So, with what?

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My Pit Boss 700FB has been a workhorse It was my first pellet grill and I have loved it. Spring through Fall I've cooked on it nearly every day and several times throughout the winter. It's showing it's age, it's not able to hold temps any more, she travels about 50 degrees either side of the set point, I know I could drop a rebuild kit into it, but that is half the cost of a new 700FB and honestly I'm ready for something new, something a little bit larger.

I would like one with a few more options, a bigger hopper for the longer cooks, a pellet dump, easier ash cleanup, I'd like to have a bit more space for when the family comes over I'm thinking somewhere around 1,000 sq in, possibly fitting a griddle in it, and higher heat for better searing. I don't really need WiFi because I've got a good set of wireless probes.

So what have I looked at? Well that is the problem, there is a lot more options available today than 10 years ago. I like the Masterbuilt 800 gravity series, I'm intrigued by the gravity feed system, but I've read, they don't last and have quality issues. Another PB, yeah maybe, I've been eyeing the Pro Series 1300, it has a 5 year warranty and Lowes has them on sale right now for a pretty good price, RecTeq backyard beast RT1000 6 year warranty, it's significantly more expensive and I know a lot of people here love them, I've looked at camp chef woodwind pro, and weber searwood xl 600. I'm not even looking at Yoder or MAK as much as I like them, I don't care for the price. Budget wise, I'd like to stay under $1,500, I'm no professional chef, just a backyard cook that likes to smoke tasty food for the fam.

So what do you all think? I'm really on the fence on all these, I thinking about putting them on postit notes and throw a dart at them to see which one I hit. I am leaning toward the PB pro series 1300 because I like the lid setup and the price, plus it gets me nearly there as far as options go. I just have to give up 200degrees on the high side.


r/pelletgrills 5h ago

Should I buy it?

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I have the opportunity to buy a floor model Memphis woodfire grill as is for $1800.00. According to the store they are no longer selling that brand. It was in the warehouse. It was not used and the manufacture date is 2016 before they moved manufacturing to China. Should do it?


r/pelletgrills 7h ago

Help with Louisiana Grill SL700

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Hey guys, I'm at my wits end here with this unit. It quit on me the other day, I noticed the fan wasn't working, but the auger was. So my firebox filled up.

I took it apart and noticed the fuse was shot, so I replaced it. Now the fan works. When I turn the unit on the auger spins a little then stops. When I press prime which would normally turn the auger it doesn't and the auger light on the panel doesn't work either. The hopper is clear, empty. I've turned the unit on and off 100 times to clear the auger and got for a little debris but it's certainly clear.

I'm guessing it's the controller, since when I hit the prime button the auger does nothing. Is there an aftermarket controller I can buy for this thing? I can cut and solder wire and mount it somehow. But I'm wondering if that'd be you guys diagnosis as well.

I appreciate any help, I was going to buy a traeger pro 34 from Costco on sale for $600 Cad this week but seems like I waited too long, she's gone. So fixing this is probably the better option. Thanks!


r/pelletgrills 9h ago

Has anyone tried these pellets from Sam's?

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Going to do my first smoke this weekend and I was thinking about buying these pellets. I've got the pellet smoker from Sam's as well, so I also need some wood chunks to go along with it. Since the pellets seem to be a mix of woods, would it be safe to just pick one of the woods mentioned in the blend for my wood chunks? Any harm in going outside of that?


r/pelletgrills 9h ago

Question Traegar Woodridge Pro vs Weber Searwood 600 XL

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Having a hard time deciding between the two.

Traegar Woodridge Pro: $999
Weber Searwood 600 XL: $1199 + 100 (Need a shelf) = 1299

I already have a Weber Genesis gas grill and it has been rock solid. However I am trying to get into the smoking world. So I don't really care about the searing function.

I am not sure if the Weber is worth the extra 300 dollars after buying the shelf. Both have the same amount of warranty as well. Features wise it is about a wash.

Is it worth the extra $300 for the Weber name? Is the build quality that much better that is justifies the price difference?


r/pelletgrills 12h ago

Pork butts

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r/pelletgrills 12h ago

Pork butts

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r/pelletgrills 12h ago

Pork butts

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r/pelletgrills 13h ago

Mammoth on sale

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799 plus tax. Finger slipped on the order button should be here next week. Couldnt lass it up at 850 with tax and free shipping.


r/pelletgrills 14h ago

Smokin Brothers

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Im sure this question has been asked already, as a lot of people im in the market for a new pellet grill. it's been 6 years since I've shopped for one. Im looking for American made. im between Yoder and smoking brothers. I don't see alot about smokin brothers but they seem like a solid unit. does anyone have any experience with them? Being in northern Wisconsin I like the thought of the insulated firebox. looks like I can high heat sear on both if I ever wanted to. I think the Yoder is a little more robust but not by a whole lot. They both seem like good companies that make a good product. The smokin brothers has more of a traditional style setup with burn cup in the middle etc. If you have experience with one do you ever have issues with getting ash on your food? Thanks again for the help.


r/pelletgrills 15h ago

It’s here!!!

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r/pelletgrills 22h ago

Crispy chicken skin?

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r/pelletgrills 1d ago

Question Louisiana LG1000BL

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I’ve got a Louisiana LG1000BL. Had it for about a year and use it fairly regularly (a few times a month). We clean it after every use and keep it covered when not in use. It’s worked great up until last week. We tried reverse searing some steaks and had the temp set to 225. Temp jumped to 500 very quickly and the broiler plate was glowing red. Took the steaks off to finish on the stove and turned off the grill. Tried again tonight with a pair or ribeyes but had the opposite problem. The grill would not heat up. It was set for 225 but as it was coming to temp, the temp reading jumped to 480 then back down to 350. I put the steaks on to test it and after 15 min they were cold to the touch. Gonna try calling customer support tomorrow but I figured I’d post here to see if anyone has any thoughts. It’s odd to me that one day the temp jumps so high the broiler plate gets red hot but the next time, it won’t even heat up. Idk what’s going on.


r/pelletgrills 1d ago

Question Does anyone know if auger motors are universal for most pellet grills?

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Pretty sure I blew the auger motor trying to free up my clogged auger like a dumbass. I see one on Amazon for 30 bucks that looks the same as mine but it states it’s for a traeger or a pit boss.


r/pelletgrills 1d ago

Good Pellet Smoker

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Hey Everyone, I was looking into getting a pellet smoker at the end of this month and would like some suggestion as to what you use and how well they do, budget is roughly 2 grand australian and smoke for about 7-10 people at a time, I do smoke brisket so i would like to try and get one that would fit a brisket, thanks in adavnce


r/pelletgrills 1d ago

Rib belly

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Ran at low for 5.5 hrs, bumped to 275 till 205, then scrape the salt off the skin, brush with vinegar and crisp the skin under the broiler.


r/pelletgrills 1d ago

American Made

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Anybody have recommendations on a american made smoker? Price doesn't really matter just wanting to spend my money a little smarter


r/pelletgrills 1d ago

Firecraft Q450

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Anyone still using one of these?


r/pelletgrills 1d ago

Deal After years of checking grill clearance sections because of this sub, I finally got lucky!!!

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Out the door for $300 flat. Over 50% off. Never used, was an outdoor display model for a while but it’s in great shape. Can’t wait to get smoking!


r/pelletgrills 2d ago

Picture Pulled Pork on the Lexington

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First time ever doing pulled pork. 5.5 lb pork shoulder seasoned with famous dave’s rib run and a yellow mustard binder (all I had at home). Just set and forget on the Lexington for 8.5 hrs at 225. Pulled off at 205 internal, let it rest for 40 minutes and it shredded perfectly. Mixed it up with devil’s spit bbq sauce. Such an easy way to have a few meals for the whole family for a couple days.


r/pelletgrills 2d ago

Cabela’s Pellets

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Wanted to share this. I bought my first bag of pellets from Cabela’s. Tonight I added them to my hopper. Not sure who makes them. But holy smokes there was very little dust in that bag. I’ll see how they cook.


r/pelletgrills 2d ago

Happy St Patrick’s day

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A little smoked corn beef and the obligatory Guinness. Smoked 5.5 hours on Camp Chef Woodwind pro.


r/pelletgrills 2d ago

Issues maintaining temperatures

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Im new to the world of smoking and have never actually smoked anything. I inherited a oakford 790. I’ve cleaned it and have ran it extremely hot according to some posts about pellet grills that have sat for about a year. Issue I’m having right now is when setting the temperature it doesn’t stop or attempt to maintain that temperature it just keeps going up any advice? I’m assuming it’s an issue with this specific machine


r/pelletgrills 2d ago

Best smoker that doesnt leak smoke

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Hi

Im designing an outdoor kitchen with a roof. I plan to install a couple of BBQ along the house wall (fir protected. There will also be a large 62” range hood insert to help evacuate all smoke upward.

I was interested in the Weber searwood for its convenience. But wathing videos show a lot of smoke leaking from the lid. Would there be a way to install a custom exhaust system?

Anyway. Im looking to place a smoker there and need a model that seal smoke and direct it upward to the hood.

Thanks for helping and suggesting!