It won't fit!

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1stlink

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Decisions decisions decisions do I want a #2 Or a  #3? We are empty-nester seniors and don't entertain a lot.

My real question is what won't fit in the #2? How about full racks of ribs and brisket?

Thanks
 
Racks on the #2 are about 15x15 inches.

Racks on the #3 are about 15 x 20 inches. 

If its just two of you the #2 should be fine.  The #3 would fit longer racks of ribs. 

John
 
Thanks John. I was aware of the dimensions and I guess that I should have worded my post differently. I just wondered if #2 owners had any particular problems or shortcomings other than sheer volume, etc.
I would guess that Racks of Ribs need to be shortened. Brisket?? Other items??
Anyway I'm pretty sure that a #2 will be my best choice. No need to smoke empty space 99% of the time...  ???

I previously owned a #1 but that's another story.
 
I have a #3 no need to shorten ribs. A full rack fits nicely. You can fits two racks on a single rack.
 
Thanks es and yes, at 20" deep I would't expect any problem loading ribs with a #3.. Post was directed to #2 owners but all comments are appreciated.  ;D
 
I have a model 2 and have to cut my slabs of ribs in half. The other thing to consider is with the permanent mounted probe sometimes it is hard not to get the meat too close to it. I like to have a little space from the meat so it doesn't affect the temps it's reading. I just did a 10 lb turkey in mine and I just turned it a little to clear the probe. I really like my #2 but now that I have used it for over a year, if I had it to do over I would get the #3 for the extra depth. When your friends start tasting the food you produce out of one of these, you find yourself cooking a little extra each time!
 
bigbassnutt said:
I have a model 2 and have to cut my slabs of ribs in half. The other thing to consider is with the permanent mounted probe sometimes it is hard not to get the meat too close to it. I like to have a little space from the meat so it doesn't affect the temps it's reading. I just did a 10 lb turkey in mine and I just turned it a little to clear the probe. I really like my #2 but now that I have used it for over a year, if I had it to do over I would get the #3 for the extra depth. When your friends start tasting the food you produce out of one of these, you find yourself cooking a little extra each time!
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Thanks Mike, I kinda guessed that ribs would have to be cut and thank you for confirming. Size does matter.. lol. I'll give it more thought.  :-\
 
No problem with ribs in my #2. Have done a 13 lb turkey and a 10 lb brisket no problem. I would guess that hanging sausages might be an issue but I haven't tried that.
 
I have a #2 and can smoke more than enough for most occasions.  My kids got me the rib rack for the #2 for father's day...it has 7 slots and holds 3.5 racks of ribs, cut in half.  I also throw a couple of baked potatoes in the top rack.  That's more than enough ribs for my wife and kids, so I usually do 2 racks and foodsaver left overs. 

I can fit two 6# chickens side by side in the smoker, and I will occasionally do an 8# butt on one rack with no issues.  A 13# turkey fits nicely, and I have done a couple of 6# turkey breasts side by side on one rack.  When I do the mac & cheese smoke, I can fit a 12x9" pan on a shelf.  Other than that, it holds more than enough chicken breasts or thighs for pulled chicken, etc.
 
Thanks Walt, Bob & Steve,

I'm convinced that #2 will do fine for us and I'll be ordering as soon as I hear back from Steve.

I want to have the same setup as Walt's with the PID controller, etc. but I wanted to find out if an optional digital model was imminently available from the factory.

Thanks again all for the great feedback...  ;D
 
As they say, one picture is worth 1000 words. those are great looking ribs and a very convincing reason to own a Smokin-it smoker...

Thanks for sharing John...
 
Thanks Steve. I just heard from Steve L and I'm in the process of placing an order for a Model #2....  :)

PS, I lived in Slower DE (Sussex cnty) a long time ago.
 
I love the slower lower (DE) as they call it. 

I posted the pic just to show how the racks fill up. 

Regardless of which you pick (#2 I read) after your first smoke or three you wont even remember what you paid for the unit. 

I love the #2, but if I had to do it again I'd prob get the #3 (just in case).

The racks on the #2 fit perfect in the dishwasher too.  The #3's you might be tight?

Enjoy either you get.  You will!

John
 
LOL!  Finally some folks that have a Delaware experience!  I grew up just outside of Dover, so I am pretty much a slower Delaware person at heart.  Moved to the big city of Wilmington about 20 years ago.  Nevertheless, you can't beat the Delaware beaches in Sussex county, playground of the DC folks!
 
Well the #2 is on order. Thanks to all here again for all the advice and comments.  :)

Steve, I'm a PA native but spent my youth in DE including Dover area etc. Great times in the diamond state...
 
I know 1st Link ordered his #2 and I am sure it will work just fine for him. But for anyone wondering, I do fit my #3 racks into my dishwasher. But, it is a tight fit and I have to put them in horizontally and the stick out a bit but slide up against the door when I shut it.

I am glad I got my #3. But I do regularly smoke very large batches of Snack Sticks and jerky and need all if the space.
 
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