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Need advice: charcoal
Posted on 9/1/14 at 3:48 pm
Posted on 9/1/14 at 3:48 pm
So I have been getting into grilling a lot lately, but I am having issues with charcoal temperature. Unless my thermometer is broken on the grill, it never gets over 200 degrees. I have searched all over the internet for tips on how to get it hotter, and can't find shite. I am using about 20-25 briquettes I guess. Do I just need more?
TIA for any help...
TIA for any help...
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Posted on 9/1/14 at 3:50 pm to RonFNSwanson
1 what kind of grill?
2 if its only 200 degrees, how does it feel on your hand? you can usually tell if you're thermometer is off.
2 if its only 200 degrees, how does it feel on your hand? you can usually tell if you're thermometer is off.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 3:52 pm to RonFNSwanson
Try hardwood lump instead of briquets
Posted on 9/1/14 at 3:53 pm to RonFNSwanson
grill, type of charcoal, how do you light them?
Posted on 9/1/14 at 3:55 pm to RonFNSwanson
Size and make of grill?
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:02 pm to OTIS2
20 to 25 briquettes doesn't sound like enough unless you have a pretty small grill. To be thorough, you can boil some water and place the probe end of your thermometer in it to test its accuracy. Like others have said, ditch the briquettes and switch to hardwood lump.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:02 pm to Jones
It was given to me I don't know the model or anything. It's about 18"x36". I'm using kingsford match light. I'm happy to try other stuff if that kind just sucks.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:04 pm to Mr Mom
quote:
ditch the briquettes and switch to hardwood lump.
Is this easy to find?
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:05 pm to Mr Mom
I bet the thermometer is either fried or is in need of calibration.
I second the advice to switch to lump charcoal and will also add to clean out the firebox so that ashes don't impede your airflow.
I second the advice to switch to lump charcoal and will also add to clean out the firebox so that ashes don't impede your airflow.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:06 pm to RonFNSwanson
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match light
just kidding but not my favorite. i bet your thermometer is not reading correct, or you're just not getting enough air to the coals.This post was edited on 9/1/14 at 4:14 pm
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:07 pm to RonFNSwanson
quote:
It was given to me I don't know the model or anything. It's about 18"x36". I'm using kingsford match light. I'm happy to try other stuff if that kind just sucks.
You think they gave it to you since they couldn't get it above 200 degrees?
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:13 pm to ruzil
Possibly 
But I don't see how it could be the grill's fault
But I don't see how it could be the grill's fault
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:14 pm to animalcracker
quote:
just kidding but not my favorite. i bet your thermometer is not reading correct, or you're just not getting enough air to the coals.
I leave it open. Really only close it to check the temp.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:15 pm to RonFNSwanson
What are you doing with the vents? Are the top and bottom vents all the way open?
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:15 pm to RonFNSwanson
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But I don't see how it could be the grill's fault
how is the ventilation ?
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:17 pm to BottomlandBrew
Yeah all the way
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:19 pm to RonFNSwanson
A charcoal pit is a thing of beauty. Think of your cooking time as a delicate art of foreplay that leaves the ones you serve with a continuous tingling feeling to come back for more from your pit. Once you conquer the art of not only getting, but maintaining the warm temperature you desire to properly grill your meat, the world is your oyster.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:22 pm to 4LSU2
Posted on 9/1/14 at 4:32 pm to RonFNSwanson
Ditch the Matchlight bro. Lump is very nice. Make sure it's cleaned out good and gets plenty of oxygen. If the thermometer you are referring to is on the pit and not a good aftermarket digital, chances are really good that its reading wrong. I've heard they can be 50-75 deg's off straight out the box.
Check some of these out: LINK
Check some of these out: LINK
Posted on 9/1/14 at 7:14 pm to RonFNSwanson
It's pretty easy to find it. Even places like Lowe's and Home Depot carry it. If you are in Baton Rouge, go to either Shoppers Choice or Goodwood Hardware and look for Ozark Oak.
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