Just sold my gas grill

moocow · 08-11-2009, 10:16 PM

I just sold my Charbroil stainless steel gas grill on craigslist.

I have been around here long enough I just can't bring myself to use gas any more. I want to get a Weber 22.5" one touch gold blue edition. Anything I should know or any tricks I should learn? I have never had/used one before.

Ron_L · 08-11-2009, 10:26 PM

Congrats!

Read whatever you can here and on the Virtual Weber Bullet forum. There's really two (maybe three) basic techniques. Direct (lit charcoal across the whole grill), indirect (two pile of charcoal on opposite sides) and zoned (which is really a variation on indirect and direct). With zoned you can create a hot zone (direct) and a cool zone (indirect) and move meats between them to control cooking time, searing, etc. You can even use a zoned approach with a water pan to do low and slow.

Direct is for good burgers, brats, etc. where you are grilling and need the whole grill. indirect can be used for roasts, turkeys, etc. and zoned is great for steaks where you want a very hot area to get a nice sear and a lower heat area to finish the steaks. I also use a zoned approach for chicken breasts, burgers etc. when I am cooking smaller amounts.

Hugh Jorgan · 08-12-2009, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moocow

I just sold my Charbroil stainless steel gas grill on craigslist.

I have been around here long enough I just can't bring myself to use gas any more. I want to get a Weber 22.5" one touch gold blue edition. Anything I should know or any tricks I should learn? I have never had/used one before.

Here, here my good man, your palate has improved to your benefit.
Congratulations!

You should build two or three UDSers as well, if you haven't caught that bug yet, look out.

CarbonToe · 08-12-2009, 02:55 AM

Another tip, when cooking direct don't rake your coals level, leave them higher towards the back of the kettle tapering off to no coals at the front, that way you will have a hot zone at the back, medium in the middle and "cool" at the front.

Also organizing the zones in this way means you're not reaching over hot coals to get to the food at the back.

Norcoredneck · 08-12-2009, 02:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron_L

Congrats!

Read whatever you can here and on the Virtual Weber Bullet forum. There's really two (maybe three) basic techniques. Direct (lit charcoal across the whole grill), indirect (two pile of charcoal on opposite sides) and zoned (which is really a variation on indirect and direct). .

Thought we had rules about sending folks away to another forum!

millsy · 08-12-2009, 04:49 AM

I dont think I would ever sell my gasser,it came in handy the other day to keep food warm

Norcoredneck · 08-12-2009, 05:24 AM

If i sold mine i would have to find a new storage place for my charcoal accessories.

Sizzlepig · 08-12-2009, 05:52 AM

I just ordered one of those little table top black Weber gas grills. That way if I am in a huge hurry and just want to grill a couple of hot dogs or burgers, I dont have to fire up any of my big barbeques. Cooking outdoors no matter what your using, always beats cooking inside. I keep rescuing old Weber kettles off of craigslist. I have 3 that I use and I have given a couple to friends in need. I love weber products and their customer service is amazing. Several times, I have called to order parts and they will send them free of charge. I also use the 3 zone method in the Webers. I pile the coals on one side sloping down towards the middle for general grilling. For indirect cooking/smoking, if you are doing ribs, pork butt or brisket, place a drip pan in the center with the coals piled on both sides. You can add wood chips or chunks to the coals to get your smoke.
Happy grilling!

Ron_L · 08-12-2009, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Norcoredneck

Thought we had rules about sending folks away to another forum!

From our rules...

Quote:

References within the forum to obvious forums of authority are allowed when referring to specific questions/requirements. (i.e. Virtual Weber Bullet, FoodTV, etc. ).

So there!

CarbonToe · 08-12-2009, 08:31 AM

...also get a Weber Chimney starter...

You'll thank me!!!

KC_Bobby · 08-12-2009, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moocow

I want to get a Weber 22.5" one touch gold blue edition.

I have a blue platinum ... but it's not for sale. Well, let me rephrase that - It's not for sale cheap - everything has a price.

willkat98 · 08-12-2009, 08:42 AM

Get a beer can chicken holder too

moocow · 08-12-2009, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hugh Jorgan

Here, here my good man, your palate has improved to your benefit.
Congratulations!

You should build two or three UDSers as well, if you haven't caught that bug yet, look out.

Started out small with a MUDS this spring. I love that thing, I keep it on my front porch. i am sure the neighbors love it. That's what got me headed in the way of a weber!

big brother smoke · 08-12-2009, 10:00 AM

Nice Crocs

Weber Kettles are the bomb!

Fastball · 08-12-2009, 10:11 AM

I wouldn't sell mine.....Gasser's have their uses.

08-11-2009, 10:16 PM	#1
moocow is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 07-31-08 Location: Belton, mo Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Just sold my gas grill I just sold my Charbroil stainless steel gas grill on craigslist. I have been around here long enough I just can't bring myself to use gas any more. I want to get a Weber 22.5" one touch gold blue edition. Anything I should know or any tricks I should learn? I have never had/used one before. __________________ -Shane Petzold- -MooCow BBQ team- -President of Operation BBQ Relief- -www.moocowbbq.com- -Home of the Make it Take it Drum Class- -kCBS/ CBJ- - Stoker powered stainless steel cabinet smoker-Mini & 3 Regular UDS-BLUE Weber OTG-Saffire ceramic grill-26" plow disc-Green mountain pellet -Haulmark Competition trailer-

08-11-2009, 10:26 PM	#2
Ron_L Moderator Join Date: 12-09-04 Location: Chicago 'Burbs Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Congrats! Read whatever you can here and on the Virtual Weber Bullet forum. There's really two (maybe three) basic techniques. Direct (lit charcoal across the whole grill), indirect (two pile of charcoal on opposite sides) and zoned (which is really a variation on indirect and direct). With zoned you can create a hot zone (direct) and a cool zone (indirect) and move meats between them to control cooking time, searing, etc. You can even use a zoned approach with a water pan to do low and slow. Direct is for good burgers, brats, etc. where you are grilling and need the whole grill. indirect can be used for roasts, turkeys, etc. and zoned is great for steaks where you want a very hot area to get a nice sear and a lower heat area to finish the steaks. I also use a zoned approach for chicken breasts, burgers etc. when I am cooking smaller amounts. __________________ "Ron Rico, Boss. You can call me Captain Ron..." Save The Fatty! FEC-100/BWS Party/Memphis Pro SS/PBC/LBGE X 2/SBGE/Mini BGE/Nomad Pellet-matic/Good-One Model 42/WSM X 2/Cookshack Smokette 008/Weber Performer/Saber Cast 500/Weber Gasser (RIP)/Weber Kettle X 2/Weber Smokey Joe/WGA/UDS/Coffee Roasting Gasser and a pickle Remembering a friend

08-12-2009, 02:55 AM	#4
CarbonToe is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 09-07-05 Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, UK Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Another tip, when cooking direct don't rake your coals level, leave them higher towards the back of the kettle tapering off to no coals at the front, that way you will have a hot zone at the back, medium in the middle and "cool" at the front. Also organizing the zones in this way means you're not reaching over hot coals to get to the food at the back. __________________ Surf'n'Smoke BBQ Team Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker Weber One-Touch Platinum Kettle - 57cm Weber Smokey Joe Silver GamerTag: CarbonToe Film Noir. Back when men were men and broads were dames.

08-12-2009, 04:49 AM	#6
millsy is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 03-22-09 Location: Fredericton N.B. Canada Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I dont think I would ever sell my gasser,it came in handy the other day to keep food warm __________________ MILLSY AND I AM A MEATATARIAN

08-12-2009, 05:24 AM	#7
Norcoredneck somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-11-06 Location: Norco, Ca. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	If i sold mine i would have to find a new storage place for my charcoal accessories. __________________ *Low and Slow.....* *The Prontologist is in...* *Ok let's see your Butt!*

08-12-2009, 05:52 AM	#8
Sizzlepig On the road to being a farker Join Date: 06-02-09 Location: Boizee Ideeho Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I just ordered one of those little table top black Weber gas grills. That way if I am in a huge hurry and just want to grill a couple of hot dogs or burgers, I dont have to fire up any of my big barbeques. Cooking outdoors no matter what your using, always beats cooking inside. I keep rescuing old Weber kettles off of craigslist. I have 3 that I use and I have given a couple to friends in need. I love weber products and their customer service is amazing. Several times, I have called to order parts and they will send them free of charge. I also use the 3 zone method in the Webers. I pile the coals on one side sloping down towards the middle for general grilling. For indirect cooking/smoking, if you are doing ribs, pork butt or brisket, place a drip pan in the center with the coals piled on both sides. You can add wood chips or chunks to the coals to get your smoke. Happy grilling!

08-12-2009, 08:31 AM	#10
CarbonToe is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 09-07-05 Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, UK Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	...also get a Weber Chimney starter... You'll thank me!!! __________________ Surf'n'Smoke BBQ Team Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker Weber One-Touch Platinum Kettle - 57cm Weber Smokey Joe Silver GamerTag: CarbonToe Film Noir. Back when men were men and broads were dames.

08-12-2009, 08:42 AM	#12
willkat98 somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-11-03 Location: Chicago Western Burbs, but always south of Madison Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Get a beer can chicken holder too __________________ . Bill-Chicago "Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." - Jack Reacher Bandera, M-BGE, WSM, Gold Kettle, Kenmore Gasser, 36Qt Turkey Fryer, ECB, Dutch Oven

08-12-2009, 10:00 AM	#14
big brother smoke somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-03-06 Location: Ventura, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Nice Crocs Weber Kettles are the bomb! __________________ Peace and Smoke, BBS https://www.bigpoppasmokers.com/stor...nufacturer=314 My Weapons: Custom rig - Kandi, UDS; Bubba Keg; 22.5 WSM x 2; 18.5 WSM; BWS extended party; BWS Gator and an Onyx Oven; 29' ft Coachmen Leprechaun (Lola); Avatar by Grillman. Dan Chambers get well soon, so we can tell you to "Shut up Chambers"

08-12-2009, 10:11 AM	#15
Fastball Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 01-22-08 Location: Mounds and Big Cedar, Oklahoma Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I wouldn't sell mine.....Gasser's have their uses. __________________ "Smoked Bologna is the 'Food of the Gods'" --- My Son ---------------------------------------------------- Homemade Mobile Offset Smoker Homemade Cabinet Smoker..AKA "The Contraption"...AKA "Mr. Potatohead" J&R Mfg Combo Broiler w/ Rotisserie Weber 22.5 kettle Char-Broil Gasser Old Beat-up Off-brand Kettle Grill

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