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Drayken

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Hi, new 3D owner.
« on: February 18, 2019, 05:39:41 PM »
Got the 3D wifi. Never smoked before, so complete newb. When I take up a new hobby, I read forums, watch YouTube vids, and over analyze, so forgive me for obscure questions/posts that I will inevitably make, lol.
CJ. 3D wifi.

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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #1 on: February 18, 2019, 05:59:39 PM »
Welcome to the family from SE Arizona.
David from Arizona
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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #2 on: February 18, 2019, 06:36:54 PM »
Welcome, I can relate to what you're saying. I just got a #2 and never smoked before. Have done ribs one time so far and were a little overcooked. Keep a notebook! Next smoke I will adapt and adjust. Good luck.
Gary
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LarryD

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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #3 on: February 18, 2019, 08:45:29 PM »
Have done ribs one time so far and were a little overcooked. Keep a notebook! Next smoke I will adapt and adjust. Good luck.

Not saying you're wrong, but do be aware that you can pull ribs too soon and they will seem overcooked when they're actually under-cooked.  They need time to break down all of the fat and make them nice and moist and tender.  They'll look done at 3 hours, but they won't actually be done.
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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #4 on: February 18, 2019, 08:54:16 PM »
Thanks for the advice. I cooked them at 235 for 5 hrs, sauced them and let them in for another hour. They were almost too dark on the outside and edges by the bone were a little chewy. But once I got into the ribs, they were nice and moist.
Gary
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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #5 on: February 18, 2019, 09:21:08 PM »
Alright... sounds like you have a solid diagnosis going, then.  Just wanted to share in case it mattered...  maybe it will help someone else.  :)
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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #6 on: February 18, 2019, 10:51:57 PM »
Thanks again Larry. I know it's a learning curve.
Gary
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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #7 on: February 20, 2019, 02:51:54 PM »
Welcome, CJ, from the Hudson Valley. The good thing about the learning curve is you get to eat good stuff along the way.  And, as suggested above, do keep a notebook and document your smokes.
Eric in New York's Hudson Valley, unless I can get out to Durango.
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Re: Hi, new 3D owner.
« Reply #8 on: May 04, 2019, 09:35:15 AM »
Welcome CJ.  Time spent in here is well worth it.  I am just 10 min thx into my 3DWIFI and have several successful smokes under my belt.  I hav pe spent more time reading the posts than the actual prep of all my smokes. It is great having such an awesome smoker and not having to learn the hard way.  Do not hesitate to post your questions.  You will get answers from a friendly group.
Terry from Indiana
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