Gas BBQ/Grilling

Glebee · 13-04-2021 5:26pm

cubatahavana wrote: »

I’m ordering a suckling piglet (small). I’m planning to do it in my gas grill with the rotisserie attachment. I’ll keep you posted. Any tips?

Thats sounds fcuking lovely, what time will I call over at????:D:D

cubatahavana · 13-04-2021 5:49pm

wicklowwonder wrote: »

Where are you ordering one? Would love to try one.

Trying from fxbuckley

Gloomtastic! · 13-04-2021 7:01pm

You see suckling pigs in shrink wrap in big Spanish supermarkets. When she was younger, my daughter wanted me to buy one so we could bury it!

cubatahavana · 13-04-2021 7:25pm

Gloomtastic! wrote: »

You see suckling pigs in shrink wrap in big Spanish supermarkets. When she was younger, my daughter wanted me to buy one so we could bury it!

Yes, I’m Spanish, so I will be adapting some Spanish recipe for rub/marinade, even though I think it’s super simple (probably salt pepper and a little lore). It’s very traditional in the central counties. Let’s hope the price is not prohibitive.

Pipmae · 13-04-2021 8:41pm

Gloomtastic! wrote: »

You see suckling pigs in shrink wrap in big Spanish supermarkets. When she was younger, my daughter wanted me to buy one so we could bury it!

Oh my I laughed out loud at this. The innocence.

wicklowwonder · 13-04-2021 11:38pm

cubatahavana wrote: »

Trying from fxbuckley

Let us know how you get on and if they sort you out! Might do similar later in the summer when we can have a few people over help me eat it!

sron briste · 14-04-2021 10:02am

Total newbie to bbqs and clueless but want to get a portable one. I like the look of this one but it says i will need a hose and regulator.

https://shop.calorgas.ie/cadac-safari-chef-2-pro-qr.html?currency=EUR&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpdqDBhCSARIsAEUJ0hMnGkPpYa7frYikLXZtSXxUd9O_MydEPQ-1EeksU7ZjV6L2vqYQ3joaAkEbEALw_wcB

Are the hose+regulator easy to get? Can i get one with the gas cylinder?

Appreciate any help.

Kat1170 · 14-04-2021 10:37am

No idea about the BBQ but they sell hose and regulators as well.

Tilikum17 · 16-04-2021 9:19pm

I'm looking at the sahara 3 burner oak gas barbecue.

Would anyone have an idea if it's worth a punt?

Brainz · 17-04-2021 9:03am

Tilikum17 wrote: »

I'm looking at the sahara 3 burner oak gas barbecue.

Would anyone have an idea if it's worth a punt?

In the same boat, although I've put an order in so I'm hoping it's a winner

irish_stevo815 · 17-04-2021 10:43am

Tilikum17 wrote: »

I'm looking at the sahara 3 burner oak gas barbecue.

Would anyone have an idea if it's worth a punt?

It looks the business alright. Had the Phoenix 3 Burner ordered in Woodies but saw the Sahara when I went in, was only 50 quid more.

Kinda wished I picked it up instead but the phoenix looks decent enough too.

wassie · 17-04-2021 12:01pm

Tilikum17 wrote: »

I'm looking at the sahara 3 burner oak gas barbecue.

Would anyone have an idea if it's worth a punt?

Just picked up one myself. If you are thinking about it you may want to grab one as stocks are low across the country. Sahara are selling these direct from their website for €435.00 (inc shipping) and not available until mid May. Materials were well packed, no damage and instructions are very clear to follow.

You would be hard pressed to get something at that price point (€350 @Woodies) with similar quality & features. For me it was decent quality materials (incl grilling plates that also works with the Sahara accessories), gas bottle storage & grease drip tray. I also like that it fits their accessories, like the griddle pan. No rotisserie option and side burner, but I have no use for these myself. I have a preference for timber also, but others may be put off by this.

spider_pig · 17-04-2021 7:59pm

I bought a phoenix 2 burner from woodies today and I'm shocked at how poor the gas flow is on it, takes ages to cook anything, pressure looks very low coming out of the burner when on turned to high.
I'm just thinking would this be due to me having it connected to butane as its a lower pressure regulator?
Would I get a better outcome having it connected to propane?
I had a propane one before this and the gas coming out was great I could cook with the lid open or closed.
This one tends to need the lid closed at all times to get anywhere but still takes a life time to cook.

Dizzyblonde · 17-04-2021 8:26pm

I'd say it's the gas all right. Butane is no good for barbecues, you really do need propane.

spider_pig · 17-04-2021 8:46pm

Dizzyblonde wrote: »

I'd say it's the gas all right. Butane is no good for barbecues, you really do need propane.

Great to hear that and it's not the bbq, it was just a friend gave me a free bottle of it to save me buying one, I had intended to buy propane when it's empty but was thinking the bbq was at fault

Dizzyblonde · 17-04-2021 9:01pm

You'll need to change the regulator on your hose for the propane cylinder, of course.

spider_pig · 17-04-2021 9:03pm

Dizzyblonde wrote: »

You'll need to change the regulator on your hose for the propane cylinder, of course.

Ah yes I've done that I took the propane one off the bbq and stuck the one from the heater on it for the butane, when I buy the propane it will be going back to the heater

cubatahavana · 17-04-2021 10:16pm

spider_pig wrote: »

I bought a phoenix 2 burner from woodies today and I'm shocked at how poor the gas flow is on it, takes ages to cook anything, pressure looks very low coming out of the burner when on turned to high.
I'm just thinking would this be due to me having it connected to butane as its a lower pressure regulator?
Would I get a better outcome having it connected to propane?
I had a propane one before this and the gas coming out was great I could cook with the lid open or closed.
This one tends to need the lid closed at all times to get anywhere but still takes a life time to cook.

Don’t know about the 2 burner, but I have a 4+1 burner Phoenix since last year and it’s working perfectly still (2-3 times per week). I only had to change a screw a month or so ago

Tilikum17 · 17-04-2021 10:49pm

wassie wrote: »

Just picked up one myself. If you are thinking about it you may want to grab one as stocks are low across the country. Sahara are selling these direct from their website for €435.00 (inc shipping) and not available until mid May. Materials were well packed, no damage and instructions are very clear to follow.

You would be hard pressed to get something at that price point (€350 @Woodies) with similar quality & features. For me it was decent quality materials (incl grilling plates that also works with the Sahara accessories), gas bottle storage & grease drip tray. I also like that it fits their accessories, like the griddle pan. No rotisserie option and side burner, but I have no use for these myself. I have a preference for timber also, but others may be put off by this.

Hopefully if it’s there tomorrow I’ll grab one.

spider_pig · 18-04-2021 1:19pm

cubatahavana wrote: »

Don’t know about the 2 burner, but I have a 4+1 burner Phoenix since last year and it’s working perfectly still (2-3 times per week). I only had to change a screw a month or so ago

I'd say it's down to the butane having lower pressure and as it heats lower to propane. It does be on full blast bit it's a poor amount of gas coming out for it when it's on high. I was going to buy propane but a work mate gave me a full bottle of the propane

Tilikum17 · 18-04-2021 2:16pm

wassie wrote: »

Just picked up one myself. If you are thinking about it you may want to grab one as stocks are low across the country. Sahara are selling these direct from their website for €435.00 (inc shipping) and not available until mid May. Materials were well packed, no damage and instructions are very clear to follow.

You would be hard pressed to get something at that price point (€350 @Woodies) with similar quality & features. For me it was decent quality materials (incl grilling plates that also works with the Sahara accessories), gas bottle storage & grease drip tray. I also like that it fits their accessories, like the griddle pan. No rotisserie option and side burner, but I have no use for these myself. I have a preference for timber also, but others may be put off by this.

Got it this morning. There was one left in woodies Galway (wellpark) none in the other woodies. In case anyone in Galway is looking.

cubatahavana · 18-04-2021 10:12pm

Rotisserie chicken tonight

cubatahavana · 18-04-2021 10:12pm

And end result

Tilikum17 · 20-04-2021 2:29pm

Are the smoker box things worth buying? Just looking at it there in woodies.

The Nal · 20-04-2021 2:59pm

Tilikum17 wrote: »

Are the smoker box things worth buying? Just looking at it there in woodies.

Yep. Do it. Can make a big difference.

cubatahavana · 20-04-2021 4:06pm

Tilikum17 wrote: »

Are the smoker box things worth buying? Just looking at it there in woodies.

I have one box and use it frequently. I think it makes a difference

daddy_boy · 20-04-2021 6:56pm

Hi not sure if this is the right place but i am trying to source a replacement regulator for my weber q3000 ( https://www.ersatzteile-grill.de/Weber-Verteilereinheit-Q3000-65794 ) any pointers

Dizzyblonde · 20-04-2021 7:11pm

I've moved this to the Gas BBQ/Grilling thread. Is it the whole distribution unit you need?

daddy_boy · 20-04-2021 7:58pm

oops sorry

i just need the pipe that goes from the regulator to the burner, but i dont think that it is sold separately, the whole unit is for sale in the usa for approx 100ish usd plus 40 ish usd for shipping and then i will be hit for import duties

wassie · 21-04-2021 8:39am

Have tried contacting Weber directly?
https://contact-emea.weber.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000671118-How-do-I-find-replacement-parts-for-my-grill-

Dizzyblonde · 21-04-2021 9:38am

I too think that contacting them would be your best bet - it's worth a try anyway.

cee_jay · 21-04-2021 10:53am

cubatahavana wrote: »

I have one box and use it frequently. I think it makes a difference

Does it sit on top of the grill or underneath it?
I bought one last week and am yet to use it - hoping to do some duck breasts this weekend with the smoker if I can figure it out!

The Nal · 21-04-2021 12:04pm

cee_jay wrote: »

Does it sit on top of the grill or underneath it?
I bought one last week and am yet to use it - hoping to do some duck breasts this weekend with the smoker if I can figure it out!

As below!

cubatahavana · 21-04-2021 12:14pm

The Nal wrote: »

As below!

Couldn’t focus on the box there. I usually put it on top of the grates

The Nal · 21-04-2021 12:17pm

cubatahavana wrote: »

Couldn’t focus on the box there. I usually put it on top of the grates

TBH I think I started it on top of the grates and once the wood was lit I moved it up. Nice kiss of smoke from it either way.

Also lighting 1 or 2 bits of charcoal and putting them on tinfoil and closing the lid works too for a touch of charcoal smoke.

Gloomtastic! · 22-04-2021 7:50pm

Just cooked 4 Aldi packs of wings. I reckon 80+. They covered the whole grill at one stage. Low and slow - about 40 minutes. Half of one got burnt.

Served with Franks, my BBQ sauce or just with rub.

Gutted I didn’t take a pic. I’ll have to do it again soon.

thejaguar · 22-04-2021 8:10pm

Gloomtastic! wrote: »

Just cooked 4 Aldi packs of wings. I reckon 80+.

You must've been hungry!

Gloomtastic! · 22-04-2021 8:25pm

thejaguar wrote: »

You must've been hungry!

We were. Very.

Sebastian Dangerfield · 22-04-2021 8:30pm

cubatahavana wrote: »

Couldn’t focus on the box there. I usually put it on top of the grates

On top of the grate - does it work well? Ive been putting mine below, wedged between the two flame covers.

cubatahavana · 22-04-2021 8:37pm

Sebastian Dangerfield wrote: »

On top of the grate - does it work well? Ive been putting mine below, wedged between the two flame covers.

I think it does the job, but it’s difficult to test, as the flavor (if any) is mild. I never have a smoke ring

beertons · 22-04-2021 8:42pm

Gloomtastic! wrote: »

We were. Very.

Tell me this now. What bbq have you got?

Gloomtastic! · 22-04-2021 9:03pm

beertons wrote: »

Tell me this now. What bbq have you got?

You sound like the Dad in The Commitments.

Home Store & More about 4 years ago. 3 burners. I brought it inside in the winter for the first time last year. Amazed it’s still going strong, I put it together. But it is.

beertons · 22-04-2021 9:13pm

I know it. Holds loads. I'd find it hard to get heads to eat that amount of chicken round here

I was mad for a new gas bbq last year, but it never happened. And the current one gave up completely. I have the Joe though, but it's a bit more hard work.

ctlsleh · 27-04-2021 11:29pm

The Nal wrote: »

TBH I think I started it on top of the grates and once the wood was lit I moved it up. Nice kiss of smoke from it either way.

Also lighting 1 or 2 bits of charcoal and putting them on tinfoil and closing the lid works too for a touch of charcoal smoke.

Nice idea on the charcoal.......

tscul32 · 01-05-2021 1:42pm

Currently assembling the 4 burner sahara. It's very sturdy. Rotisserie accessory being ordered later. And picked up pizza stones in lidl on Thursday so will try that soon too. Lastbbq was a homestore one, 4 or 5 years old now. Still working so we'll hold onto it for the big family bbqs.
Interesting to read about butane vs propane. We have butane cylinders just cos the first one we ever got had a butane regulator, never knew there was a performance difference. Will sort out propane for the new one.

OU812 · 01-05-2021 10:28pm

Lads, hoping for a little advice. Looking to buy a largish gas BBQ & currently looking at the Omaha 5 Burner Gas Grill (€599) & Sahara 4 burner (€549) both in woodies. Would love to go for a webber but funds don't stretch that far.

Out of the two of them, which do you think is the better buy? I really like the Sahara one, but the Omaha one has the extra burner & seems like a sturdier piece of kit

tscul32 · 01-05-2021 10:37pm

OU812 wrote: »

Lads, hoping for a little advice. Looking to buy a largish gas BBQ & currently looking at the Omaha 5 Burner Gas Grill (€599) & Sahara 4 burner (€549) both in woodies. Would love to go for a webber but funds don't stretch that far.

Out of the two of them, which do you think is the better buy? I really like the Sahara one, but the Omaha one has the extra burner & seems like a sturdier piece of kit

We debated the same and went for the Sahara. Used it this evening and no complaints. The heat reached well into every corner and the extendable warming rack was very handy. The cooking space isn't as wide as the Omaha but it is deeper. And it's very sturdy, much higher quality that our old homestore one anyway. One good thing is that you can easily buy spare parts and accessories online.

eldamo · 12-05-2021 12:03pm

Ok, I don't know if this is the correct place to post this, but it does seem pretty active, so I will try,
Last summer, in a panic, I bought this cheap lump....
https://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/3450901/c_1/1%7Ccategory_root%7CGarden+and+DIY%7C14418702/c_2/3%7C19285823%7CBarbecues%7C14418875/c_3/4%7Ccat_14418875%7CGas+BBQs%7C14418882.htm
urgh, I don't need telling that it was a bad idea, I would have been better off stockpiling toilet paper.

anyway, I did just about everything wrong, it said butane or propane, so I got a flogas butane cylinder from the local service station,

go to set it up, the regulator provided with the bbq was for propane,
I probably should have switched the cylinder for a propane one,
instead, I bought a new butane regulator from the same service station,

the bbq basically never worked, a puff of wind would put it out, even when alight it never actually got hot enough to cook anything, I am pretty sure I used it twice last summer, and the second time I brought everything inside to finish under the grill because I just got fed up with it.

So, this year, took it out, cleaned it up, decided to use it within the shed with the door open, just to stop the breeze putting it out,

doesn't appear to be the breeze putting it out, still wont stay alight.

did some troubleshooting, seemed that maybe it was a dud regulator.... shop I bought it from has a bit of a bad rep, so I thought, to give it one last chance before flinging it on the tip I would order a regulator from flogas to give it another go...

arrived today, attached.... will barely light let alone stay alight...

I am worried now that it may be something far simpler

did I pick up an empty or almost empty gas cylinder in the first place...

so I am trying to make sense of the markings on the bottle.

It has a metal disk around the neck of the bottle that has tare 13.9kg, Is this the empty weight of the cylinder?

It says 11.34kg on the side, is this how much gas fits in it?

I weighed it and it is 15.1kg....

as I said, I bought it last summer, barely used it, could someone confirm what weight it should be full or empty

given my guesswork there should be 1.2kg of gas in there, would that effect the flow rate coming out?

I am going to check if my neighbor has a gas cylinder I could try...

any other suggestions welcome, otherwise it will be going on the tip, the amount of time and money I have wasted on a cheap and cheerful bbq.....

never again!

padyjoe · 12-05-2021 1:56pm

Tare is tare, that's the weight of the cylinder, the fill volume is 11.34kg, 25.24kg in total. Give it a good shake to see any liquid sloshing around. If can't hear it, empty. If there's a small amount left in it, it maybe still not enough to keep all burners lit. Low ambient temp doesn't help either.

eldamo · 12-05-2021 2:12pm

neighbors gas cylinder works fine

must have picked up an empty one,

balls, a year back too so just have to swallow that, ah well, sausages for dinner

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