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When I first got my gasser, I put a Maverick thermometer probe directly on the grate. This way I got a sense of grate temp vs knob settings. More accurate than the lid (dome) temp reading.

For the indirect cook when the steak is over the Unlit burners, the other burners are set at a low setting (less than 300 deg F on the grill thermometer). For the final direct cook, the burners are on high, close to the highest setting (about 600 deg F on the grill's thermometer). The steak is...

I don't like cedar planks because I found them too overpowering. I prefer alder wood planks. I get about 4 to 5 grills before they are used up. Then I can break them into chips for the final cook. As for cost, I purchased 30 alder planks (5 in x 11 in) and 50 alder planks (4 in x 7 in) for...

Different source, different conclusion: https://www.thespruceeats.com/the-secret-to-a-juicy-steak-995233 http://www.clovermeadowsbeef.com/long-steak-rest/

I also have the E-330 gas grill, with the searing burner. I use the reverse sear method to cook my steaks. I discovered this about two years ago, and it is the only way I now cook steaks, particularly rib-eyes. Let steak sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before putting on grill...

I have the EP-330, and bought the rotisserie, which doesn't work very well because there is not much vertical clearance. But the main issue is the burners are laid out in the wrong direction for the roto. They should be parallel to the spit, rather than perpendicular to it. I put the left...

I have switched to Alder wood planks. I got a box of about 24 planks for about $30 from Outdoor Gourmet in Idaho. The flavor is milder and more subtle than cedar.

I went to my local Asian food market and purchased a wok for about $30. They had a large selection of sizes.

I agree with your Veranda covers. My first cover for my Genesis was a Weber cover. It was thin and flimsy and didn't last very long. I replaced it with a Veranda cover, which was less expensive than the Weber cover. And the Veranda cover has already lasted much longer than the Weber cover did.

I had one Weber grill cover for my Genesis, but it didn't last very long. I am not impressed with Weber's quality of their covers. I purchased a Veranda grill cover next. It was less expensive than the Weber, and it has lasted much longer.....

I think I could tell the difference between something cooked with equal amounts of mesquite versus alder wood.

My daily CI is a Wagner skillet and a Wagner Dutch Oven from the 1950s. I find it is much smoother and lighter than the heavy and rough texture finish on the current Lodge products.

Current production CI is OK, but you should really use antique CI skillets that were made more than 50 years ago. I use a 65 year old Wagner skillet that works much better than the current Lodge skillets. Vintage cast-iron skillets and Dutch ovens from the mid 20th century were made with much...

I just had my tank refilled today from bulk. 4 gallons (17 lb) for $11.00. That is $2.75 per gallon. Blue Rhino wants $18.00 for 15 lbs. (3.5 gal) @ $5.15 per gallon.

I bought one at Target a couple of months ago for $59.

I have used this company for alder planks. They sell seconds, which are fine for me since I am burning them up anyway. I bought 30 planks (5 in by 11 in) for $26.00. Shipping is free for orders over $35. http://www.outdoorgourmet.com/wood-grilling-planks

Wrap a yardstick with aluminum foil, which would work just as well.

I use Cutters Backyard Bug Control to control mosquitos in my backyard. An application lasts a few weeks. It costs $10 a bottle at Lowe's.

I just picked up all 3 books on my iPad for $3.39. Thanks for the heads up.

Amazon sells 18.5 WSM covers made by Veranda for $25. The Weber covers are not very good quality in my opinion. My Veranda cover for my Genesis gasser is 5 years old and still looks great. https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00NGO54AS/tvwb-20