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cashfoley
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Hi everyone! New member! I currently have a Pitts 'N Spitts U1830. I bought it back in 1999 and it's still in great shape. (It's also on Craig's List.) It's a great hardwood offset smoker but I've decided to become a Pellet Pooper! These forums have helped me a lot in digging through my initial evaluation of GBE, Traeger and Country Cooker. I'm not really wanting to stir up that debate and I realize they are all good choices for various reasons. As I stated - I've settled on the Country Smoker.
My dilemma is between the Tailgater and something larger - probably the 570. All things being equal (without worrying about the price difference), I figure I'd much rather be able to 4 briskets for a big occasion. Just say'n!
However, my REALLY big hobby is pulling an RV. I've never been satisfied with my portable grills and the Tailgater seems like a dream come true for that purpose.
So here's my questions:
How much can I really put in a Tailgater and get good quality? It claims a 25 lb turkey. It doesn't say so but that would seem to be big enough for a nice size brisket or 3 racks of BB ribs on a rib rack.
Are hot spots a problem in the smallish Tailgater chamber?
If I go with a 570 or 480, how tough will it be to put in the back of my pickup. I've got a Ford F450 with a 5th wheel hitch. Lifting one of these up and between the hitch and the bed doesn't seem like a 1 man job. However, if there is a way to get the legs on and off easy enough, I might be able put it between the hitch and the tailgate. I figure some of you comp guys have experience in moving these things and might have some advise.
Thanks in advance and thanks for all the good posts in the past that have helped me get to this point!
My dilemma is between the Tailgater and something larger - probably the 570. All things being equal (without worrying about the price difference), I figure I'd much rather be able to 4 briskets for a big occasion. Just say'n!
However, my REALLY big hobby is pulling an RV. I've never been satisfied with my portable grills and the Tailgater seems like a dream come true for that purpose.
So here's my questions:
How much can I really put in a Tailgater and get good quality? It claims a 25 lb turkey. It doesn't say so but that would seem to be big enough for a nice size brisket or 3 racks of BB ribs on a rib rack.
Are hot spots a problem in the smallish Tailgater chamber?
If I go with a 570 or 480, how tough will it be to put in the back of my pickup. I've got a Ford F450 with a 5th wheel hitch. Lifting one of these up and between the hitch and the bed doesn't seem like a 1 man job. However, if there is a way to get the legs on and off easy enough, I might be able put it between the hitch and the tailgate. I figure some of you comp guys have experience in moving these things and might have some advise.
Thanks in advance and thanks for all the good posts in the past that have helped me get to this point!