Nobody Using Q Grills?


 
Except a Q electric is actually thermostatically controlled because it's only a "all on or all off" type thing. The controller bases how many on/off cycles based on sensed temperature. It's not like say a "rheostat" that would control how much heat is actually produced by reducing power draw i.e. as in turning down or up a gas valve. Yeah kinda a picky point but one which needs making.
 
Bruce said:
YUK.
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Yep, that's why I wanted an older model. I was looking for a Q220, but couldn't find anything within 100 miles. As you've mentioned, the 220/2200 is probably the best compromise for 2-4 people and portability. Although, I have to say, this little Q100 hit 500+ F within ~8 minutes.

For monitoring temperature, I use a probe which clips to the grate with a unit which displays surface temp, alerts at target temp, timer, etc.

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LMichaels said:
Except a Q electric is actually thermostatically controlled because it's only a "all on or all off" type thing. The controller bases how many on/off cycles based on sensed temperature. It's not like say a "rheostat" that would control how much heat is actually produced by reducing power draw i.e. as in turning down or up a gas valve. Yeah kinda a picky point but one which needs making.
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That, I did not realize Larry.
 
Scott-MI said:
Yep, that's why I wanted an older model. I was looking for a Q220, but couldn't find anything within 100 miles. As you've mentioned, the 220/2200 is probably the best compromise for 2-4 people and portability. Although, I have to say, this little Q100 hit 500+ F within ~8 minutes.

For monitoring temperature, I use a probe which clips to the grate with a unit which displays surface temp, alerts at target temp, timer, etc.

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If you go with a Q2xx, be prepared for a little longer heatup time and lower max temp than a Q100. Mine (Q220) effectively maxes out at about 450 as read by the lid thermometer and takes a while to get there. It might reach 500, but that would be on a 90 degree day with little breeze. But, I do not feel this as a limiting factor for me.
 
Which would be the correct thermometer to add to a Q1000? I saw a few YT videos but I'd rather ask the guys here. Or, is there another solution where I can use a wired probe to lay inside that connects to a gauge to get a temp reading? Not afraid to drill a hole in the lid but I'd rather hear from someone here on VWBB rather than on YT!

Thanks guys!
 
I’ve said it a million times, I love my Q-320 and use it almost every time we Q. Its killer for veggies.
I’ll be giving mine away for free with a brand new igniter next summer.
I picked up a new Q-3200 to break out when the house is finished and we move home.
 
ChrisG said:
Which would be the correct thermometer to add to a Q1000? I saw a few YT videos but I'd rather ask the guys here. Or, is there another solution where I can use a wired probe to lay inside that connects to a gauge to get a temp reading? Not afraid to drill a hole in the lid but I'd rather hear from someone here on VWBB rather than on YT!

Thanks guys!
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I bought one at walmart. I think it was Charbroil brand. Yah, I know, but it worked fine.


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LMichaels said:
One thing I am finding about the Q320 I have is the handle is badly designed. It gets rippin hot and they made it too close to the body of the grill
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If you're talking about the handle for the lid, does it have ceramic spacers/stand-offs installed between the plastic handle and the aluminum lid?

I've noticed some handles/lids are missing those ceramic spacers, or the previous owner installed them on the inside of the lid, which is incorrect.
 
Scott-MI said:
If you're talking about the handle for the lid, does it have ceramic spacers/stand-offs installed between the plastic handle and the aluminum lid?

I've noticed some handles/lids are missing those ceramic spacers, or the previous owner installed them on the inside of the lid, which is incorrect.
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They're in there. It's just badly designed IMO. Even with the spacers it's too close to the lid.
 
LMichaels said:
They're in there. It's just badly designed IMO. Even with the spacers it's too close to the lid.
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Got it. I can see how that could happen on the 3xxx series. More thermal mass, more vertical surface next to the handle, and 22,000 BTU input.

Personally, I do not use gloves/mitts while grilling, so it makes me wonder if Weber did any end-consumer testing/feedback on the 3xxx model.
 
I have never had to use hand protection while grilling on anything until the Q3XX. And I've had 2 of them. One of which I gave away after refurbing. Both cases very HOT handle on a longer grilling session at anything over the lowest of heat setting
 
At one time or another, I have had all three sizes of the Q. My first one was a Q200. No thermometer and low hood, but it was a great cooker. I agree with @Bruce that it won't get as hot as the 100/1000 series or certainly as hot as the 300/3200 Qs, but hot enough to do the job.

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That Q was given to my younger son and daughter-in-law as sort of a wedding/housewarming present.

I also had the newer version Q3200. I really liked its style and the 2-burner setup.

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It did take some getting used to, though, after cooking with the 200. I sold that Q for various reasons and miss it sometimes. Lately @Bruce and others have been showing big Qs they have seen and even gotten cheap. I am trying very hard to thin down my grill insanity, but if one of those deals was close enough to me, it would be very hard to say "No."

I also had a Q100 that had to serve as a "daily driver" when we first moved from Florida. It was a plenty hot cooker and turned out very fine food. If my wife and I were to go crazy and sell out to go on the road in an RV, I would want one of these. I just gave my Q100 to my sister as a gift. She was struggling with a Charbroil electric grill that couldn't pump out any heat. I know she will like this one a lot better.

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So, I have NO gas Qs, even unassembled ones, now. I do at least still have the odd-duck Q design, the CharQ. I have been working on finishing a customization of it, and I will post about that someday hopefully soon!
 
I've been using my Q1000 now for about a week, most nights. Adding a thermometer was a great help but I sure miss having side tables. At some point I might pass the 1000 along and get the 1200. I get the thermometer, taller lid, and side tables. Having a larger Weber for when there's more than one or two of us, the Q is plenty big with the 189 sq. in. cooking surface. I'm not in love with cleaning the cooking grates though. My Silver B has always had stainless. The other issue on the Q is the intentional design of the grates with its solid sections mixed with open bars as it does a pretty good job of replicating the effects of the Flavorizer bars on the bigger grills. I picked up the 12" Weber grill brush and it works OK on the Q but I'm also cleaning some residue with a couple wetted and wadded up paper towels on the next use before it gets too hot. I'd love a stainless option for the porcelain coated cast iron. I imagine there's a reason Weber doesn't offer one.
 
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