DIY vortex

[Jack Fate]

Ask my metalfab/welder friend (also a grillfella)if he could make a clone. He said it actually is a bit more complicated than it appears . And how much do they go for. He said to buy one and let him know if it's worth it.

Saw this SS dog dish in my shop & got to thinking.
Well one was a bit small for my 22 and another was a bit big .Then there it was a SS mixing bowl (goodwill) Metabo off bottom & rim ( 6"cutting/grinding tool) .  Need to cut it a bit shorter because the wok nearly plugged the top shut.

I think a can make it work
Thought I'd share

[WNC]

Good idea, let us know how it works,

[pbe gummi bear]

Nice build. I saw my first vortex last week and was impressed by it's quality. It may look simple but it's worth the money due to the welding, precision cuts, and premium material.

[toolhead]

Nice job...looks like a vortex to me...im gonna have to break out the air cutting tool and rip a ss bowl soon..thanks for the tip

[Troy]

nice job

i have a few vortexes here for a giveaway.
i was also impressed with their build quality. Thick material, edges are smoothed to remove sharpness, welds are nice.

I have yet to truly identify if there's any real advantage, but that will happen this week.

[OoPEZoO]

All I can look at is that HUGE tub of coffee creamer....LOL

[mwmac]

nice job

i have a few vortexes here for a giveaway.
i was also impressed with their build quality. Thick material, edges are smoothed to remove sharpness, welds are nice.

I have yet to truly identify if there's any real advantage, but that will happen this week.

Looking forward to seeing your feedback...

[Jack Fate]

All I can look at is that HUGE tub of coffee creamer....LOL
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Costco junkie $6

Cheers

[saslanis]

Did one with an IKEA Blanda bowl...

[DarrenC]

nice job

i have a few vortexes here for a giveaway.
i was also impressed with their build quality. Thick material, edges are smoothed to remove sharpness, welds are nice.

I have yet to truly identify if there's any real advantage, but that will happen this week.

Troy - May I suggest that to put the matter to bed once and for all you could try a head-to-head-to-head comparison of using the Vortex, using the standard Weber charcoal baskets, and using a plain old chimney full of lump? 

[northwestkettle]

Ask my metalfab/welder friend (also a grillfella)if he could make a clone. He said it actually is a bit more complicated than it appears . And how much do they go for. He said to buy one and let him know if it's worth it.

Saw this SS dog dish in my shop & got to thinking.
Well one was a bit small for my 22 and another was a bit big .Then there it was a SS mixing bowl (goodwill) Metabo off bottom & rim ( 6"cutting/grinding tool) .  Need to cut it a bit shorter because the wok nearly plugged the top shut.

I think a can make it work
Thought I'd share

I like your stihl chainsaw bars


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[jaynik]

I think with either the vortex or a clone, you'll enjoy the results.

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[swamprb]

From this $9 stainless steel Steam table insert from Business Costco I got 2 vortex rings, one for the 18" & one for the 22".















If I wasn't armed and dangerous with a Harbor Freight 3" cut off tool, I would definitely BUY A VORTEX!

[swamprb]

My Hillbilly Vortex for the 26.75" Ranch.

Took a rustbucket 14" Smokey Joe bowl and did some trimming.







I use it mostly for indirect cooking pushed to the back, but either open or inverted it works great for high heat centered.