George B. Ross wrote:
> 43fan ) opined:
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>>Complete newbie to the group, and somewhat of a newbie to
>>smoking. Bought the real inexpensive Brinkman charcoal
>>smoker this past spring, used it about 8 times throughout
>>the summer. Tried brisket fairly quickly, and although it
>>wasn't as tender as I think it should've been, IMO, it was
>>"decent"...
>>
>>Anyway, I'm hoping that I can get some help here. Also
>>hoping I don't get flamed too harshly, but, I've been
>>around usenet for quite a while and the skin's gotten tough
>>over the years, so I suppose I can take it.
>>
>>Anyway, I've really enjoyed using the smoker. I also
>>really enjoy grilling. My gas(should I duck now?) grill is
>>about shot, and it's time to buy something new. I prefer
>>gas for the grill simply because of the quick heating and
>>very high temps I can get. Although, I have to admit, I've
>>never tried a charcoal chimney(is that the right word?) nor
>>have I tried lump...
>>
>>What I'm wondering is, is there a grill/smoker combo that I
>>could get that would be at least "decent", and here's the
>>kicker... in the $300-$500 range?
>>
>>I don't know what anyone's opinion is on the Char-Griller
>>Super Pro Grill/Smoker is, but would it be possible(and
>>worthwhile) to take something like that, convert the grill
>>portion to gas, and then add the side fire box to use it as
>>a smoker?
>>
>>Or would I be better off to get a good 3-4 burner grill,
>>and use it "like" a smoker, using just one burner with the
>>meat set off to the side?
>>

I can't comment on the C-G'er but as for trying to use a
gasser as a smoker I would definately not advise. I have a
Weber Silver B gasser and I was using it for ribs as you
suggest trying. The bottom of my grill got so coated with
grease that it was a total mess. After I let it cool down
from the fire I cleaned it out and immediately ordered a WSM
for my smoking. They even peacefully co-exist side by side
on the patio. ;-D

Long story short - use the right tool for the right job.


--
Steve

Sometimes I lie awake at night, and I ask, "Where have I
gone wrong?" Then a voice says to me, "This is going to take
more than just one night"