For those keeping up with my postings on this cooker, the Goldens did quite well today for a family outing. Unfortunately, no pics as I had it and the Bubba Keg going for boneless chicken breasts, burgers and dogs. Both grills were keeping me too busy for the camera.
The one new thing I wanted to point out was I used the second tier of grates (one half only) today for the boneless chicken breasts. It worked out well, but was a tad difficult getting under the upper grate to pull out the chicken to flip it. I suppose if I were doing something like ribs that don't need to be turned as often or where the food on the upper grate could be taken off and the grate removed to get at what's on the lower grate, then using them would be easier. They're still useful, don't get me wrong and toasting buns on them turned out fantastic. They definitely have their place and I'm glad to have purchased the second set. The next time I use them I'll remember to take some pics.
I've yet to use the firebox divider or the searing plate. Their time will come. The inside of this cooker has turned a beautiful black and looks wonderful. It holds temps quite well and temp control is not much different than Bubba, meaning it's very straightforward. I'm easily getting accustomed to where to set the top and lower vents to reach the temps I want.
So far, a thumbs up from me.
-lunchman