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Smokin-It Smokers => Model 2 & 2D - The Middle Kid => Topic started by: althomas on May 27, 2015, 09:42:03 AM
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I am buying a #2 today. I will be ordering a cover with it as well. What else do you recommend for accessories? Would like to leverage shipping cost by ordering some extras now if something is highly recommended. Thanks
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The cover is the key item for sure! You could add in some wood, but the wood is a bit more expensive than other sites. I have the rib rack for the #2 that I like - holds 3.5 racks of the ribs vertical in the smoker. You will love the #2 ... I know I do! Welcome aboard!
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Thanks Steve. I will get the rib hooks as well. Can I use standard wood chips I have used in my propane smoker?
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cord hangars, I forgot to order those and now I am stuck because I don't want to pay shipping on those things.
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If you think that you will ever do any cold smoking like cheese or fish, the cold plate would be worth getting now to save shipping costs.
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The cord hanger is nice, but I actually just wrap up my cord and sit it on the top of the smoker, then cover. So, no sweat on the hanger!
I believe some folks have used wood chips on occasion, but most of us use the wood chunks...you will get a small bag with 4 hickory doles as part of the purchase.
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Fish racks for fish or smoked nuts. Rib rack would be on my list if you ever cook more than two slabs.
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I use the chip screen for every smoke. Highly recommend it for chunks, chips and pellets.
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I agree with Arnie, the chip screen can be very helpful. Do not get the rib racks-they do not work very well and none of us use them. The cold plate is very helpful if you do cold smoking(cheese, fish) unless you buy an external smoke generator which is my preferred solution.
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Thanks Steve. I will get the rib hooks as well. Can I use standard wood chips I have used in my propane smoker?
You can use the same chips, but I would consider buy some chucks from Fruitawood, Maine Grilling Woods and a new place Tony (DivotMaker) told us about Smokinlicious.com.
You will use so much less wood, I think it is worth while not to buy the stuff from Walmart.
Greg
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Do not get the rib racks-they do not work very well and none of us use them.
I am not sure if you mean the rack or the rib hooks. I have the rib rack (holds 3.5 racks in vertical position) and it works great for me. Nice and compact, all of the ribs together on one rack in the smoker.
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Steve, I misspoke, I meant the rib hooks which is what althomas said he was thinking of buying. The rib racks work fine although if you have the space I prefer to lay mine flat.
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I gotta go with Limey on this one...especially for baby backs. I did get a rib rack thinking it would be nice for larger parties but the one time I tried it, the fact that the ribs curved over and sorta layed on each other prevented a bark. Then I doubled up on that by laying them out when I took the flat rack ribs out and smoking for another 30 minutes. They turned out dry from being in there too long.
So, if I just didn't do something right, please let me know how to make that rib rack useful. But unless I need to get more than 6 racks in my #2, I'll stick with laying them flat.
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If you are ever going to get the cart, get the cover that fits the #2 and cart together , also get the fish rack, You will love the #2 it's great
Happy smoking!!!!!,
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seafood rack is great. So far I've used it for burnt ends and times when I cut 1-2 ribs off of a rack to get them to fit. I should have passed on the rib rack and gotten 2-3 extra seafood racks (comes with one).
But I'm thinking of an accessory order with those and a couple of the pepper/veggie holders.
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Get a thermometer that reads remotely, like the Maverick. It is important to know what the internal temperature of your meat is, and you don't want to be continually opening the door to check. If you don't order one with your smoker, buy one from amazon or somewhere with cheaper shipping, but buy one.
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Welcome, Al! Congrats on the #2! If you haven't read this, please do (it will help):
Basics for Beginners (http://smokinitforums.com/index.php?topic=2078.0)
Also, check out "What to do when it arrives," in the same Instructions section.
When you get a chance, go ahead and add your first name and town to your signature line...we like to get to know our new members in "Club Lazy Q!" 8)
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The cord hanger is nice, but I actually just wrap up my cord and sit it on the top of the smoker, then cover. So, no sweat on the hanger!
I believe some folks have used wood chips on occasion, but most of us use the wood chunks...you will get a small bag with 4 hickory doles as part of the purchase.
I have more cords than most with the heatermeter, I want a hanger. lol
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You also need to buy some gear wraps, I use these for my electronics and the smoker cord, they make all lengths.
Nite Ize GT3-4PK-A1 Gear Tie Reusable 3-Inch Rubber Twist Tie, Assorted Colors
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Nite-Ize-6-in-Gear-Tie-in-Black-2-Pack-GT6-2PK-01/203210506?MERCH=REC-_-PIPHorizontal1_rr-_-203211054-_-203210506-_-N
Greg
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Thanks everyone. I will give the rub hooks a try, they were free with my order as part of a promotion. I will check out that website for wood. I have quite a pile of seasoned apple wood, I could cut that into chunks for the #2 as well.
Aaron
Minneapolis
Weber charcoal
#2
Offset barrel smoker
Propane smoker
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Thanks everyone. I will give the rib hooks a try, they were free with my order as part of a promotion.
Aaron - don't bother. Been at this awhile, and have never seen anyone "actually" use the rib hooks! You'll absolutely get the best results by laying your ribs flat, bone-side down on the shelves. Plus, you'll avoid the potential of your slabs tearing and falling to the bottom of the smoker!