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Offline rmueller95

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Intro from Arizona
« Reply #-1 on: October 30, 2016, 10:19:02 PM »
Hi everyone. I'm a recent transplant from the Midwest (go STL Cards!), to now Mesa, AZ. I sold my trusty Weber kettle when I moved, bought my first pellet grill and now I'm hooked. Although my first experience was not pleasant, it hasn't spoiled my quest for a better grilling experience. It all started with a spontaneous purchase from Home Depot. I walked in for a new toilet and came out with a Traeger Elite. Not to intentionally bash Traeger, I love the brand and their marketing, but our 3 month relationship was quite dysfunctional. After 3 controllers replaced in 3 months, I spent more time awaiting new parts than I did grilling. It was quite the lemon and a frustrating experience. Obviously I'd like to avoid that experience moving forward.

With that said, I've got my sites on either a Green Mountain Danielle Boone or a Camp Chef Smoke Pro DLX (both less than $700). I'm leaning towards the Camp Chef but the 1 year warranty bugs me. Any thoughts or recommendations are appreciated.

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Re: Intro from Arizona
« on: October 30, 2016, 10:36:45 PM »
Welcome to the forum.  I own a Rec Tec and love it.

I have a home built cooker that uses a Traeger  controller and believe me I know how you feel 
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #1 on: October 30, 2016, 10:58:54 PM »
Welcome from North Carolina.

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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #2 on: October 30, 2016, 11:42:36 PM »
Welcome from N. Ontario Canada.
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Intro from Arizona
« Reply #3 on: October 31, 2016, 12:42:20 AM »
Welcome to the group! I know I am not spending my $$...lol, but if I were I your shoes, and that close to spending $1000...I'd personally go with a Rec Tec.  I've read much more positive feedback/reviews on the Rec Tec then the 2 you are looking at. Just my opinion ;-)
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #4 on: October 31, 2016, 12:55:27 AM »
Greetings from North Texas.
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #5 on: October 31, 2016, 01:14:42 AM »
Hi

From what I have heard, for a pellet grill, the MAK is the best out there.  Not cheap though.
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #6 on: October 31, 2016, 01:22:13 AM »
Welcome from northern Cali.
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #7 on: October 31, 2016, 01:38:57 AM »
Welcome from Southern California.

My first pellet grill was a Traeger. I stepped up to a Memphis in 2010 and never looked back!
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #8 on: October 31, 2016, 06:08:11 AM »
Here's another NC welcome  ;D

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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #9 on: October 31, 2016, 06:50:18 AM »
Welcome from SE Georgia!
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #10 on: October 31, 2016, 08:48:40 AM »
Welcome from Manitoba, Canada ;D
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #11 on: October 31, 2016, 09:28:08 AM »
Welcome from So-Cal.

1000 bucks...the Rec Tec is the winner.

You want the best............Mak one star General 1600 bucks............you are set for life with this American made marvel.........
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #12 on: October 31, 2016, 10:04:43 AM »
Welcome from Indiana.
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Re: Intro from Arizona
« Reply #13 on: December 02, 2016, 01:27:41 PM »
Welcome from South Arkansas/North Louisiana.  Real Good Stuff here! Happy Holidays!  Better luck with your next purchase
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