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    Trying to decide on which pellet grill

    Only thing I didn't like about the MES pellets wwer they weren't insulated like the old MES were. Looked like thin metal to me. There are a few reviews on YouTube on them.
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    Looking for suggestions sealing a GMG grill

    I was thinking FireBlack but that looks to be a similar product. The gasket maker the guy used was Permatex high heat silicone.
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    Looking for suggestions sealing a GMG grill

    One of the modders on the owners group on FB used a tube of high heat gasket maker, applied it to the lid and then stuck saran wrap on it and closed it. He ratchet strapped the lid closed and let it sit for a couple days. He then peeled off the plastic wrap and had a custom gasket. That said...
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    Trying to decide on which pellet grill

    I have a MES with a mailbox mod and a Amazen Smoker in it. Recently have had some electrical issues with it (its 9 years old) and I upgraded to a GMG Daniel Boone. I've been though about 5 cooks with it and I get a lot more smoke flavor than my MES produced. I really like the size and...
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    Doing 2 pork butts this weekend for Super Bowl

    Also, a little tip for chicken I just learned.  Cover it in baking powder and let it sit over night.  Should produce crispier skin.  I have never really had crispy skin cooking chicken in the MES (cooking at 275).  I normally toss it on the grill afterwards for a quick crisp up.  I am testing...
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    Doing 2 pork butts this weekend for Super Bowl

    I use Bilbos (http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/77564/billbos-world-famous-dry-rub-bbq-sauce-recipes) rub and then SoFLQer's finishing sauce.  People rave about my butts. :)
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    Whats your favorit scotch, rye, whisky or burbon.

    Bourbon - Buffalo Trace (unfortunately I can't find it around by me anymore) and Bookers Rye - Bulleit Rye Scotch - Balvenie Carribean Cask
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    Come Back Every Day to Win! A-MAZE-N Products Thanksgiving Giveaway

    If I win the A-MAZE-N-PELLET-SMOKER Contest, I plan to smoke brisket, ribs and some PP for Thanksgiving.
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    Come Back Every Day to Win! A-MAZE-N Products Thanksgiving Giveaway

    If I win the A-MAZE-N-PELLET-SMOKER Contest, I plan to smoke brisket, ribs and some PP for Thanksgiving.
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    Buying a used meat slicer: what to look for?

    I currently have an el cheapo old one now. The motor is pretty shot, barely will slice anything. I'm looking at a 12" Univex Boston slicer. Just wondering if there is anything I can look for before I agree to buy.
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    Buying a used meat slicer: what to look for?

    I'm going to look at some used meat slicers in the next couple days. I am wondering if there is anything I should be looking for that would call off the deal. Just want to make sure I don't throw down the money on a commercial slicer to get it home and have to put more money into it. Any help...
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    Pork belly costs?

    To be honest, I didn't even look around at any of the butchers yet.  The way the people had their things labeled was off the wall.  Everything was super pricey.  I saw a 2lb pork belly for $8 and was like ok, I'll bite.  Then she said that it was per pound price but a 2lb package.  Oh, so $8 a...
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    Pork belly costs?

    I'm glad I saw this thread.  I had just placed an order this weekend at a farmers market with a local farm for some belly.  They were charging $8 a lb.  I figured that was high and this thread confirmed it.  Will be canceling that order.
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    Mes 40 any tips for cleaning window

    My only tip for cleaning the window is don't even try.
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