How Do You Store Your Cast Iron?

Igotgas · 02-02-2013, 01:40 AM

Okay so the big question is.......How do you store your cast iron long term? So Mrs Igotgas and I recently bought one of these

to put these in

and I want to store these in the hauler

What is the best way to store cast iron long term. I plan on leaving the Dutch Ovens in the toy hauler permanently. I have others that I use at home, so what is the best way to store these in my hauler to insure that they are ready to go when I am?

Pappy · 02-02-2013, 01:51 AM

Clean & dry, with a light coating of cooking oil.

Igotgas · 02-02-2013, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Pappy

Clean & dry, with a light coating of cooking oil.

Thanks Pappy. Lids on or off? Does it matter that it is outside in the "weather"

Garrett · 02-02-2013, 07:24 AM

I keep mine in the toy hauler coated with oil and I take 2 paper towels and fold them length wise and have them sticking out under the lids. My idea is that any moisture that gets in it the paper towel will help wick it out.

Smoking Westy · 02-02-2013, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Garrett

I keep mine in the toy hauler coated with oil and I take 2 paper towels and fold them length wise and have them sticking out under the lids. My idea is that any moisture that gets in it the paper towel will help wick it out.

+1 to the paper towel idea, I do that as well.

TulareJohn · 02-02-2013, 01:24 PM

I have 4 DO's and all are wiped with Pam before storing, then add paper towel to wick out under lid, then all are stored in their own storage sacks I got at Sportsman's Warehouse or Cabela's.. Keeps out critters and dirt...

Igotgas · 02-02-2013, 02:41 PM

Thanks for all the replies. Do you all fold the paper towels so they are thick? Or do you just set it in there?

Thanks for the tip about the bags Tulare.

fr8erfxr · 02-03-2013, 12:14 AM

I use Dutch oven storage bags from chuckwagonsupply.com. I store them in my camper and have had no problems with them. Here is the link; http://www.chuckwagonsupply.com/catpage5.html#bag

cheez · 02-03-2013, 01:12 AM

Our scout troop has numerous cast iron Dutch ovens and skillets. They are used no more than one weekend per month. When not in use, they are stored in one of our trailers, in a detached, unheated garage. The cast iron is clean, dry and lightly oiled, nothing else. They are always ready to use, and that is to be used over an open fire, by boys ages 11 to 18. If that stands up to use by said youngsters, then I suspect such care will be more than enough for a Brethren member. As for personal experience, my favorite Dutch oven lives in the garage when not in use, and does not suffer from corrosion or other issues. I do think that it helps that I deep-fry in it a few times per year. I think that some of the best (if not so practical) seasoning.

Garrett · 02-03-2013, 05:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Igotgas

Thanks for all the replies. Do you all fold the paper towels so they are thick? Or do you just set it in there?

Thanks for the tip about the bags Tulare.

I just fold the 2 paper towels still attached to each one time in half length wise. I have a 12" DO and it sticks out under lid a few inches on each side. I only do that to one I leave in the camper.

The Pigman · 02-04-2013, 08:52 AM

I use the paper towels to hold open lid and to keep moisture out of but I also take a grocery bag the paper type not the plastic that I keep the dutch oven in to stay clean.....

popeye · 02-05-2013, 09:23 AM

For what it is worth i also use paper towels if there is any moisture the towels wiil take care of it .. I oil before and after . It works for me

basuraman · 02-05-2013, 10:49 AM

I do the same with the pans I keep in the house.

cowgirl · 02-05-2013, 11:00 AM

Great lookin' toys Chad!

basuraman · 02-05-2013, 11:03 AM

Do you have room for grills/smokers in the Hauler with all those toys?

02-02-2013, 01:40 AM	#1
Igotgas is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 12-14-10 Location: Orangevale California	How Do You Store Your Cast Iron? Okay so the big question is.......How do you store your cast iron long term? So Mrs Igotgas and I recently bought one of these to put these in and I want to store these in the hauler What is the best way to store cast iron long term. I plan on leaving the Dutch Ovens in the toy hauler permanently. I have others that I use at home, so what is the best way to store these in my hauler to insure that they are ready to go when I am? __________________ [CENTER]Chad [/CENTER] [CENTER]Gator Pit (Holy Smokees)[/CENTER] [CENTER]Custom built Propane Offset Smoker[/CENTER] [CENTER]Rescued Red MasterTouch - 1998[/CENTER] [CENTER]Smoky Joe - 1984 (My Little Girls)[/CENTER] [CENTER]Ranch Kettle X2- 2008 With Brother Marty Leach's Handles and 1991 CL find.[/CENTER] [CENTER]SS Weber Performer X 2 [/CENTER]

02-02-2013, 01:51 AM	#2
Pappy is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 05-09-11 Location: Granite City, Illinois (Near St. Louis "GO CARDS")	Clean & dry, with a light coating of cooking oil. __________________ 22.5 WSM, 120 Gallon Offset, Weber Performer, IQ-110, ET-732

02-02-2013, 07:24 AM	#4
Garrett Babbling Farker Join Date: 10-03-12 Location: Gastonia North Carolina	I keep mine in the toy hauler coated with oil and I take 2 paper towels and fold them length wise and have them sticking out under the lids. My idea is that any moisture that gets in it the paper towel will help wick it out. __________________ My arsenal, Stumps Clone, Two Modified offsets, open pit with grate and rotisserie,UDS, Weber One Touch Silver 18.5" kettle, Chargriller Pellet Grill, 36" Blackstone Griddle

02-02-2013, 01:24 PM	#6
TulareJohn Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 12-02-12 Location: Visalia CA	I have 4 DO's and all are wiped with Pam before storing, then add paper towel to wick out under lid, then all are stored in their own storage sacks I got at Sportsman's Warehouse or Cabela's.. Keeps out critters and dirt... __________________ TulareJohn

02-02-2013, 02:41 PM	#7
Igotgas is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 12-14-10 Location: Orangevale California	Thanks for all the replies. Do you all fold the paper towels so they are thick? Or do you just set it in there? Thanks for the tip about the bags Tulare. __________________ [CENTER]Chad [/CENTER] [CENTER]Gator Pit (Holy Smokees)[/CENTER] [CENTER]Custom built Propane Offset Smoker[/CENTER] [CENTER]Rescued Red MasterTouch - 1998[/CENTER] [CENTER]Smoky Joe - 1984 (My Little Girls)[/CENTER] [CENTER]Ranch Kettle X2- 2008 With Brother Marty Leach's Handles and 1991 CL find.[/CENTER] [CENTER]SS Weber Performer X 2 [/CENTER]

02-03-2013, 12:14 AM	#8
fr8erfxr Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 12-29-10 Location: Lake Cormorant, MS	I use Dutch oven storage bags from chuckwagonsupply.com. I store them in my camper and have had no problems with them. Here is the link; http://www.chuckwagonsupply.com/catpage5.html#bag __________________ UDS w/Pitmaster iQUE 110, mUDS, Weber Performer, Grillmaster gasser, Red Thermapen, Modded Maverick ET-73 & ET 732.

02-03-2013, 01:12 AM	#9
cheez Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 08-11-03 Location: Canton Ohio	Our scout troop has numerous cast iron Dutch ovens and skillets. They are used no more than one weekend per month. When not in use, they are stored in one of our trailers, in a detached, unheated garage. The cast iron is clean, dry and lightly oiled, nothing else. They are always ready to use, and that is to be used over an open fire, by boys ages 11 to 18. If that stands up to use by said youngsters, then I suspect such care will be more than enough for a Brethren member. As for personal experience, my favorite Dutch oven lives in the garage when not in use, and does not suffer from corrosion or other issues. I do think that it helps that I deep-fry in it a few times per year. I think that some of the best (if not so practical) seasoning. __________________ Cheez Canton, OH New Braunfels Bandera, 22.5" WSM, Weber Ranch Kettle, 5 or 6 other Weber Kettles, Party King tailgate grill, and a modded "pizza grill" that is falling apart. Self-proclaimed President of the Canton, OH chapter, Weber Rescue Society.

02-04-2013, 08:52 AM	#11
The Pigman is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 04-10-07 Location: Cincinnati Ohio	I use the paper towels to hold open lid and to keep moisture out of but I also take a grocery bag the paper type not the plastic that I keep the dutch oven in to stay clean..... __________________ Smokin Blues BBQ The Pigman (Roger) Pitmaster KCBS CBJ #30390 Lead for State of Ohio & Indiana for Operation BBQ Relief Operation BBQ Relief Founding Member Lang 84 Custom Longneck with warmer Mobil Food Lic. With State of Ohio

02-05-2013, 09:23 AM	#12
popeye is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-08-13 Location: michigan	For what it is worth i also use paper towels if there is any moisture the towels wiil take care of it .. I oil before and after . It works for me

02-05-2013, 10:49 AM	#13
basuraman Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-06-11 Location: Sacramento, CA	I do the same with the pans I keep in the house. __________________ WSM 18, Weber Performer, Smokey Joe, 18 Kettle, Genesis EP-330 (I might have an issue.)

02-05-2013, 11:00 AM	#14
cowgirl somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-18-07 Location: Oklahoma Name/Nickname : jeanie	Great lookin' toys Chad! __________________ jeanie Lifetime member of the Society for the Preservation of Authentic Royal Magical Rare Kaskaskian Peppers (Thanks Ash :)) RIP Ash, you are missed http://cowgirlscountry.blogspot.com/

02-05-2013, 11:03 AM	#15
basuraman Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-06-11 Location: Sacramento, CA	Do you have room for grills/smokers in the Hauler with all those toys? __________________ WSM 18, Weber Performer, Smokey Joe, 18 Kettle, Genesis EP-330 (I might have an issue.)