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Smokin-It Smokers => Model 3 & 3D - The Big Brother => Topic started by: bamagator on July 08, 2017, 04:04:43 PM
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I'm considering buying a Model 3, and I have a ton of Bradley wood bisquettes left over from my previous smoker. Is it safe to use these in a Model 3 before switching over to the wood chunks? Do I need to use the chip screen to prevent issues with the heating element?
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i don't see how they could cause an issue.. there are holes in the bottom of the smoke box but you can put them over a solid area.. how big are they? they may burn faster than a solid chunk of wood.. if i had them i would try them.. but i would probably mix them with solid pieces.
you could also wrap them on the bottom side with foil.
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Thanks for the suggestions. They're roughly two inches in diameter by half an inch thick, and I definitely think they'd burn a lot faster than the solid chunks. I don't think I'd want to count on them as a primary source of smoke since they're a lot less efficient than the solid chunks are, but I like your idea of potentially mixing them in (with or without foil).
I think I'll hold off on using them for at least the first couple of smokes. I think I'd feel better establishing a baseline for myself on the Model 3 so I can make a more informed decision on whether it's worth an experiment. If I end up trying it and learn anything interesting, I'll let you guys know.
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It should work OK. And I can understand not wanting to waste them. After you get the 3, give it a shot!
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Be sure and give Smokinlicious a try. I was using the bone dry, bagged wood at first. I'm glad I switched.
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I am coming from a bradley smoker and I would like to use them too. I love the Jim beam Barrel wood that Bradley has. And I have a brand new 120 puck pack. And I couple other partial 120 packs of various wood. I have not pulled the trigger yet on the SI but hoping to soon. Please update on how it worked.
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I also would be interested to see how they worked out. So far, nothing. Not sure the OP got around to purchasing the smoker. But then again, maybe he did and is just to busy smoking and eating!
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I also would be interested to see how they worked out. So far, nothing. Not sure the OP got around to purchasing the smoker. But then again, maybe he did and is just to busy smoking and eating!
Well then When I get mine I will give it a shot. I love the Jim Beam barrels. They have been my secret weapon. But I have found a place where I can get Actual Whiskey barrels. That may be my fall back.
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Looking forward to your results.
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I'm a 100% sure that the biscuits will smoke. The big question will be is it the best smoke for the price of the meat you have in the box. I'd suggest smoking a cut of meat with the biscuits and then shortly after repeating the smoke with some real wood chunks.
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Ok I put 2 pucks in with my smoke today on the chip tray as I have not gotten my wood yet. And did not want to waste what I have left after the seasoning. As I may need them for the ribs this weekend if it does not get here. :D
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Did the pucks 'produce' sitting upon the chip screen?
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i'm kinda curious how quickly they will burn away
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I can tell you a small amount. I put these in with chips. Not blocks. When I left to go to the dealer The smoke was rolling out. When I shit it off. I had some chips and the pucks were black and about 3/4 burnt I would say. Now total time was about 1.5 hrs I was gone for about 1hr. Not sure what happend while I was gone. I will try a smoke with just the pucks at some point.
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sounds like they have some promise.. hope they work out well for you
I hate to see things go to waste
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sounds like they have some promise.. hope they work out well for you
I hate to see things go to waste
I do as well. 2 of my guys bought bradley's after trying my bbq. They have already said they will take whatever pucks I have left over. You know "No need to throw them out". LOL
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haha trade them for brisket
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haha trade them for brisket
Never thought of that actually. I may have about $100 worth of pucks here. :D
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there's gold in them thar pucks
or beef or pork ...
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2 of my guys bought bradley's after trying my bbq. They have already said they will take whatever pucks I have left over. You know "No need to throw them out". LOL
2 of your guys might end up buying a Smokin-it once those pucks run out! ;D
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They are already asking me "Did you buy another Bradley?" I said No they said "well what did you get then? I thought you loved the bradley" I said I do but I smoke way too much for it. I need something more "Commercial" Sent them the link. They said "Wow that think looks awesome, but pricey" I said it is cheaper when I do not have to replace it every 4 years.
We will see what happens.
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They are already asking me "Did you buy another Bradley?" I said No they said "well what did you get then? I thought you loved the bradley" I said I do but I smoke way too much for it. I need something more "Commercial" Sent them the link. They said "Wow that think looks awesome, but pricey" I said it is cheaper when I do not have to replace it every 4 years.
We will see what happens.
You get what you pay for. ;D ;D I'm surprised Bradleys last 4 years. Longer than Masterbuilts. Seems like I hear Masterbuilts only last a year or so if you are lucky before the element burns out (and the element is not replaceable). Compared to SmokinTex or CookShack (the most similar to SI), the SI prices are amazing, and the quality of the SI is better in every detail. Comparing Bradley or Masterbuilt to SI is kind of apples to oranges. It was seeing a Masterbuilt on QVC that got me interested in electric smokers, and somehow I stumbled on the SI when I started researching. Dodged a bullet there! ;D
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They are already asking me "Did you buy another Bradley?" I said No they said "well what did you get then? I thought you loved the bradley" I said I do but I smoke way too much for it. I need something more "Commercial" Sent them the link. They said "Wow that think looks awesome, but pricey" I said it is cheaper when I do not have to replace it every 4 years.
We will see what happens.
You get what you pay for. ;D ;D I'm surprised Bradleys last 4 years. Longer than Masterbuilts. Seems like I hear Masterbuilts only last a year or so if you are lucky before the element burns out (and the element is not replaceable). Compared to SmokinTex or CookShack (the most similar to SI), the SI prices are amazing, and the quality of the SI is better in every detail. Comparing Bradley or Masterbuilt to SI is kind of apples to oranges. It was seeing a Masterbuilt on QVC that got me interested in electric smokers, and somehow I stumbled on the SI when I started researching. Dodged a bullet there! ;D
Well I can tell you how I found them Old Sarge is to blame. LOL
When I say it was 4 years. it was done a long time ago but I used a Ratchet strap to keep the door on. :) But if finally gave up the ghost. When I get rid of something trust me you dont want it.