Should I buy a rotisserie?

[GOMRDS]

I have the opportunity to buy a used 22" rotisserie for $50. I consider myself a novice and don't know if I'd use it, but part of me thinks I'd regret turning it down. Thoughts?

[Cuda Dan]

Yes that is a fair deal. But then you have to use to see if you like it? I have been trying to buy one myself.

[addicted-to-smoke]

If you've got the spare cash, YES. Anything that can be speared and secured will cook nicely on one.

I recently paid $90 for a used one and don't regret it. I need to find the small weight that goes on the end, at the black ring.

[LightningBoldtz]

I paid $70 for mine and didn't look back.  I like the roto a lot.

[OoPEZoO]

For that price, I would definitely buy it.  If you don't use it, you could always sell it for the same price or more.

[Peaspurple]

You should already be on your way.

[GOMRDS]

You should already be on your way.

I know. Baby logistics have hurt used grill pursuits as of late.

[Mark Schnell]

Do what you have to do, with the baby logistics and all, but if you can get this you won't regret it. Just thread a couple chickens on the baby and just leave it alone for an hour and change and you'll be amazed. You'll also be a grilling rockstar in your own home! I love mine and use it for roti cooks, of course, but also as a riser for turkeys or beer can style chicken.

[pbe gummi bear]

If you've got the spare cash, YES. Anything that can be speared and secured will cook nicely on one.

I recently paid $90 for a used one and don't regret it. I need to find the small weight that goes on the end, at the black ring.

ATS, You can probably make one for a few bucks with an eyelet and some big nutsor washers for weight at home depot. The weight is 327g and 1.75" long x 1.375"dia and sits 4" off axis.

and to the OP, yes, definitely try it out! the Roti makes great chicken and adds a different element to your cooks. You can't go wrong for $50.

[5280Jeff]

Paid $50 for mine. I use it often and love it.

[addicted-to-smoke]

ATS, You can probably make one for a few bucks with an eyelet and some big nutsor washers for weight at home depot. The weight is 327g and 1.75" long x 1.375"dia and sits 4" off axis.

Thanks. 4" off axis from what? The only pic I've seen of one was hanging down from the black ring a little bit, like on a string.

One more question ... given that most any meat will weigh enough to keep the spit on the ring and offset the motor's weight, what's the purpose of the weight, anyway?

[pbe gummi bear]

ATS, You can probably make one for a few bucks with an eyelet and some big nutsor washers for weight at home depot. The weight is 327g and 1.75" long x 1.375"dia and sits 4" off axis.

Thanks. 4" off axis from what? The only pic I've seen of one was hanging down from the black ring a little bit, like on a string.

One more question ... given that most any meat will weigh enough to keep the spit on the ring and offset the motor's weight, what's the purpose of the weight, anyway?

That weight is a counterweight so you can balance the load. For example, if you got a chicken with a huge breast, it will strain the motor when the breast goes spinning up, and pull the motor when it's spinning down. You can set the counterweight opposite of the uneven meat to balance to load and get it to spin smoother. The meat is well supported by the roti ring and motor so the weight is purely to even out the rotational load.

 The weight is offset 4" from the rotational axis:



It spins with the rod, not just hang.

[einrej]

I say buy it.
Or try this.
Make a Ham on your $30.00 Weber Rotisserie 

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/make-a-ham-on-your-$30-00-weber-rotisserie/msg93198/#msg93198

[vader06]

Buy it.  $50! Buy it!  You will not regret it.

[Idahawk]

ATS, You can probably make one for a few bucks with an eyelet and some big nutsor washers for weight at home depot. The weight is 327g and 1.75" long x 1.375"dia and sits 4" off axis.

Thanks. 4" off axis from what? The only pic I've seen of one was hanging down from the black ring a little bit, like on a string.

One more question ... given that most any meat will weigh enough to keep the spit on the ring and offset the motor's weight, what's the purpose of the weight, anyway?

That weight is a counterweight so you can balance the load. For example, if you got a chicken with a huge breast, it will strain the motor when the breast goes spinning up, and pull the motor when it's spinning down. You can set the counterweight opposite of the uneven meat to balance to load and get it to spin smoother. The meat is well supported by the roti ring and motor so the weight is purely to even out the rotational load.

 The weight is offset 4" from the rotational axis:



It spins with the rod, not just hang.

Why is that pizza roller stuck on your handle ?




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