Recent content by Frank M.

I did a quickie break-in with a couple of scoops of coals, some mesquite, pecan and hickory wood chunks, a Jimmy Dean Fatty, a few strips of bacon and a couple of chicken leg quarters. Used the snap jet gas ignition to light the coals. Worked flawlessly! Just smoked a couple of Pork Butts and...

Perhaps you can remove the hose from the regulator and burner then blow thru the hose (you now have the hose only with nothing attached to either end) with your mouth to see if the hose is clear. If you can do that easily, it's NOT the hose! If you cannot blow through the hose, the hose is...

Whenever you buy something used like that, always make sure you fully inspect it before use. Using the owners manual is helpful for identifying parts (download it if it did not come with one from Weber), care, cleaning and troubleshooting. Otherwise contact Weber/Technical and get the most...

Found the Briquet test under "Operating Tips and Mods" and then under "Reference Topics".

Just saw a Briquet test on the Virtual Weber Bulletin Board here...can't remember where...but it's a burn test that answered my question above... with the new Weber Briquets, Kingsford Blue regular, Kingsford Blue premium long burning and another one..not sure which one. Was pretty interesting...

They are not cheap here either. About $20 for a 20 lb. bag.

Hi, I'm Frank M. and new to this TVWBB. I Just picked up a shiny new WSM 18" and looking forward to a couple of good seasoning sessions. Waiting for a Stainless Steel Door with latch to arrive. Has anybody tried the new Weber Briquets yet? I just received a promotional sample today from...