hamiltont
Well-Known Member
hamiltont,
That Chargriller Pro is the exact one I got but mine only had the middle thermo and no latch for the fire box door (and only 2 wheels but I'm OK with that). Is getting a good (enough) seal on that firebox door going to be a problem?
I added 2 thermometers at the grill level to monitor the temp by the food & from end to end to make sure the temp is balanced. The latch on the firebox reduced some of the leakage. I used a 6" rock on the handle to weight it down before the latch. 4 wheels just helps moving it around. Push it with a finger. I made baffels to help distribute the heat evenly across the grill. It works. I tried the chimney extension but it kept getting in the way and honestly didn't see a difference when I removed it? I also made a charcoal basket that rests above the ash pan so I can remove the ash without disturbing the fire. I added more ventilation (holes) to the fire box & by the chimney to increase the heat capabilities & provide more control. I start out with lump charcoal for the first hour or two while smoking, usually with hickory. After that I use ash (have tons of ash trees on the property). Cheers!!!