I come seeking council from the wise.
Local Wal-Mart has JJ on sale and after much consideration I slowly walked away. I have had non-buyers remorse for a couple days.
Those that have them - How often do you choose the JJ? Will a S Vortex fit on a JJ?
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@Normal_J_Bird I can't answer your question about the S vortex for the jumbo Joe and I can't see why it would be a problem since the S vortex is designed to work with an 18" grill. But what I can assure you is that I love my JJ. I generally use it for smaller and faster cooks like steaks and hamburgers. I bought the table that fits the JJ and now I can use it as a stand alone grill. I can also take it camping since it's so portable and convenient. Go back and do like me and pull the trigger! I know how it feels to have non-buyers remorse. My NBR condition lasted a month! Many sleepless nights and googling Jumbo Joe on the internet!
Thanks for the feedback BButt.
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@Normal_J_Bird I think you need a mini vortex the for the Jumbo Joe. Think it has to do with a different height from charcoal grate to cooking grate. Check with
@THUNDERDOME though.
Hi J Bird. I had to get the Smalls cut dow to fit a jumbo joe. The grate to grate height is the same for the upright kettles (sans ranch). But the 'minis' are designed specifically for the Jumbo Joes. Let me know if you have any questions
The Mini-Vortex fits the 18-1/2" Jumbo Joe and does a nice job.
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Dave
I also have a review on this fine little kettle on my site. Might help you make up your mind on this cooker.
http://olddavespo-farm.blogspot.com/search/label/Weber%20Jumbo%20Joe%20Review
Dave
Out of curiosity, what was the sale price?
Quote from: Old Dave on March 03, 2016, 11:07:32 PM
I also have a review on this fine little kettle on my site. Might help you make up your mind on this cooker.
http://olddavespo-farm.blogspot.com/search/label/Weber%20Jumbo%20Joe%20Review (http://olddavespo-farm.blogspot.com/search/label/Weber%20Jumbo%20Joe%20Review)
Dave
Dave, that's a great review and run-down on the accessories.
Excellent work and thanks for the link
$30
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I have a Jumbo Joe I take in my fifth wheel, and I have a Vortex for it, purchased from Owens.
They sell three sizes, one for 18.5, Jumbo Joe and 22.5.
$30 you should get it. Even if you use it a couple times and don't like it, which you won't, you can sell it and get your money back.
Quote from: Josh G on March 04, 2016, 07:21:35 AM
$30 you should get it. Even if you use it a couple times and don't like it, which you won't, you can sell it and get your money back.
I agree completely.
Great travel grill and I often use mine for brats and such. That's a great deal.
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Quote from: captjoe06 on March 04, 2016, 02:18:31 PM
Quote from: Josh G on March 04, 2016, 07:21:35 AM
$30 you should get it. Even if you use it a couple times and don't like it, which you won't, you can sell it and get your money back.
I agree completely.
Ditto.
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Buy, buy, buy!
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I'd have a really hard time justifying that purchase with the number of kettles I already own but at the same time I'd have a hard time not purchasing it at that price, LOL.
If I didn't own two SJ's, one for work and one for the house, there wouldn't be a moment's hesitation.
Here's another scenario for you-
You buy it and that buddy of yours who comes over who doesn't "get" the obsession with charcoal cooking finally sees how much you enjoy it and gets bitten by the bug. If you find that you really don't need it or some other CL find comes your way, you gift the JJ to him forever cementing your friendship.
Both my WSM and Black OTG were used gifts to me from my lobstermen. Guess what? Every day I smoke a brisket or ribs or some tuna or grill a batch of chicken thighs I always save them some. What comes around goes around and I guarantee there's good JuJu in things like this.
BUYYYYYYYY ITTTTTT!!!!!
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What was I thinking asking this group for input regarding kettle purchasing. HA. Got it home after work today and my 9 yr old has already claimed this as his. Said we need to make a couple mods, I think he spends nearly as much time on WKC as I do.
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^^ I like the way that kid thinks! Congrats and have fun. Love mine.
You're going to enjoy that JJ. I've used mines 3 times this week. All my other grills are quite jealous.
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