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The Spider 22 has arrived and I did a test fit on this red head.  Plan is to put it on an OTP, but we'll see.  Should be a fun experiment.


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I've yet to see a Spider mounted on a cart frame-
Do it!


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watching with curiosity

Interesting.   Is this the same company that makes the blower system that mounts where the ash bucket goes?


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Quote from: michaelmilitello on November 16, 2022, 04:22:57 AM
Interesting.   Is this the same company that makes the blower system that mounts where the ash bucket goes?


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Yes, this company also makes that system and is called the "Venom".  I've already got a charcoal blower (Thermoworks Billows/Signals) and am really not interested in that.  I am interested in trying pellets though so I thought this would be a fun way to try it while staying with a Weber grill.  There is a SmokeFire in my area for $200 but admittedly did not work without some parts so I really didn't want to go that route with something used and possibly defective.  The Spider 22 pellet adapter has been around for a couple of years and already has some updates over the original to address issues with moisture and hopper door seal.  $100 bucks off now so I'll give it a try.

Also looks good on the '84 Brownie.  Plan is to try a small pork butt this weekend....geez this forum is quiet lately.


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I think I like it better on the brownie, lil' bit more inconspicuous.
I have to say, though, I would have jumped on that smokefire, but really don't know about the parts.
I trust our judgement haha.

@bamakettles it has been quiet lately, hope the spider impresses and you get a good cook on the butt. I like it on the red, but I'm prone to like black and red.

Quote from: rich on November 16, 2022, 04:36:19 PM
I think I like it better on the brownie, lil' bit more inconspicuous.
I have to say, though, I would have jumped on that smokefire, but really don't know about the parts.
I trust our judgement haha.

Thanks.  I've seen so many SmokeFires for sale that advertise new ignition rods and parts - makes me think they may be high maintenance.  Hopefully this contraption is not.


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Quote from: JEBIV on November 17, 2022, 02:53:21 AM
@bamakettles it has been quiet lately, hope the spider impresses and you get a good cook on the butt. I like it on the red, but I'm prone to like black and red.

I think I'm partial to the red as well.  I've seen posts on FB that these fit perfectly on an OTP, just have to remove the spider 22 base.  May try that this weekend to see if it fits my blue OTP.


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I get it looks good on the OTP

Can't wait to hear how it cooks.

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I'm a bit curious about it....interested in your experience.

As a heavy Smokefire user, I will say it's 99% and requires absolutely minimal maintenance. I've only replaced the glow plug once in over a year, and that's because I pushed it way too long on cleaning and caught it on fire with jerky. Used the hose to put it out after it smoldered and killed the plug. My experience, and I guarantee Smokefire produces better flavor than this will.

I've seen the Spider but not sure I've seen anyone really using it other than a vid or two on the tube


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I had one set in the smaller performer cart.  Used some aluminum to space the table out a few inches. 

Quote from: swamprb on November 15, 2022, 05:51:19 PM
I've yet to see a Spider mounted on a cart frame-
Do it!


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Thanks for the comments and pics guys.  It's nice to have some conversation going on the forum again.  Wife's birthday is this weekend, hope to do the cook but it's her weekend so we'll probably go shoe shopping lol.....

Quote from: bamakettles on November 18, 2022, 06:00:26 AM
Thanks for the comments and pics guys.  It's nice to have some conversation going on the forum again.  Wife's birthday is this weekend, hope to do the cook but it's her weekend so we'll probably go shoe shopping lol.....

She's going to work up an appetite shoe shopping,  so be prepared to cook

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Quote from: bamakettles on November 18, 2022, 06:00:26 AM
Thanks for the comments and pics guys.  It's nice to have some conversation going on the forum again.  Wife's birthday is this weekend, hope to do the cook but it's her weekend so we'll probably go shoe shopping lol.....

She's going to work up an appetite shoe shopping,  so be prepared to cook

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Prime Filets have been requested and I'm going with a tried and true method for that lol.....

I'd rather be home cooking than shoe shopping. Hope you both enjoy the day.

Quote from: ASpitzer on November 18, 2022, 08:05:19 AM
I'd rather be home cooking than shoe shopping. Hope you both enjoy the day.

Same!  She puts up with a lot and this will be her weekend.....  ; )

Enjoy the birthday weekend with the wife!

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Bama, I'll cast my vote for the Brownie, but I'd be cool to see what it looks like in the OTP. 

Have a great birthday celebration weekend!


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Thanks all..... picked up the pork roast tonight at Publix, gunna shop early tomorrow then put it on, Sunday is her actual birthday so she's ok with me giving a little attention to a Weber tomorrow.  I have cherry and apple pellets.  Which should I use?  Blend?  I have no idea what I'm doing with these lol.


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I'd say blend it!  Both go well with pork.


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Quote from: Chesapeake Weber on November 18, 2022, 04:05:17 PM
I'd say blend it!  Both go well with pork.


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Going with that!


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Are you guys using a Stacker to get more cooking space or are you satisfied with the kettle only?


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Went with the OTP blue and the Spider 22 fits  perfectly.  Roast is ready to go on, waiting for Charger Blue to heat up.  ThermoWorks signals in place to monitor temps.  It's a cold windy day, so this should be a good test of it's capabilities.


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First try, fail.  Got to 90F and then dropped temp..... I'm missing charcoal already.


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I'm thinking this was a big mistake.


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Did a full shutdown that took 15 mins and restarted.  Grill made it to temp pretty quickly, overshot a bit then settled in.  Butt is on and seems to be doing well.


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Any idea what happened the first try? Auger jam? How did it turn out?

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No idea, been steady for some time now.   Just wrapped and refilled the hopper....temp drop around 6p was a spritz.


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Quote from: bamakettles on November 19, 2022, 08:38:56 PM
No idea, been steady for some time now.   Just wrapped and refilled the hopper....temp drop around 6p was a spritz.


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I'm glad for you it seems to be working properly now. Cheers to a late night cook

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Thanks, it's done now.  Woke up at 3am and the roast was at 209F.  Should be fine, put it in the warming drawer and will pull in the morning.  Yawn.....


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That contraption looks like a perfect match for the blue OTP.


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That's a nice 12hr cook. Was 209° your target temp?
I have to say, the spider looks very nice on that cart. Congrats!
Charge that phone already! :)

Quote from: Chesapeake Weber on November 20, 2022, 04:05:27 AM
That contraption looks like a perfect match for the blue OTP.


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It's quite remarkable how well it pops into place.  Happy with that.


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Quote from: rich on November 20, 2022, 07:40:34 AM
That's a nice 12hr cook. Was 209° your target temp?
I have to say, the spider looks very nice on that cart. Congrats!
Charge that phone already! :)

Target temp was not that high, I fell asleep lol.... I also became quite ill in the middle of the night and all I could manage was to turn the spider 22 knob off and stick the wrapped roast in the warming drawer.  It sat there until 10a and Kellee took it out to check temp.  It was at 150F so it stayed safe for consumption thankfully.  She shredded it, refrigerated immediately, then vac sealed individual packs today.  I just got out of bed, cleaned up and gave her her birthday presents a day late.  She did try a taste and said it's really good and juicy - hard to believe.  I'll try it when I can muster something solid.


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Holy Kettle!
Sorry you got sick, hope you're better now.
I wonder what's your warming drawer... it could be anything.
Anyway,

Happy Birthday Kellee!!

Quote from: rich on November 21, 2022, 08:06:30 PM
Holy Kettle!
Sorry you got sick, hope you're better now.
I wonder what's your warming drawer... it could be anything.
Anyway,

Happy Birthday Kellee!!

Our convection oven is a Kitchen Aid and the bottom drawer that most ovens have for storage is a warming drawer.  Apparently the medium high setting holds at 150F.  I use the warming drawer much more than I've ever used the convection oven.  It's on basically any time I grill and is perfect for holding the protein while getting other things ready.  I'll never have another oven without a warming drawer.

Will pass along the birthday wishes, thanks!


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All this "Pellet," talk has got me taking a 2nd look at the Stoven BBQ pellet attachment. I ordered the leg stabilizer kit a while back for a designated rotisserie grill, and now I'm totally looking to get the

whole unit.  http://www.americansundancer.com/stoven-barbecues.html

Whaddayaknow, the one appliance I didn't know about.
To be honest, I use the oven to store all the grill stuff haha.
Had not heard about the Stoven either. Would be nice if you posted here about it if you get to use it, RRRanger99.

Now with wheels....

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Now with wheels....

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Yep, love Tom Horsman videos....