Help! Looking to Purchase.. reading too much

[Treater Since 2008]

I think we're getting our "temperature issue" topics mixed up. Are you saying the issue is with Traeger's built-in meat thermometer probe? Or is the issue the lack of double-walled insulation on the Pro 575/780 (hence keeping stable temperatures in the cook chamber)? If the latter, I don't seem to find any issues when I'm cooking with outside temps above freezing. It's when it drops below freezing that I need to throw a blanket on the barrel.

If you're talking about the prior, yeah - totally agree. I own a ThermoWorks Signals which blows anything Traeger offers out of the water - Meater included. I can't believe Traeger had years ahead of the competition when it comes to WiFi controlled anything, yet their thermometers lack basic history tracking and notes. I can pull up a cook from 3 Thanksgivings ago on my Signals and see the entire history as well as notes from the cook. Very helpful at predicting dinners! Lol!

There is no need to spend a lot of money on a third-party thermometer. I installed a simple $10 analog thermometer near the temp probe un the cooking area. I determined that my grill was cooking 20 degrees cooler than what the Traeger temp controller indicated. I simply now cook at a temp dial setting 20 degrees higher. All is good.
But I still won’t buy another Traeger.

 

[jdebuhr]

On a positive note. I fixed my Gas grill ( needed a crossover tube, which I had) a new ignitor and all is good. The bottom is about gone int he cabinet so I will fix that in the spring or when I can.

On the Pellet Grill side.. I am back to the IW 650/885. need to decide if the bigger is needed. I finally saw a 650 today in person

 

[Shedd]

There is no need to spend a lot of money on a third-party thermometer. I installed a simple $10 analog thermometer near the temp probe un the cooking area. I determined that my grill was cooking 20 degrees cooler than what the Traeger temp controller indicated. I simply now cook at a temp dial setting 20 degrees higher. All is good.
But I still won’t buy another Traeger.

I don’t think that really works. My 780 is off at different temps, so if it’s off +15 degrees at 225 (mine is) I set to 240. After an hour or so it changes so might drop 15 degrees. Then bounce up to 230. In other words, it’s going to change during the cook so I’m not really worried about the fluctuations of the desired cooking temp 20 degrees one way or another will only affect the finish cooking time. I rely on my third party to monitor my done temp. I made the mistake on the first butt I did and went by the app on my iPhone, when I pulled my butt it was 215 with my pin thermometer, Traeger said 195. I ended up with mushy pulled pork.

 

[RayClem]

Ok,

I see aftermarket side shelves and such for the Pro units. Does anyone make a cover to fit with the aftermarket shelves in place?

The front mounted shelves are designed so they fold down out of the way. Thus, it does not interfere with the cover. A side shelf, however, is permanent.

 

[jdebuhr]

The front mounted shelves are designed so they fold down out of the way. Thus, it does not interfere with the cover. A side shelf, however, is permanent.

yes on the Ironwood.. was it you that purchased the aftermarket cover? if so, do you have a link to the one you know fits?

 

[traeger860]

yes on the Ironwood.. was it you that purchased the aftermarket cover? if so, do you have a link to the one you know fits?

I had the Traeger 650 cover but threw it away a few weeks ago. I bought this one to replace it: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08NJNSMNN/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My grill is under a covered patio, so I only need to cover it when I know I have a big rain storm coming in. New cover definitely isn't as thick as the Traeger one, so I don't know how it would hold up to extreme weather conditions. But I do like that it's easy to get on and off and it dries very quickly. The Traeger one was very snug (especially with the front shelf) and retained a lot of moisture.

 

[jdebuhr]

I had the Traeger 650 cover but threw it away a few weeks ago. I bought this one to replace it: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08NJNSMNN/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My grill is under a covered patio, so I only need to cover it when I know I have a big rain storm coming in. New cover definitely isn't as thick as the Traeger one, so I don't know how it would hold up to extreme weather conditions. But I do like that it's easy to get on and off and it dries very quickly. The Traeger one was very snug (especially with the front shelf) and retained a lot of moisture.

My future unit will be on a patio year round.. it will get snow on it, rain, etc. so I was told a cover is a must. One of the guys @ Ace hardware has the Ironwood 885, he recommends the 650 or 885. I even looked at the Weber EX4, which I did consider, now it is down to if the extra space is worth $200.

 

[traeger860]

My future unit will be on a patio year round.. it will get snow on it, rain, etc. so I was told a cover is a must. One of the guys @ Ace hardware has the Ironwood 885, he recommends the 650 or 885. I even looked at the Weber EX4, which I did consider, now it is down to if the extra space is worth $200.

I'm not sure how well the cover I have would hold up to extreme winds or winters. Someone else that lives in a similar climate to you might be able to recommend something. I'd still go with something other than the Traeger cover though. It'll be cheaper and also easier to take care of. The material that the Traeger cover is made from is thick and durable, but it's hard to clean and takes a long time to dry.

 

[RayClem]

yes on the Ironwood.. was it you that purchased the aftermarket cover? if so, do you have a link to the one you know fits?

The cover I got for my Ironwood 885 is the

Ravenna Classic Accessories Grill Cover 58"

It is currently on sale at Amazon, but might also be available at Home Depot or other stores. It was not at my local Home Depot, so I ordered from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Classic-Accessories-Ravenna-Grill-Cover/dp/B00D2VUN0Q

 

[jdebuhr]

The cover I got for my Ironwood 885 is the

Ravenna Classic Accessories Grill Cover 58"

It is currently on sale at Amazon, but might also be available at Home Depot or other stores. It was not at my local Home Depot, so I ordered from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Classic-Accessories-Ravenna-Grill-Cover/dp/B00D2VUN0Q

Thanks,

I decided on the Ironwood 885.. I will go order it from Ace Hardware on Wednesday.

 

[CMTiger]

Thanks,

I decided on the Ironwood 885.. I will go order it from Ace Hardware on Wednesday.

Awesome

 

[RayClem]

Thanks,

I decided on the Ironwood 885.. I will go order it from Ace Hardware on Wednesday.

Because Ace is an authorized Traeger dealer and handles warranty repairs, they should assemble the grill properly (no loose screws, etc. ). They should deliver the grill to your driveway fully assembled. Be sure to read the instruction manual. I know, real men don 't read stinkin' instruction manuals; but in this case, you will be glad you did. Be sure to follow the instructions for doing a burn in of the grill to burn off the vegetable oils used to coat the internal parts and to provide some non-stick seasoning.

Be sure to let us know how your first cooks turn out. My first cook was some boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they turned out like jerky. However, I learned quickly how to make tender, juicy, tasty meats and vegetables.

 

[jdebuhr]

Because Ace is an authorized Traeger dealer and handles warranty repairs, they should assemble the grill properly (no loose screws, etc. ). They should deliver the grill to your driveway fully assembled. Be sure to read the instruction manual. I know, real men don 't read stinkin' instruction manuals; but in this case, you will be glad you did. Be sure to follow the instructions for doing a burn in of the grill to burn off the vegetable oils used to coat the internal parts and to provide some non-stick seasoning.

Be sure to let us know how your first cooks turn out. My first cook was some boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they turned out like jerky. However, I learned quickly how to make tender, juicy, tasty meats and vegetables.

Well We will need to se what the weather is like. I might be cooking in the cold. Here the forcast is 20's next week and I know the Ace I am going to buy it at does not have it instock

 

[Parrothead1809]

Thanks,

I decided on the Ironwood 885.. I will go order it from Ace Hardware on Wednesday.

We bought through our local ACE as well. They brought it assembled and ready to rock. Great buying experience. Good luck with the new purchase!

-PH

 

[MidwestSmoker]

Thanks,

I decided on the Ironwood 885.. I will go order it from Ace Hardware on Wednesday.

You should also order the temperature probes, FireBoard, Inkbird or Thermoworks.