Wife got me an electric Masterbuilt a couple of years ago. I loved it, but first the internal thermometer went out. About a year later it kept throwing my outdoor GFI outlet - so I’ve been running it to a non-GFI outlet (I know it’s not smart OK so don’t lecture me). Last week the (**() thing shocked me a couple times opening the door. I’m plenty handy but have no desire to break it down and replace parts or wires. Looking to go to a propane smoker. Problem is that Masterbuilt seems to get the most stars in the ratings. Not sure I want to give them anymore money. Not looking to spend $500 if it can be helped. Looking for recommendations. Have over 20 pecan trees in the yard so not looking for a pellet smoker.
FYI. I probably make the best bacon in the world; therefore, the world is a much better place when I am at optimum smoking ability.
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i had the wiring on mine burn up too -
i liked the set + forget of my electric, but found that I can do just as good/better with a weber and the “snake method” using charcoal.
I agree with mhebbard. I have a Weber Smoky Mountain smoker. Using the minion method, I can light the charcoal, put on the meat, and it will cook for 12 hours or more at 225-250. Around $300-350. Order it on Amazon and they’ll ship it to your door. There is plenty of information online about how to use them with little effort and great results.
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^ full disclosure, have not ever had a propane smoker, but the charcoal method has been so easy for pulled pork + chicken which is 99% of what I am doing I will probably stick with it.
Masterbilt does make a good propane smoker from the looks of one i saw at lowes a couple years back, but have not used.
Mine is so easy that I’ll put a pork butt on just before bedtime and let it cook all night without checking it. Of course, pork butt is very easy to cook.
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Always found this website to have good info on grills, smokers, recipes, techniques, etc.
http://amazingribs.com/
Alveron custom cookers! I have the same grill that is in this video clip. They are custom made in Summerville by John Haney. You will not find a better wood over gas propane grill. Very simple to set, and with the micro adjustments you can hold it within one or 2°.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=A4B5yNzw-TQ
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I also recommend the Weber Smokey Mountain. You might be able to find a good deal at Lowes or Home Depot for the display model. My only regret is I didn’t get the 22" model, I have the 18".