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Yep that's the one. I do use two or three vents open initially to get the temperature up, but as soon as I'm close to being at temperature, I just run with the one bottom vent for temperature control.

@@SmokinOakBarbecue Thanks for the reply, I’m definitely getting one now.

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

Great question. Honestly I don't think much has changed. We still love it. We don't use it as much as we did if I'm being honest, but just genuinely because we've invested in other barbecues and tend to cook at a commercial level now. But I still stand by everything I talked about or raised in this video.

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Sorry to hear that. We personally haven't had any issues with it but can't comment on others experiences.

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We just use standard fire starters from a hardware store. By the time the charcoal is fully lit and the barbecue is up to temperature they have fully burnt out and don't impact the flavour of the food.

Hi Kelvin, there is a discrepancy between the display and the actual temp on the grate. However keep in mind that there is probably a discrepancy between a gauge or display and the grate on most barbecues. The temperature is being read at one spot, and temperatures can vary across a chamber. The discrepancy is going to have little impact on your cooking, and in this case if you do find things are going a bit slower or faster than you'd like, it's only the turn of a dial to adjust it.

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No the heat doesn't impact the colour at all. The red will fade a touch from sun damage if you leave it out uncovered. No nothing directly from the heat of coals.

Unsure where you are based, but this is where to buy in NZ www.bunnings.co.nz/char-griller-heat-deflector-smokin-stone-suits-char-griller-akorn-junior-bbq_p0096295

That's a very good question. I do not know. I doubt you'd fit a second grate in the jnr.

I agree, strange 😮

It is a little barbecue and designed for smaller cooks. One thing I do to increase the cooking area is to put tin foil or a foil tray over two of the three gaps in the ceramic deflector. It just adds a little extra indirect cook space and doesn't seem to have any effect on barbecue temps or cook times.

*Me, a solo adventurer, looking at grills built for 30 people and all of their ancestors* "These are all needlessly huge" [See how different people have different needs? Now you try]

The barbecue itself has held up really well. Absolutely no issues there. I had to replace the charcoal basket after about 4 years of quite regular use. Doesn't look as shiney as the day I bought it, but it definitely runs just as well. I would recommend buying a cover if you get one. Just helps extend the lifetime.

Thank you! Glad your enjoying it mate!

Glad you liked them!

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!

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We haven't personally had any of those issues since we've owned one. The only thing we've found is that it doesn't travel so well. We'd definitely recommend Loc-Titing the screws on assembly if people are planning for it to be mobile. Other than that, it's caused no issues for us. But at the end of the day, you're best to go with the barbecue that is best for you and what you want out of a barbecue.

I have had this grill for appx 2.5 years. I have used it less than 10 times but I've only run into the following: it was built incorrectly and the hopper was put in backwards (apparently a common mistake) but not the fault of Char Griller, the ceramic plates they give you are junk and crack. A bit pricey to replace due to shipping. The app is pretty bad. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. It's a HEAVY grill. I can't imagine anyone "traveling" with it unless they had to move. Otherwise it's been good. I like that every single part is replaceable. I do miss having a basic charcoal grill simply because I think it's easier to manage and those don't require electricity.

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Thank you 🙏 They are great little rigs!

Thank you mate, really appreciate the feedback!!

Yeah we'll definitely be doing something there mate. We've got the next couple lined up but keep an eye out

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No I'm not the maker, but we live in the same city as the maker. Yes they are a beast!! We love them. I'd get in touch with Octopit NZ for pricing mate.

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Good question. Other than a handful of times, I've almost exclusively used briquettes in the Jnr and Akorn. I don't have a specific reason other than initially it was just a supply thing. Briquettes were far more available. And now I'm so used to it that I just use them because it's so familiar. I know they do say lump only, but it hasn't affected the use of the bbq or the results by using briquettes

We can confirm it is very good!!! Would love to hear what you think when you try it!

It's Picanha, or rump cap which is the top part of a beef rump.

Thanks mate! They were definitely pretty tasty!

Yep, you're right, tallow does have a lower smoke point than some oils such as rice bran oil, or avocado oil, and can burn if the pan is too hot. If I had the pan directly over the coals it may have burned but in this case, it wasn't direct so I was happy to use it. I also really like the taste of our tallow. It's garlic infused so goes well searing, especially with red meat.

@@SmokinOakBarbecue thanks, makes sense

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Open the vents up. I tend not to do that if I can help it. If it over shoots it can take a while to come back down, so I just let it take its time. But short answer is to open the vents more then shut them back in as you approach your desired cooking temp.

They are available now through Bunnings. Special order via their website for now but I'm sure they will physically hit stores shortly. I'll do a full review video on it in the next few weeks.

Haha yeah I quite like it!

No the grill grates don't add much flavourwise. They are great if you're into SCA competition steak cooking but at home I wouldn't worry too much about it unless you want the grill marks. Personally I prefer a cast iron pan with a bit of beef tallow. That gives a great crust which definitely adds to the texture! Not too affected by the flooding thankfully. The worst of it seems to be in Auckland, we're about 90 minutes south. Lots of rain but no flooding here 🤞

@@SmokinOakBarbecue thanks mate. I appreciate the advice. Also glad that you're not too effected by the rain. I have subscribed to your channel.

Yeah they are great units!