Lone Star Grillz Vertical Insulated Cabinet Smoker-For the new Owner - Page 132

TexasRT · 04-28-2017, 07:26 AM

It will be well worth the wait. Hang in there👍

cheez59 · 04-28-2017, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by offshore_SoLA

Ty thoey. Seems like it's taking forever...and ever.

It does seem like a long time but trust me when I say it is certainly worth the agony when you get the best smoker on the planet.

Smokiemon · 04-28-2017, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by cheez59

It does seem like a long time but trust me when I say it is certainly worth the agony when you get the best smoker on the planet.

+1!!

offshore_SoLA · 04-28-2017, 12:23 PM

so all bs aside - nobody has any regrets with this apparent beast? I ask because I'm curious to know if there is anything yall wish it had or something it should have that LSG could install or fabricate before mine gets started.

i ordered the competition cart with rings. Other than that I asked if they could make a cover over intake/inlet like the one over the exhaust stack (i don't typically cook with water, but hell I might i dunno).

aside from the egg I've always cooked in cinder blocks on the ground so this will be a new venture for me.

Smokiemon · 04-28-2017, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by offshore_SoLA

so all bs aside - nobody has any regrets with this apparent beast? I ask because I'm curious to know if there is anything yall wish it had or something it should have that LSG could install or fabricate before mine gets started.

i ordered the competition cart with rings. Other than that I asked if they could make a cover over intake/inlet like the one over the exhaust stack (i don't typically cook with water, but hell I might i dunno).

I've always cooked in cinder blocks on the ground so this will be a new venture for me.

I would add an extra hook just in case ya ever want to winch it on a trailer. No regrets man your gonna love it! And I just put a wine cork in my water fill hole. Somebody else had a fence cap on here I believe... I been using a guru for longer cooks so I recently added an extra ball valve for initially fire up not necessary, but I don't have to unscrew the cap every time. "Thanks Thoey for helping me figure out Guru" You were really helpful followed what you sent me and it was spot on!!

THoey1963 · 04-28-2017, 01:20 PM

Thanks for the credit Smokie, but I probably learned it from someone here like Cheez. To pass on what I shared:

Typically, when I am going to use the Guru, I will open both intakes and the exhaust wide open. I will go ahead and attach / turn on the Guru and get my desired temp set. Then I will get the flame thrower out and start the coals in the front left of my basket. Once those are started, I push the basket in and close up the door. I watch the temp and when I get about 25* from my target temperature, I completely close my second intake (the one not attached to the Guru). I also close the exhaust down to about 1/3. And finally, I close the baffle or what ever it is called on the Guru fan to 1/3. Usually when I get to temp, I reset the Guru. I have read that this helps with the Guru's algorithm.

offshore_SoLA · 04-28-2017, 02:11 PM

Thanks for the info. I'll ask for the additional hook.

Both of y all use the additional ball valve too? I use a flame boss presently.

Smokiemon · 04-28-2017, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by offshore_SoLA

Thanks for the info. I'll ask for the additional hook.

Both of y all use the additional ball valve too? I use a flame boss presently.

Just when I use the guru and only on start up to come to temp quicker. You can just take the cap off then screw it back on if you don't want the extra ball valve.

Smokiemon · 04-28-2017, 02:28 PM

I will also say that following LSG instructions for just using the 1 ball valve and no guru is spot on as well holds temp on its own like a rock. I only use the guru cause I am paranoid overnight.

offshore_SoLA · 04-28-2017, 08:11 PM

how difficult is this to push ... say out of a garage on the driveway?

Smokiemon · 04-28-2017, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by offshore_SoLA

how difficult is this to push ... say out of a garage on the driveway?

Not a problem at all. Pushing it up a trailer ramp a little tougher lol.

offshore_SoLA · 04-28-2017, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Smokiemon

Not a problem at all. Pushing it up a trailer ramp a little tougher lol.

ha i can imagine. was told its shipping weight is more than 900lbs.

Smokiemon · 04-28-2017, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by offshore_SoLA

ha i can imagine. was told its shipping weight is more than 900lbs.

It's a beast, I can tell you pictures don't do it justice lol. So happy with it!

Another great thing is the support from this thread!

Big Swole · 04-28-2017, 08:56 PM

Adam, did you order the Regular or Mini? I can't remember.

offshore_SoLA · 04-28-2017, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Smokiemon

It's a beast, I can tell you pictures don't do it justice lol. So happy with it!

Another great thing is the support from this thread!

i can't wait. Been stocking my freezers in anticipation lol.

You're right - reading through this thread I can't seem to find anything negative other than mentioning the handle on one needed adjusting.

04-28-2017, 07:26 AM	#1966
TexasRT Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 12-23-13 Location: Dickinson, TX	It will be well worth the wait. Hang in there👍 __________________ LSG Insulated Vertical Cabinet Smoker, Weber Kettle, PBC, Mak 1 Star with / Flame Zone

04-28-2017, 12:23 PM	#1969
offshore_SoLA Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-26-17 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana	so all bs aside - nobody has any regrets with this apparent beast? I ask because I'm curious to know if there is anything yall wish it had or something it should have that LSG could install or fabricate before mine gets started. i ordered the competition cart with rings. Other than that I asked if they could make a cover over intake/inlet like the one over the exhaust stack (i don't typically cook with water, but hell I might i dunno). aside from the egg I've always cooked in cinder blocks on the ground so this will be a new venture for me. __________________ Lone Star Grillz Insulated Smoker / BGE Master / Flameboss 300 Last edited by offshore_SoLA; 04-28-2017 at 12:50 PM..

04-28-2017, 01:20 PM	#1971
THoey1963 somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 01-08-14 Location: San Antonio, TX Name/Nickname : Terry	Thanks for the credit Smokie, but I probably learned it from someone here like Cheez. To pass on what I shared: Typically, when I am going to use the Guru, I will open both intakes and the exhaust wide open. I will go ahead and attach / turn on the Guru and get my desired temp set. Then I will get the flame thrower out and start the coals in the front left of my basket. Once those are started, I push the basket in and close up the door. I watch the temp and when I get about 25* from my target temperature, I completely close my second intake (the one not attached to the Guru). I also close the exhaust down to about 1/3. And finally, I close the baffle or what ever it is called on the Guru fan to 1/3. Usually when I get to temp, I reset the Guru. I have read that this helps with the Guru's algorithm. __________________ There are thousands of ways to BBQ. The right way is the one that you enjoy doing, and that produces food that you, your family, and your friends enjoy to eat. So, keep experimenting. :) Lone Star Grillz Insulated Cabinet Smoker / Weber Summit Charcoal Grilling (WSCG) Station / CyberQ / Slow N Sear with Drip N Griddle WSCG Review [URL="http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=245542"][COLOR=Blue][B]HERE[/B][/COLOR][/URL]. WSM Mods [URL="http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=201917"][COLOR=Blue][B]HERE[/B][/COLOR][/URL]. My Brisket Guide [URL="http://bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=238834"][COLOR=Blue][B]HERE[/B][/COLOR][/URL].

04-28-2017, 02:11 PM	#1972
offshore_SoLA Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-26-17 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana	Thanks for the info. I'll ask for the additional hook. Both of y all use the additional ball valve too? I use a flame boss presently. __________________ Lone Star Grillz Insulated Smoker / BGE Master / Flameboss 300

04-28-2017, 02:28 PM	#1974
Smokiemon is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-14-16 Location: Oklahoma Name/Nickname : Jeremy	I will also say that following LSG instructions for just using the 1 ball valve and no guru is spot on as well holds temp on its own like a rock. I only use the guru cause I am paranoid overnight. __________________ "For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” — William Shakespeare LSG Insulated Cabinet Webber Summit Gasser WSM 18.5 Webber Kettle 22.5 Thermapen [COLOR="red"]Red[/COLOR] BOOGAC

04-28-2017, 08:11 PM	#1975
offshore_SoLA Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-26-17 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana	how difficult is this to push ... say out of a garage on the driveway? __________________ Lone Star Grillz Insulated Smoker / BGE Master / Flameboss 300

04-28-2017, 08:56 PM	#1979
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