BBQ Guru Adapter Mod

I got a BBQ Guru CyberQ WiFi for Christmas.
The manufacturer recommends installing the adapter through a vent hole. I decided to mount the adapter in a separate hole. I can then use the ATC on either of my WSMs. If I choose not to use the ATC, I can just leave the kill plug in the adapter and all the stock vents are fully functional.

I bought an extra WSM adapter and kill plug when I ordered my CyberQ WiFi.

WSM vent holes are 3/4", the WSM adapter is 1 1/4" ID. I have a 7/8" hole saw, and decided to use it. 7/8" is also a good choice because it is 1/2" trade size for electrical fittings. If I ever want to blank up the hole, a 1/2" electrical knockout (KO) seal will cover it right up.

I put blue tape over the hole drilling area and marked it out. I drilled a 1/4" pilot hole, then used my 7/8" hole saw. I did my 18 1/2" WSM first, then the 22 1/2".

7/8" hole drilled half way between the left leg and vent (it will be directly below my probe grommet).


Adapter installed (outside).


Adapter installed (inside).


Adapter side view.


Fan installed.


Kill plug installed.


18 1/2" inside grate view.


22 1/2" side view.


Both WSMs, also showing the probe grommet directly above, and the thermometer mod.


Bob

Both installs look great- it had to have been hard to drill that first hole in your WSM!

Very clean Bob. I especially like the idea that a simple elec knockout will fill the whole if/when the ATC is no longer used. I like that much better than the tape over vent holes idea.

Hey Bob,

Nice cut and fit. I have same setup with 18wsm and suggest you get a small plastic bucket, cut a hole in bottom to fit adapter. Place bucket over adapter, adjust fan opening and attach it with writing facing the sky. Pull bucket down over fan and you will not care if it rains.. Of course the BBQ Guru should be in a zip lock bag during bat weather. Good luck with the system, I know you will love it!

Good idea, thanks.

Quick question for you, Bob. How snug does the adapter fit against the bowl, inside and out? I'm assuming that you just drilled in straight, keeping the pilot perpendicular to the bowl at the point of entry. Is that about it?

I like the idea of keeping the full functionality of the smoker without having to remove the adapter to be able to utilize the vents.

Looks good Bob. I like the fact it can detach easily. Nice job.