Must have eggcessories?

Roaming Gnome · 02-03-2008, 11:16 PM

Man there's a bunch of guys using eggs in here!

Moving to ATL next week - gonna pick up an XL as soon as money allows. Wondering what everyone recommends in regards eggcessories. Followed by where to get them

Almost as excited to get the Egg as I am to move to ATL :beer:

thillin · 02-03-2008, 11:45 PM

Plate setter and an ash tool to get started. I'm not familar with the XL. I have heard that they made some improvements over the earlier model. Not sure what the adjustments were. Alot of eggers choose a large and small over the XL. XL the grate is closer to the coals and the dome height isn't as high as the large I believe. I'm not 100% sure, but I believe that's what I've read.

Oh, and order a grate lifter from Thirdeye. It's my most used eggcessory.

Jaberwabee · 02-04-2008, 12:23 AM

Other than the snow, the crazy a55 cold weather, traffic, insane house prices, and falling bridges, why would you want to leave MN for the ATL?

Smokin Gator · 02-04-2008, 05:23 AM

Yep, the platesetter and XL ash tool are a must. There really isn't much else you can do with the XL. The dome is really shallow so it will be tough to use an extra rack.

BBQ_MAFIA · 02-04-2008, 07:42 AM

What other Eggcessory things does Thirdeye have?

Is there a post listing them?

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Originally Posted by thillin

Oh, and order a grate lifter from Thirdeye. It's my most used eggcessory.

Norcoredneck · 02-04-2008, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by BBQ_MAFIA

What other Eggcessory things does Thirdeye have?

Is there a post listing them?

tell you what, his grill lifter is truly a grate, I mean great tool. I use mine a lot.
http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogs...ging-tool.html
If you order one maybe he can make a wiggle stick for a little extra cash. Also a neat tool especially for longer cooks.

Norcoredneck · 02-04-2008, 07:55 AM

Here is Thirdeye's buddy that makes cool stuff for the Egg.
http://www.eggaccessories.com/index.htm

Roaming Gnome · 02-04-2008, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Smokin Gator

Yep, the platesetter and XL ash tool are a must. There really isn't much else you can do with the XL. The dome is really shallow so it will be tough to use an extra rack.

So would you guys recommend the L over the XL?

tony76248 · 02-04-2008, 08:55 AM

you definitely need the plate setter.

You can make your own plate setter with ceramic tile if you want to save a few bucks. You really do not need any accessories, now want is another subject. I have a large BGE. I have 13"x13" tiles to use as a plate setter, You can get some 3-1/2" long 1/4-3/8" bolts plus fender washers and raise your grill up further from the coals too.

I would say "just get the large BGE as a minimum" and once you get it, play around with it for a while and then figure out what you need. remember the plates setter allows you to cook using a pan as well as blocks some heat to allow you to do a low and slow smoke.

Smokin Gator · 02-04-2008, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Roaming Gnome

So would you guys recommend the L over the XL?

Here is a link to a thread that might help you make your decision:

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...ghlight=XL+bge

thillin · 02-04-2008, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Roaming Gnome

So would you guys recommend the L over the XL?

ou can get way more accessories for the Large. And if you ever want to transport it, the XL is a beast. Like I said, alot of eggers have a large and either small or medium. You can cook quite a bit on a large. Just do your homework. Being in Atlanta, you will likely have more access to used eggs. Look at Eggtoberfest and the prices for demo eggs. They are marked down to good prices.

thillin · 02-04-2008, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Norcoredneck

Here is Thirdeye's buddy that makes cool stuff for the Egg.
http://www.eggaccessories.com/index.htm

His handle here is TJV.

Hiloboy · 02-04-2008, 10:30 AM

get the large lots of accessories. i went with a large first was thinking of getting a small .. but after some thought. i picked up another large.its great when you want to have big parties and cook a lot of different stuff at different temp. not saying the small or med are bad but for me the 2 large work best..that part would be up to you..and when its just me and my wife the large isn't to big...

Divemaster · 02-04-2008, 12:41 PM

Please, PLEASE don't forget the 'Diddler'... I have found that it is required for a long cook where sleep may be desired...

Mitch · 02-04-2008, 01:09 PM

Unfortunately, They haven't made a lot of accessories for the XL....yet. There are many for the large, but since the XL is still fairly new, you'll have to wait for the cool stuff. Me....I say get a cast iron food grate, place setter, and a BGE pizza stone. The ash tool is fine, but I find a shop vac is faster and easier. Be sure the filter is in place...or it will be a mess.

02-03-2008, 11:16 PM	#1
Roaming Gnome Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 12-10-07 Location: Roaming through GA	Must have eggcessories? Man there's a bunch of guys using eggs in here! Moving to ATL next week - gonna pick up an XL as soon as money allows. Wondering what everyone recommends in regards eggcessories. Followed by where to get them Almost as excited to get the Egg as I am to move to ATL :beer: __________________ BBQ is not a cuisine - it's an obsession.

02-03-2008, 11:45 PM	#2
thillin somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-21-04 Location: Keller, Texas	Plate setter and an ash tool to get started. I'm not familar with the XL. I have heard that they made some improvements over the earlier model. Not sure what the adjustments were. Alot of eggers choose a large and small over the XL. XL the grate is closer to the coals and the dome height isn't as high as the large I believe. I'm not 100% sure, but I believe that's what I've read. Oh, and order a grate lifter from Thirdeye. It's my most used eggcessory. __________________ Med Spicewine-adopted 3/13/10 *CL Score* 2 Large BGEs(pimped out w/Thirdeye Eggcessories)-hatched 6/4/07 & 4/20/11 Med BGE-adopted 2/2/08 *CL Score* -SOLD Mini BGE-adopted 1/31/08 *CL Score* Traeger 075-adopted 12/3/11 CL Score Weber 1 touch *CL Score* Weber Spirit 500 *CL Score* Weber Smokey Joe Silver *CL Score* BLUE & RED Thermapens Klose 20x42-SOLD Paddlin Pigs BBQ Ty

02-04-2008, 12:23 AM	#3
Jaberwabee is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-21-06 Location: Wichita, KS	Other than the snow, the crazy a55 cold weather, traffic, insane house prices, and falling bridges, why would you want to leave MN for the ATL? __________________ Oct 2011 Update. (it changes) 2 WSM's 1 of each (18.5, 22.5) 2 UDS's Gone, (Brother in Law took them....FARKER) 1 Rib Machine Chargriller Pro Hella Mod (Retired) 2 Bubba Keg (One HOT MOTHER, One LOW N SLOW) 1 22" Performer Yoder YS-640 is the next cooking device.

02-04-2008, 05:23 AM	#4
Smokin Gator Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-01-06 Location: Fernandina Beach FL	Yep, the platesetter and XL ash tool are a must. There really isn't much else you can do with the XL. The dome is really shallow so it will be tough to use an extra rack. __________________ [SIZE="2"][FONT="Comic Sans MS"]Food! It's the second most important thing to a young man, and the most important to an old one.[/FONT][/SIZE] ______________________________________________ -Brent Smokin Gators BBQ Team Medium Amazin' Blue Spicewine - It's a Swamp Thing UDS Large BGE - Adopted Medium BGE - Adopted Weber 22 inch w/mods Weber SJP Stoker Weber Genesis Silver C Gasser Constant wood lurker FBA CBJ

02-04-2008, 07:55 AM	#7
Norcoredneck somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-11-06 Location: Norco, Ca.	Here is Thirdeye's buddy that makes cool stuff for the Egg. http://www.eggaccessories.com/index.htm __________________ *Low and Slow.....* *The Prontologist is in...* *Ok let's see your Butt!*

02-04-2008, 08:55 AM	#9
tony76248 is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 09-10-06 Location: Fort Worth, TX	you definitely need the plate setter. You can make your own plate setter with ceramic tile if you want to save a few bucks. You really do not need any accessories, now want is another subject. I have a large BGE. I have 13"x13" tiles to use as a plate setter, You can get some 3-1/2" long 1/4-3/8" bolts plus fender washers and raise your grill up further from the coals too. I would say "just get the large BGE as a minimum" and once you get it, play around with it for a while and then figure out what you need. remember the plates setter allows you to cook using a pan as well as blocks some heat to allow you to do a low and slow smoke. __________________ "Grilla in the Pits" "IMAGRILLA" There's plenty of room for all of God's creatures. Right next to the mashed potatoes. Brinkmann Model 6668 Gasser Hibachi Grill Stumps GF223 w/ Stoker assist ECB that wins the $ Weber One-Touch Gold 22-1/2" #3 Komono Large BGE w/ Stoker assist 55 gallon Drum Smoker Wood Crate Cold smoker w/ smoke injector No need for certification, I already know good BBQ!

02-04-2008, 10:30 AM	#13
Hiloboy Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 03-10-05 Location: Hilo, Hawaii	get the large lots of accessories. i went with a large first was thinking of getting a small .. but after some thought. i picked up another large.its great when you want to have big parties and cook a lot of different stuff at different temp. not saying the small or med are bad but for me the 2 large work best..that part would be up to you..and when its just me and my wife the large isn't to big... __________________ #1,WSM #2,Big Green Eggs(large) a #2 La Caja China # 2 Weber kettle gold 22.5 The best smoke for making Q... is made from grass skirts...

02-04-2008, 12:41 PM	#14
Divemaster somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 09-23-07 Location: North Side of Chicago Illinois	Please, PLEASE don't forget the 'Diddler'... I have found that it is required for a long cook where sleep may be desired... __________________ Jeff CBJ# 23376 Stockcar BBQ Race Fast, Cook Slow, and Enjoy Life! If it don't come off a smoker, it's just a side dish! Lang 60 Patio (The Mistress), Black Stainless Lang 36 (Little Princess), Large BGE (Ramona), Big Green UDS (Cottage Cooker), Brinkman SnP Pro (Little Bubba-Retired), 8 Burner Gasser, 3 - 22.5" & 1 - 18" (circa 1975) Weber Grills, & a Weber Smoky Joe.

02-04-2008, 01:09 PM	#15
Mitch is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 10-22-07 Location: Lincoln NE	Unfortunately, They haven't made a lot of accessories for the XL....yet. There are many for the large, but since the XL is still fairly new, you'll have to wait for the cool stuff. Me....I say get a cast iron food grate, place setter, and a BGE pizza stone. The ash tool is fine, but I find a shop vac is faster and easier. Be sure the filter is in place...or it will be a mess. __________________ Gator Pit Entertainer Stumps GF223 Lg. BGE

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