Temp gauge

[DonC]

Going to add a fixed temp gauge to lid of my Traeger. Any suggestions on where to locate it, top, sides, front, or back ? TIA

 

[RayClem]

I drilled a hole in the front of the lid of my Ironwood near the center. I placed it so the tip of the temperature gauge would be about 1/2" above the top grate, but not touching. If it touches you get bad readings.

Here is the thermometer I used. It has a large 3 3/16" dial that can be seen from 20 ft away. It has a 2 7/8" stem that allows it to reach into the cooking chamber.

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I recently purchased a Thermopro Temp Spike wireless thermometer. I am getting good agreement between the ambient reading of the wireless probe and the analog thermometer.

I do not have your particular Traeger model, so I cannot recommend a specific place on your lid to drill. Just remember to measure twice and drill once.

 

[DonC]

Thanks Ray my gauge arrived today.