Best barbecue tool sets according to redditors

Already exists. On Amazon, of course.

I know that the printing would be part of the fun, but these are available commercially and affordably (and designed to be food safe)

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B075CSYNWF/

Check out a grill mat. I just got one a few weeks ago and now I grill all the time. It's easy to clean up, and you can grill all types of foods you'd normally not be able to "grill". I have this one grill mat Using the grill mat should make the shrimp grilling much easier. You can also do veggies and other things that would otherwise fall through the grill.

edit: additional context.

I used this one works great Fireblack Hi Temp BBQ smoker Gasket Self Stick 15 ft High Heat 1/2 x 1/8 Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAJW0QE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oVBkDbBJ9N76H

No prob at all yeah it seems these get a bad rap because out of the box they do seem to have a couple issues but with a little work they produce great results. This is the gasket I use between the firebox

https://www.amazon.com/BroilPro-Accessories-Rated-Smoker-Gasket/dp/B07MG33FSQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=felt+bbq+gasket&qid=1557578585&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Then I used ultra temp rtv for the smoke chamber door. Basically left the door up made a small bead then let it cure. Original plan was to use the felt but it was way to thick

That's pretty smart. I actually recently saw an ad online for these non stick silicon mats for the bbq that might work really well for you. And I'm totally going to suggest that or the aluminum to my friends :)

Edit: [Canadian link to the mat] (https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00QBAYMQ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FlanzbCM6ZPC7)

These are really effective and last for years if you store them properly.

As seen on Amazon for $15.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075CSYNWF

No affiliate links included. Seriously, f' anyone who adds affiliate links on reddit.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAJW0QE?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title

Slow n' sear plus a gasket kit make all the difference in the world.

Fireblack Hi Temp BBQ smoker Gasket Self Stick 15 ft High Heat 1/2 x 1/8 Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAJW0QE?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

like Alt4sniper said, it is a high temp gasket. here is the product I bought

Here you go - FireBlack34 for Big Green Egg SMALL MEDIUM & MINI 3/4 x 1/8 Black Hi Temp BBQ smoker Gasket 15 ft https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015DAI8K0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fzV4DbZ87BYG3

That’s the one I got. They have different lengths and widths to work for whatever grill. I went with 3/4”. The 1/8” you’ll see mentioned is the height of the material.

Since you've got those, I don't think you need the slow-n-sear, but I don't own one, so I can't comment authoritatively. You'll be able to do what you want with those baskets.

If you do find yourself in accessory-acquisition mode, I most highly recommend a Vortex. I've had great luck with a diy-version of the same, and use mine for high-heat sears, low-n-slow cooks, direct, indirect, etc.

Nice weber you got there. Cheers!

https://www.amazon.ca/Authentic-Shawarma-Automatic-Machine-Skewers/dp/B06VXCX3DT/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1504628132&sr=8-4&keywords=shawarma

Si puedes recibir cosas de EEUU hay mas baratos:

https://www.amazon.com/KeyTop-Household-Electric-Equipment-Vertical/dp/B010AHHZ3M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504628183&sr=8-1&keywords=vertical+broiler

This is the silicone stuff I usually use, if it helps

For those interested, here's a pic of the inside.

Here's a list of my mods.

• Grommet on the side for probe access: So handy! The most useful mod. I used this titanium drill bit to create a hole large enough. It took me about an hour of sweating my butt off with the drill to make the hole. I feel like this mod is a must because if you use any kind of probe this will be a lifesaver. Constantly closing and opening the lid of the smoker with the wire in the way will eventually damage the wire. With this grommet bypassing the door entirely, you don't risk damaging the wire anytime you open or close the lid. If your hand slips when opening the lid and the lid slams down, it can CUT the probe wire! Lifesaver indeed.
  
• Lavalock Thermometers x2: I bought two of these for both sides. Tested them for accuracy with boiling water and they work pretty great.
  
• Lavalock Gaskets: I used these to seal the lid of the main chamber. It helps create a seal for lower smoke leakage.
  
• Clamps: These make 100% sure you are airtight when smoking. When used together with the gaskets, I get virtually no leakage from the main chamber. One annoying thing though is that the clamp installed on the side of the fire chamber can get in the way of you opening and closing the fire chamber lid. But, overall I'm happy with them, especially for longer cooks.
  
• High Temp Silicone Caulk: This is a MUST. The areas around the smoke chamber leak smoke SO MUCH. I've used it to seal around every nook and cranny of the fire chamber and it's done wonders.
  
• Water pan: Not sure if this counts as a mod, but it's just a simple steel water pan.
  
• Oklahoma Joe Firebox Basket: The reverse flow smoker came included with this. I think the regular Highland Smoker does not have it. In my opinion, it is extremely helpful in maintaining heat throughout your cook and makes the temperature fluctuate less.

I ordered this gasket for it. The old one had disintegrated long ago. I'm also considering getting a cast iron grate.

[here ya go buddy. make sure you follow the instructions to a T. ](fireblack hi temp bbq smoker gasket self stick 15 ft high heat 1/2 x 1/8 black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAJW0QE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Nb9WBb8VFVMXP)

It's probably not showing because it appears to be currently unavailable.
Another poster has made it with the same device (see photos) in this thread.

Just bought this myself on Monday. If it ever stops raining, I'll try it out.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TAJW0QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Fireblack Hi Temp BBQ smoker Gasket Self Stick 15 ft High Heat 1/2 x 1/8 Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAJW0QE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_T4a6BbVTCR8V8

Yeah it's really only best to do this to get the egg up to temp quickly prior to putting food in (E.g. 6-700 degrees for a pizza). They sell a bbq dragon (http://www.amazon.com/BBQ-Dragon-Charcoal-Supercharger-Fireplaces/dp/B00FPZY92A) for this purpose, but a hair dryer does the same thing. Gets you up to temp in 10-15 mins rather than one hr.

I found an adhesive backed one on Amazon and applied it to the sides:

KAMaster High Temp Grill Gasket Replacement Fit Medium/Small/Mini Big Green Egg BBQ Smoker Gasket Pre-Shrunk Accessories Self Stick Felt 10ft Long, 3/4" Wide, 1/8" Thick https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q72H122/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_y0oiDbAV0D0PZ

Paint the stack with some stove paint, and Amazon has the gasket stuff pretty cheap. Worked like a charm on my Traeger.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TAJW0QE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_t.ioDb8DWM1MF

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010AHHZ3M/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_Hc50AbG9H7290

My pal brought a portable bbq (which was awesome) but I brought one of these which allowed us to cook eggs, bacon, grilled cheese and pancakes throughout the weekend. Can't recommend enough.

Pretty sure it is this product

Ich wohne in den USA und hab keine andere Wahl. Ich habe dieses Gerät für $45 gefunden und nach etwas Ausprobieren kann ich echt respektabel Döner machen.

In den Staaten ist Fleisch extrem günstig, aber gutes Brot zu finden ist fast unmöglich- ich benutze Tortillas als Dürum-Ersatz - sind aber nicht ganz richtig. Ich muss lernen, wie man Flasdenbrot bäckt.

Aber die Kosten:

• 2kg Hänchenbrust: ~$7
  
  
• Yoghurt (für Sosse und als Marinade): ~$2
  
  
• Gurke: $.50
  
  
• Knoblauch: $.25
  
  
• Tomaten: $1
  
  
• Kohl: $.50
  
  
• Zwiebeln: $.25
  
  
• Tortillas: $2 (10er Packung)
  
  
• Queso Fresco: $2
  
  
• Chiles - $.25
  
  ~$16 reicht für 10 Döner mit extra Fleisch (billiger ohne Queso Fresco Käse, schmeckt aber viel besser. Ich have auch Gemüse Döner probiert - ist auch nicht viel teurer.
  
  
• Plus Gewürze (teuer, aber man hat die schon wahrscheinlich zur Hand

Amazon sells gasket stuff.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017XZLZEO/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_QkCqzbA1F5X8P

As some added clarity since I use the same smoker, I ordered this and used it last weekend and it was amazing. I was able to get at least 6 hours of burn. I was making ribs so it only took about 5-5.5 and there were still unashed coals left. With it I can maintain a solid 250F.

I leave the stack damper/lid fully open. And I've insulated my doors with this. And for filling in around the seams, such as the stack or the firebox I purchased this. Those both will take about 24 hours to "cure" according to the directions.

Otherwise I think it's a solid entry-level smoker and hope you enjoy it!

P.S I know someone may ask if that charcoal cage was worth it and the quality is great, the inserts turn it into a snake method cage , and it feels quite sturdy.

I installed this tape: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015DAI8K0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is the stuff I used. Not as a replacement, but in addition to what came with my Akorn to seal it up. Worked well.

two of these

It’s definitely worth doing on any smoker, and if you haven’t I recommend a high temp silicon based sealant to coverup all the cracks on the outside.

You just MacGyver'd a bbq dragon. their clip seems a little more convenient though.

http://www.amazon.com/BBQ-Grill-Mat-Set-2/dp/B00C1LWE32

It’s basically a clip on, electric fan. Wind + coals = higher temps for cooking. Check it out

I have the same model and absolutely agree with everybody that said seal it first. Use the high temp rtv on the mating surface between the firebox and the smoker and the two pieces of the firebox. Then use the gasketing tape on both doors. I even went a step further and prep the surface with the flap disc on my grinder first. Lastly and I highly highly recommend start a large very hot fire in the firebox before you do any cooking and burn off the coating of paint on the firebox. You don't have to get it all off but most of it otherwise there will be a very noxious smoke coming off while you cook. I used a block of wood and scraped it off when it gets all melted to speed up the process a little bit.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LRLELK0?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01F9FE60K?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Links to the two products I used

Yes it works well. I had to use acetone to clean the surface before I stuck it on. This is the tape

My dome thermometer doesn't work but I don't care because I have an Weber iGrill, 4 probe wireless thermometer. I use one for grill temp and the three others for meat temp. I bought the Cajun Bandit door because it looks and seals so much better. I was still losing a lot of smoke around the lid so I bought this gasket. All I did was clean the lip around the barrel and it sticks just fine. I also bought the grommet and drilled the hole for it. It's not necessary but I like it better this way.

Aha! I found the metal snowflake things on Amazon for holding skewers.

https://www.amazon.com/Winnerbe-Roaster-Rotisserie-Skewers-Needle/dp/B078561QB3/

Rotisserie seems plausable. Will see if I can pinpoint it exact but this is enough to award is solved.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017XZLZEO/ref=asc_df_B017XZLZEO5039330/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B017XZLZEO&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167145798705&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16335783961658169997&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010941&hvtargid=pla-304998770550 I used this. And yea you need two packs

Check this out at Amazon.com
LavaLock RTV 650 F BBQ Grill Smoker Sealer Hi Temp Silicon Adhesive 3 oz (2.8 fl. Ounce) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRLELK0/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_EB8QDbNJXEBJD

And you can seal the corners where the sheet metal meet with this.

Seal it up well! Install a high heat gasket like this around both doors. Use high heat silicon to seal any joints. The key to working with an offset is to be able to completely control airflow. You can't do that if the thing isn't sealed well.




Make sure the smoker you buy is a good quality steel too. Ultra cheap offset smokers use very thin grade metal that won't properly hold or distribute heat.







I was buying bags of Kingsford smoking logs at Home Depot, but at $18 per cubic foot it was getting expensive. I sourced a firewood supplier in my area that sells hickory and bought a bunch of it for much cheaper. I'll probably still go to Home Depot for mesquite since I use it less often and it's impossible to find in New Jersey.

Hey, want to make sure I get what is needed to accommodate the Kettle 26 I am getting this weekend:

• The grill itself, multiple stores same price - $330. https://www.amazon.com/Weber-Original-Kettle-Premium-Charcoal/dp/B00N65AAW4
  
• Chimney starter - $17.
  
• One-Touch cleaning system - comes with the grill.
  
• Grilling kit - 37$ (this one I am not sure about).
  
• Is there a general place that is well known for its prices I should get charcoal from?
  
• Lighter cubes - $4.
  
• Anything else I am missing?
  
  p.s is the PK360 waste of money, or is that price difference is completely justifiable?

I know we're not supposed to put sales links up, but I have this contraption for cooking my drumsticks. I'm just looking for some best practice type advice.

https://www.amazon.com/G-HOMEFAVOR-Stainless-Dishwasher-Non-Stick/dp/B07D5S192Z

I just went hunting and found all the pieces I would need for a prototype. Now, I just need to get bored enough that I want to tinker around to see if it would even work ;)

Conductive Rubber Cord

https://www.amazon.com/Adafruit-Conductive-Rubber-Stretch-Sensor/dp/B00NAY2R9A

Chest belt

https://www.amazon.com/Vacally-Waterproof-Adjustable-Triathlon-Marathon/dp/B07VJXWVZF

FLORA microcontroller (USB HID)

https://www.amazon.com/FLORA-Wearable-electronic-platform-Arduino-compatible/dp/B00GLSRBLQ

bbq set with golf club theme

Star Wars themed tie

Funny wireless speaker

Multi tools are useful to keep around

If he likes tacos and hosting

More hosting fun

So this exact thing on my knock-off is stripped. That disc is threaded and should screw back on. If it has been ripped off, chances are that threading is gone. What i did is apply a small ring of 550° heat resistant adhesive (glue). I bought this silicone based adhesive off Amazon and it cured in a matter of minutes. The glue was very inexpensive and I believe it was designed for gluing parts of a smoker back together.

I applied a thin-film with a toothpick, making sure to use just enough of the yucky-smelling adhesive around that threaded piece. The first time i did it, I hardly used any and that sucker didn't move for 7 months. Popped off once and this time i used the product a bit better.

Here you go: LavaLock https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRLELK0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Food grade, high heat silicon

https://www.amazon.com/LavaLock%C2%AE-grade-adhesive-smoker-Silicon/dp/B01LRNK6K2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1536856173&sr=8-3&keywords=food+grade+high+temp+silicone+sealant

Wood scrapers are the best.

wood scraper

Answering a couple of questions: Zero ash because there literally are none once the coals are full orange. The chimney can be seen [HERE] (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N7FO8F5/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and this is the FAN.

I filled the chimney about a 1/3 full with charcoal and with the fans assistance the coals were bright orange within minutes.

Just a former dishie and not endorsing this particular product, but you want a vertical rotisserie grill similar to this one or this one. Has the added advantage that you can also use for doener and shwarma.

(Have one that works great and that was only 30 EUR through amazon.de, but I cannot find it on amazon.com)

Really surprised that in 200+ comments not one person has mentioned grill mats. I know they are relatively new but if you've ever used one, not only does it solve this cleaning issue (by essentially eliminating the need to clean the BBQ altogether), it also solves two other incredibly common BBQ issues; food getting stuck or falling through the grills.


https://www.amazon.ca/BBQ-Grill-Mat-Set-2/dp/B00C1LWE32


These are also sold at Canadian Tire, Dollarama, etc.

You still get grill marks and now you can toss things like chopped veggies or small shrimp right on the BBQ without having to use a pan or tinfoil.