madcat6183 Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 So I've had my CharBroil brand for 7 years and it finally is on it's las leg. It pains me to toss it, but every weld has pretty much corroded and only the stainless burners are still 100% working.Anyways, I have a propane smoker for the record, and currently have 2 propane tanks so I never run out BUT I also have a natural gas hookup on the back of my house too.I would LOVE to get a dual fuel propane/natural gas grill but we don't plan to be in our house much longer, and even if we are, I then have to buy a conversion kit, and would essentially have 2 propane tanks just to smoke.I also have been toying with the idea of a propane and charcol unit, a nice one, not junky one. Who is running one of these on here? I found one at Menards I like and looks to be really nice with a larger cooking area than a lot of the other models.If I was staying in the house I would definitely get a dual fuel propane/natural gas, but not sure the costs is worth it since the house we are looking at does not have natural gas hook ups and heats on propane.What are people using and how has the quality and life of the grills been? Like I said mine is 7 years old, I cover it whenever not in use and clean it really well after each use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted March 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 I want a new grill' date=' but my 10 year old Charbroil won't die. Even the damn ignitor still works. [/quote']See that's what Im talking about, I stopped replacing the battery in mine, but it still works too. I almost want to just buy the same grill for the 250 I paid or whatever and start over... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 I've always gone the cheap route and last year I had this same battle. I decided against the combo pit and I ended up just getting a Weber propane and have not regretted it since. The build quality is amazing and I've been able to do so many more things than I could with my old POS char-broil (which I loved cause it last me 7 years for $99) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted March 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 LOL right, Im rethinking that just looking at the grills available etc. I dont think Id use charcol over just smoking stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVTPilot Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 While I miss the taste of charcoal, I have a Four Seasons with the infared burners. Does a nice qiuck sear then a couple minutes on each side....steaks to perfection. Plus a nice little cooler and side burner. Admittedly, I got it on a wixked deal as there is no way I could afford one brand new. But I recommend the infared burner if you go gas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 Weber is worth the extra money. Very good build quality and very even cooking temps. Propane refills are $20, no point in running a gas line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBBaron Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 These look interestinghttp://www.traegergrills.com/Had them (or something similar) at Costco last time I was there. Always liked the thought of cooking with wood.Craig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted March 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 Weber is worth the extra money. Very good build quality and very even cooking temps. Propane refills are $20, no point in running a gas line.I have the gas line already, but in the end think it'd be most cost effective to stick with propane as well as my smoker already runs off that as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBBaron Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 Weber is worth the extra money. Very good build quality and very even cooking temps. Propane refills are $20, no point in running a gas line.Nice thing about natural gas is you never run out of gas mid session. Or worse empty a tank only to realize you forgot to fill the backup. Not that Ive ever done that. Craig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 These look interestinghttp://www.traegergrills.com/Had them (or something similar) at Costco last time I was there. Always liked the thought of cooking with wood.CraigTHAT is what I am talking about!!!!! I have been eyeing these for a year or so, Roush Hardware here in Westerville carries these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted March 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 I remember Costco having them too, knew nothing abotu them but dang they are BALLA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 The Traeger's are nice, but I just can't give up on the Weber products. BTW, Roush Hardware in Westerville has the most impressive selection of Weber grills I've ever seen. Only place I've actually seen a Ranch Kettle on display! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 I remember Costco having them too, knew nothing abotu them but dang they are BALLA.Yeah they rank as some of the very best that money can buy, and they are built like tanks and work awesome from what I hear. I think I just talked myself into one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 The Traeger's are nice, but I just can't give up on the Weber products. BTW, Roush Hardware in Westerville has the most impressive selection of Weber grills I've ever seen. Only place I've actually seen a Ranch Kettle on display!Webber's are excellent for sure "have 2" but the Traeger's are in a whole other league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 Traeger is one of the few grills I think I would give up my Webers for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 Webber's are excellent for sure "have 2" but the Traeger's are in a whole other league.You got that right... I really love my kettle, but there's just something very sexy about a thermostically controlled, auger fed, wood pellet grill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted March 6, 2013 Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 check out this bitch:http://uncrate.com/stuff/hasty-bake-legacy-grill/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted March 6, 2013 Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 We've had a cheap ass Aussie propane/charcoal grill for 4 seasons now, but it's rotten now and need to upgrade. Checked a few Charbroils out at HomeDepot that are still on sale from winter, last years leftovers. Decent stuff but still $200-up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerpaw Posted March 6, 2013 Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 If I remain stationed in OH, I will pull the trigger on a Weber S-310 in a few weeks. Way more than I want to spend, but read only "excellent" reviews.http://www.weber.com/explore/grills/genesis-series/genesis-s-310 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue-yamaR6s Posted March 6, 2013 Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 I love my weber grill...even cooking and had it since summer of 2006. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wicked94s10 Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 I picked up this gas- cahrcoal grill a year and a half ago and i love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jblosser Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 if anyone needs propane tanks, i can get them at our cost (employee/manufacturer) pricing - roughly half what you'd pay new, less if you want a blem (structurally sound/safe).we used to be able to get grills at cost due to supplier status - I'll check tomorrow if we still do that.probably cheap on Balloon Time Helium too, if you're into that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted March 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 I picked up this gas- cahrcoal grill a year and a half ago and i love itMore info please, this is the one I like after really looking into them. How many chicken breast's or burgers can you fit at one time on the gas side? I cook in bulk on Sundays and some Wednesday's so need to cook about 9-12 if possible at one time. Sound legit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jblosser Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 ^^^ looks like you could do at least 40 burgers/breasts at a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wicked94s10 Posted March 7, 2013 Report Share Posted March 7, 2013 I got the grill from lowes for 600 and they do go on sale from time to timeAS Far as overall size the grill is a monster but it doesn't hold a ton on each side, if you burn both sides at once its much bigger than a normal grill, if your planning on just doing gas you can get larger gas only grills. I have put six or eight burgers on each side before. I like the option of bring able to do gas or charcoal more than anything. When I'm in a hurry i throw the food on the gas side or when i want a damn good burger and have time to hang out i use the charcoalhttp://m.lowes.com/product?langId=-1&storeId=10702&catalogId=10051&productId=3583544&store=0003&view=specs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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