Yoder YS480 - Any thoughts / Experience??

[Big Swole]

Found a used YS480 pellet smoker.
I was wondering if anyone has any thoughts on it or experience with it.
Thinking of getting one to add to the collection but if it doesn't smoke well (I like heavier smoke profile) but know pellets don't do as well as true wood burners.
Just thinking of having it as a spare and something to use every now and again.


New they're $1250+ shipping. What would be a "Smokin" deal on a used one that's not that old (year or so). looks clean and in good shape.

Thoughts?

[Glenn W]

If a good deal I would definitely get it. Yoder pellet smokers put out more smoke flavor than most because of their large burn pot. They are very equivalent to a clean burning smoke flavor from a stick burner. Always a consistent nice thin blue smoke below 350 degrees.

[Big Swole]

If a good deal I would definitely get it. Yoder pellet smokers put out more smoke flavor than most because of their large burn pot. They are very equivalent to a clean burning smoke flavor from a stick burner. Always a consistent nice thin blue smoke below 350 degrees.

This one has a few options so I'd say it was $1350-1500 new.

If I could get for $800-900, would y'all say grab it???

[KevinJ]

Grab it if you don't like it you could probably sell it for what you paid for it. I wish I could find a deal like that, I'm looking for a decent PG.

[Big Swole]

Grab it if you don't like it you could probably sell it for what you paid for it. I wish I could find a deal like that, I'm looking for a decent PG.

I just made an offer...If he takes it, I'll hopefully pick it up tmrw. or soon. Thanks!!

If I get it and not like it or whatever, I'll give you dibs at what I paid.

[chrischandler71]

Good luck!! You will love the Yoder!

[Bratylten]

I don't think you will be disappointed. Good luck with the offer.

[bosco0633]

can't wait to hear your thoughts. I will likely be grabbing the ys640 or ys1500 in the Spring. I have a trip to Europe to pay for first then I will likely grab it.

[usecd]

On the Yoder site, it says they start at $3,645. Is that about what I'm looking at? Are there any upgrades/add-ons I should consider?

[KevinJ]

For the heck of it I did a search and found one locally, I was shocked you hardly ever see any kind of decent smoker listed. Guy says it's 2 years old wants $850 and it's very clean looks pretty rough to me. :shocked:
I'm sure it's just surface rust and looks like paint pealing but dang when I purchase something I take care of it.

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[Big Swole]

If he had kept it sprayed down with Pam or some form of oil it would not have done that I don't believe. It may look a little rough but if it still cooks well and you could negotiate on the price it might be a decent deal.

I'm still waiting to hear on the one I made an offer on. It looks a little newer than that one.

[Big Swole]

On the Yoder site, it says they start at $3,645. Is that about what I'm looking at? Are there any upgrades/add-ons I should consider?

There are three versions. There is the 480, the 640, and the 1500. And the 480 starts at about $1250. The 640 starts at somewhere in the 2000s I believe maybe a little less. The 1500 is the big boy and starts at over 3000 I believe.

[KevinJ]

I'll probably go check it out sometime next week.

The 640 starts at $1449 but that's without a comp cart and start at $2045 with cart.

[Big Swole]

I'll probably go check it out sometime next week.

The 640 starts at $1449 but that's without a comp cart and start at $2045 with cart.

That's right. I forgot about the comp court being less money.

[IXL]

Swole, based on many of your comments made both on this forum, and on Yellow Bullet, I don't think you will be able to detect ANY smoke flavor from a pellet cooker. But I do think you will enjoy the cooker you now have on order, especially when you load it up with an extra 30lbs of hickory bark... for a little "light smoke flavor!" :)

[Big Swole]

Swole, based on many of your comments made both on this forum, and on Yellow Bullet, I don't think you will be able to detect ANY smoke flavor from a pellet cooker. But I do think you will enjoy the cooker you now have on order, especially when you load it up with an extra 30lbs of hickory bark... for a little "light smoke flavor!" :)

Lol

If i get this, it'll just be an addition to the collection. Something to use when I want to try a different taste profile.

[bbqwizard]

Grab it if you don't like it you could probably sell it for what you paid for it.

I agree.

[ssv3]

I just made an offer...If he takes it, I'll hopefully pick it up tmrw. or soon. Thanks!!

If I get it and not like it or whatever, I'll give you dibs at what I paid.

You're on a roll my brother. :thumb: As I've said before, I like the way you roll.

[Big Swole]

You're on a roll my brother. :thumb: As I've said before, I like the way you roll.

I think I have a problem!! Lol

I want one of every type LOL

[Pstores]

I would say maybe 600.... But, yoder in my humble opinion and tons or research are probably the best or about the best pellet machine there is. I had a treager and loved it. Rebuilt twice in 12 years of hard use. My friend has a Yoder..... Never touched it in 10 years of moderate use. Flavor is great.

[Big Swole]

I would say maybe 600.... But, yoder in my humble opinion and tons or research are probably the best or about the best pellet machine there is. I had a treager and loved it. Rebuilt twice in 12 years of hard use. My friend has a Yoder..... Never touched it in 10 years of moderate use. Flavor is great.

We made a deal on it and I'm supposed to pick it up later today but it's not as good as that price. It was manufactured in November 2012 so I think it's a newer model. I wonder if there were any upgrades from 2012 till now.

I think I will actually enjoy it for chicken and maybe ribs and use other smokers for brisket and pork butts that require more smoke.

If I don't enjoy it I might just gift to my brother-in-law because he would really enjoy having something like this.

[Big Swole]

Just picked it up :)
It is in great shape.
The only thing that is wrong is one of the welds on the hopper top hinge broke away from the hopper. Just looks like it pulled right through the metal that the hopper is made from. The old owner said that it was due to one of the hinges kind of seizing up and when he continue to rotate it it popped away from the hopper.

He even gave me a used Maverick that he says still works just perfectly because he bought a different unit with a guru. Also got a 40 pound bag of lumberjack pellets brand-new as well. :)

Score!!!!

He was a great guy also..Retired law enforcement. (Back the Blue)


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[Pstores]

Just picked it up :)
It is in great shape.
The only thing that is wrong is one of the welds on the hopper top hinge broke away from the hopper. Just looks like it pulled right through the metal that the hopper is made from. The old owner said that it was due to one of the hinges kind of seizing up and when he continue to rotate it it popped away from the hopper.

He even gave me a used Maverick that he says still works just perfectly because he bought a different unit with a guru. Also got a 20 pound bag of lumberjack pellets brand-new as well. :)

Score!!!!



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Very nice...... You fgot a good deal. You'll love it. Take to a welding shop or bolt it together........ Looks to be in better shape than the picture..... I'd buy a used yoder before a new treager. I wouldn't care about any updates....

[cheez59]

Dang David that Yoder looks new. The seller definitely took good care of it. I take care of my stuff too but I doubt one I had would look that good after 4 years.

Be careful unloading that thing.

:peep:

[KevinJ]

That's a well maintained Grill, congrats, that is a farkin score. :thumb:

I'm going to try and go look at the rust bucket I posted earlier on Thursday. Looks like the surf might be up this week with TD 9 pushing into the Gulf so it may have to wait.

[Big Swole]

That's a well maintained Grill, congrats, that is a farkin score. :thumb:

I'm going to try and go look at the rust bucket I posted earlier on Thursday. Looks like the surf might be up this week with TD 9 pushing into the Gulf so it may have to wait.

Good luck on that deal...Offer him less for sure. The paint can be touched up and make it look newish. Keep us posted

[KevinJ]

Good luck on that deal...Offer him less for sure. The paint can be touched up and make it look newish. Keep us postedI've been communicating with a Brethren who has owned several Yoders and he told me to walk away. Oh well I've a wedding to go to in Oct and I'll be close to a BBQ Store that sells Backwoods and 270 Smokers I plan on coming home with an Insulated Cabinet, still want a Pellet Grill but I'll get one later unless something falls into my lap.

Looking forward to your impressions on the YS480 looks like it was really taken care of.

Congrats again.

[Big Swole]

I've been communicating with a Brethren who has owned several Yoders and he told me to walk away. Oh well I've got a wedding to got in Oct and I'll be close to a BBQ Store that sells Backwoods and 270 Smokers I plan on coming home with an Insulated Cabinet, still want a Pellet Grill but I'll get one later unless something falls into my lap.

Looking forward to your impressions on the YS480 looks like it was really taken care of.

Congrats again.

Thank you!! But now you have me interested in why he said that...About Yoder in general with pellets or just that one in general due to condition.

[KORND4WG X]

Wow it looks brand new. Congrats! :clap2:

[KevinJ]

Thank you!! But now you have me interested in why he said that...About Yoder in general with pellets or just that one in general due to condition.Just the condition of the grill and not so much the cosmetic rust but it being left out in the weather due to the electronics, looking at your grill I'd say you did quite well.

[Big Swole]

Just the condition of the grill and not so much the cosmetic rust but it being left out in the weather due to the electronics, looking at your grill I'd say you did quite well.

Oh okay...Yes, I think I did very well...Especially the Maverick and 40 lbs. of pellets he threw in.

[dgf2002]

Congrats on the new addition. Not paying shipping sure helps as well as the lower price for buying not new. I just bought one new a few months ago and am very happy with it. It does eat a lot of pellets!

A few observations from my experience so far: A real tank that puts out great food. You get steady thin blue smoke for low and slow smokes for sure. At higher temps, not so much, but still get some smoke flavor (can always supplement with A-Mazn pellet smoker).

The temps reported by Maverick and the custom controller typically vary a good bit esp. during mini-heat up / down cycles, but on average temps are consistent within 10 degrees once initial heat levels are established. Took getting used to. Really need to open lid at a bare minimum. Causes mini heat up / down cycles, though not sure if it matters much.

If you want to do high direct heat / good searing: The new two piece heat diffuser plate for direct heat / flames for high direct heat / searing works really well (has a 12 x 12 cut-out you can pull out vs removing entire diffuser plate).
Searing plates are defn. a good addition as well. Learning subtleties for reverse searing takes practice, but really pays off.

Oh, and get a side port to run Maverick wires through. Real convenient and makes for tighter lid fit.

Happy cooking!

[Big Swole]

Congrats on the new addition. Not paying shipping sure helps as well as the lower price for buying not new. I just bought one new a few months ago and am very happy with it. It does eat a lot of pellets!

A few observations from my experience so far: A real tank that puts out great food. You get steady thin blue smoke for low and slow smokes for sure. At higher temps, not so much, but still get some smoke flavor (can always supplement with A-Mazn pellet smoker).

The temps reported by Maverick and the custom controller typically vary a good bit esp. during mini-heat up / down cycles, but on average temps are consistent within 10 degrees once initial heat levels are established. Took getting used to. Really need to open lid at a bare minimum. Causes mini heat up / down cycles, though not sure if it matters much.

If you want to do high direct heat / good searing: The new two piece heat diffuser plate for direct heat / flames for high direct heat / searing works really well (has a 12 x 12 cut-out you can pull out vs removing entire diffuser plate).
Searing plates are defn. a good addition as well. Learning subtleties for reverse searing takes practice, but really pays off.

Oh, and get a side port to run Maverick wires through. Real convenient and makes for tighter lid fit.

Happy cooking!

Thank you Sir!! Yes, I think I got a "smokin" deal for sure. 2013 model w/ searing grates, a free Maverick, and a 40 lb. bag of lumberjack "blend" pellets for only $825!!! :becky:

Yes, next time I'll have more time and will start on lower temps for more smoke taste and then finish hotter.

Yes, when I was doing research and almost bought a new YS640, I saw the new heat shield with the door for searing. I may order one someday. I need to order their cover first though.

I do need to mod it for probe ports. What the best way to do that?

And yes, opening the door to sprits or just look / check on things does cause drastic heat changes.

Thanks for the reply.

[Big Swole]

Well due to having to rush them tonight - had a guest coming over. She enjoyed them :), they turned out fairly decent but not perfect. I had a bit too much salt in my rub. Never had a chance to wrap to get them really tender. But they still tasted good.

First cook on my Yoder YS480 was a success, I'd say. I have a lot to learn about it and how it cooks though.


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[bbqwizard]

Yeah buddy! Good to see is smoking..er, well at least seeing it the food coming from it. Nice choice of beer:thumb: can't get it out here:mmph:

[Big Swole]

Yeah buddy! Good to see is smoking..er, well at least seeing it the food coming from it. Nice choice of beer:thumb: can't get it out here:mmph:

:becky:

Yeah, I decided on a whim today to run by the store and come try this thing out. Next time I'll make sure I have more time and do it better.

Yes, I love this beer but I usually don't buy the "Light". I bought it by mistake, but It's pretty good too!! Goes down EASY :)

More to come... I bought some chicken and a butt to do later this week.

Now I just need to find someone local to buy some more pellets with my wood preference...These were just a "blend", but I don't know what mix it is. I need something with a heavier smoke profile (Hickory, Oak, Mesquite).

[cheez59]

Mighty good looking ribs there brother. You are on the way to making killer BBQ with the pellet pooper.

[Big Swole]

Mighty good looking ribs there brother. You are on the way to making killer BBQ with the pellet pooper.

I hope I can learn to do good pork butts and brisket on it and be fairly satisfied.

Either way I have my offset and my egg for now that I can use as well.

Hope I can still manage to keep the cabinet on order but as I explained last night in my text, 10 weeks of lost income hurt pretty bad .

[Smokey Lonesome]

I do need to mod it for probe ports. What the best way to do that?


http://http://www.atbbq.com/yoder-smokers-probe-port-for-ys1500-and-wood-pits.html (http://www.atbbq.com/yoder-smokers-probe-port-for-ys1500-and-wood-pits.html)

[Big Swole]

http://http://www.atbbq.com/yoder-smokers-probe-port-for-ys1500-and-wood-pits.html (http://www.atbbq.com/yoder-smokers-probe-port-for-ys1500-and-wood-pits.html)

That's looks easy enough. Thank u

[Groundhog66]

For the heck of it I did a search and found one locally, I was shocked you hardly ever see any kind of decent smoker listed. Guy says it's 2 years old wants $850 and it's very clean looks pretty rough to me. :shocked:
I'm sure it's just surface rust and looks like paint pealing but dang when I purchase something I take care of it.

https://images.craigslist.org/01414_WSqUjIoo6S_1200x900.jpg

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Jezus, that looks terrible...makes me question the durability.

[Big Swole]

http://http://www.atbbq.com/yoder-smokers-probe-port-for-ys1500-and-wood-pits.html (http://www.atbbq.com/yoder-smokers-probe-port-for-ys1500-and-wood-pits.html)

Quick question....Can I fit two probes / probe wires though one port or do I need to order 2??

[chrischandler71]

I can fit 4 probes through one port. I have not tried more than that, but maybe could handle more. I think 4 is probably about max though!

[chrischandler71]

Here are some ribs that I finished 2nd in backyard KCBS event 2 weeks ago, we finished 2nd in chicken and 1st overall. I cooked these on my ys640.. This thing can flat turn out some good food.
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[Big Swole]

Thank you on the probe port info...I'll only need one then


WOW those look great!!!!!!!!!!! Dang!!!

Congrats....



I'm doing some chicken breast right now.... Started out on 165 for about 30-40 mins. to get some smoke on them...Upped to 225 a bit ago.. We'll see if they turn out good.

About to place an order with ATBBQ and get some different pellets (Mesquite, Oak, and Hickory) and some rubs....Ordering my cover , probe port, and a smoke tube to try as well.

[jdolor]

Jezus, that looks terrible...makes me question the durability.

I've had my 640 for almost 4 years and it doesn't look anything like that. That smoker was left out in the weather without a cover. The owner clearly didn't care about it.

[Turkey]

I've had my 640 for almost 4 years and it doesn't look anything like that. That smoker was left out in the weather without a cover. The owner clearly didn't care about it.

This, plus I would guess that the cooker is still structurally sound and it would look like new after a quick sand and repaint.

Yoders are made of such thick steel that it would take a minor miracle to rust through.

[jdolor]

For the heck of it I did a search and found one locally, I was shocked you hardly ever see any kind of decent smoker listed. Guy says it's 2 years old wants $850 and it's very clean looks pretty rough to me. :shocked:
I'm sure it's just surface rust and looks like paint pealing but dang when I purchase something I take care of it.

https://images.craigslist.org/01414_WSqUjIoo6S_1200x900.jpg

https://images.craigslist.org/00L0L_coekef244uj_1200x900.jpg

It also looks like it's missing the deflector plate. You shouldn't see fire.

[chrischandler71]

That fire seems to be outside of firebox.

[Pstores]

Ribs looked tasty.....
When I had my Treager I tried most every pellet out there. I liked a mix for pork. Hickory, Apple, and Cherry or maple if out of cherry. Equal parts of each. Briskets, I used Oak and Apple mix. Chix, cherry with a tad hickory. And Fish was a straight maple. In my mixes I would mix the pellets up pretty well before pouring in the hopper. And then mix them alittle more before firing the grill.....

[IXL]

All those ashes and debris in the bottom make it appear as if someone used this cooker as a plain old charcoal grill.

[Big Swole]

Well I did some Chicken... Two different rubs. Still have a good bit to learn about this thing. Seems it's hotter toward the stack and got less smoke there too. The ones in the middle had better smoke and finished later too.

I started out at 170 for 30-40 mins to get some smoke on them. Then went up to 225 ish. It over shot a few times when I opened it to sprits.


Decent meal though... I ate 3 breast and almost all the stove top stuffing...LOL


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[Groundhog66]

Chicken breast and Stove Top stuffing, you need to step up your game son! :)

[cpw]

Thank you on the probe port info...I'll only need one then


WOW those look great!!!!!!!!!!! Dang!!!

Congrats....



I'm doing some chicken breast right now.... Started out on 165 for about 30-40 mins. to get some smoke on them...Upped to 225 a bit ago.. We'll see if they turn out good.

About to place an order with ATBBQ and get some different pellets (Mesquite, Oak, and Hickory) and some rubs....Ordering my cover , probe port, and a smoke tube to try as well.

If you haven't ordered the probe port yet, I'm pretty sure these are the exact same thing: Amazon.com: Stainless Steel PG16 Waterproof Connector Glands for 11-15mm Cables: Home Improvement

I just bought a used 640 as well, and I need to do the same upgrade.

[Big Swole]

Chicken breast and Stove Top stuffing, you need to step up your game son! :)

Lololol

I only had a little bit of time. Had to be at work extra early the next morning.

[Big Swole]

If you haven't ordered the probe port yet, I'm pretty sure these are the exact same thing: Amazon.com: Stainless Steel PG16 Waterproof Connector Glands for 11-15mm Cables: Home Improvement (https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Waterproof-Connector-Glands-11-15mm/dp/B00843ULCM/ref=pd_sim_469_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=41ka2qLzBRL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=6Y9KMEX98XZPYDSYS49J)

I just bought a used 640 as well, and I need to do the same upgrade.

Thank you!! I have not ordered yet.

If you don't mind posting, what kind of a deal did you get on yours?

[chrischandler71]

I paid 29.95 from all things bbq

[cpw]

Thank you!! I have not ordered yet.

If you don't mind posting, what kind of a deal did you get on yours?

On the 640? I bought a 2013 model on a comp cart for $1300. It needs some touchups on the paint because of some rust.

[IXL]

Swole, on our YS640 we have to move the "adjustable damper," located underneath the deflector plate, a little past half-way towards the fire pot (scooting it to the left half of the cooker) in order to get the two sides of the cooking chamber balanced for temperature.

On the YS480 you could probably accomplish the same thing with a couple of fire bricks.

[Big Swole]

Swole, on our YS640 we have to move the "adjustable damper," located underneath the deflector plate, a little past half-way towards the fire pot (scooting it to the left half of the cooker) in order to get the two sides of the cooking chamber balanced for temperature.

On the YS480 you could probably accomplish the same thing with a couple of fire bricks.



I will try to find some and test that... Thx

[sbramm]

i love my yoder 480.

i stumbled on a great deal for a used on a comp cart at $800 along with a box of spare parts including a new panel/touch pad. it's needs a little paint TLC cosmetically but makes outstanding food.

[Big Swole]

i love my yoder 480.

i stumbled on a great deal for a used on a comp cart at $800 along with a box of spare parts including a new panel/touch pad. it's needs a little paint TLC cosmetically but makes outstanding food.

Please share some of your secrets with me on the 480.
Where on the cooking surface do you usually put your food for the best smoke flavor?
What type and brand of pellets have you found gives the best flavor and spoke penetration?
Do you find that cooking on the lower grate or the higher grate works better for smoke penetration and even heat?

I'm looking for any guidance you can share with me please. Thank you.

[Big Swole]

Due to my injury (mainly lost income) and deciding to keep my order for my LSG IVC, I've decided I need to sell the Yoder YS 480. I just need to free up that money for the LSG.

I've only cooked on it 3 times and it works perfect. Has direct grilling grates and everything pictured in this thread.

Also comes with almost 70 lbs of pellets.


$875.00