Expert Charcoal Grill Review!

[@truckertriesfarming9792]

I've had this grill for a few years. It's an awesome budget grill, especially with the higher end features. Current cost is $97, but my wife picked it up on clearance, for around $60. Spend the extra few bucks for the cover, especially if you plan to leave it on the patio, all year long. Mine lives in the garage, half the year, but I still keep it covered. It's great for beginners, or folks that just want the smoky charcoal flavor on their burgers and steaks. It will hold up to minor neglect and abuse, though you do want to put forth an effort towards care and maintenance, just as you would for anything else. Again, great grill. I recommend it.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Great point about having a cover! We have a huge building out back where our outdoor cooking equipment lives, year-round. I agree with the care and maintenance you mentioned as well. We still love it and it's still serving us well!

[@truckertriesfarming9792]

@@OldCountryCooks Oh, wow; appreciate the pin! My garage is fairly sizable, too, lol. I still use the cover, in there, because I weld, cut wood, a do a lot of other stuff in the garage. Without that cover, I'd have 2 inches of dust to knock off, everytime I wanted to grill something.

[@dexterGVIDEO]

Hey this accessories i want you know how can buy online this add

[@montellwilliams811]

@@OldCountryCooks say , have you ever cook baby back ribs 😋 on it 🤔 , good review

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@bigtroller]

I just bought this bad boy, great review on it! Love the channel! Cant wait to get it goin!

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you very much my friend! Have a great weekend!

[@HeilRay]

I just got this for 96 bucks at Wal-Mart. Literally finished putting it together with no issues except one thing.

[@OldCountryCooks]

You will enjoy many cooks with this. Just keep it clean and about once a year tighten up the screw or replace them when the get worn. I'm still cooking on mine today. They also sell a small charcoal rotisserie grill. I have a video on that one too on how to assemble and I have some cooks on it as well. Thanks for coming by my friend! Chef John and Rebecca

[@coffmanlove2020]

: Anyway, like I was sayin', shrimp is the fruit of the sea. You can barbecue it, boil it, broil it, bake it, saute it. Dey's uh, shrimp-kabobs, shrimp creole, shrimp gumbo. Pan fried, deep fried, stir-fried. There's pineapple shrimp, lemon shrimp, coconut shrimp, pepper shrimp, shrimp soup, shrimp stew, shrimp salad, shrimp and potatoes, shrimp burger, shrimp sandwich. That- that's about it. Ps I'm getting this this week for my birthday 🎂

[@JADub87]

Thanks for the review. I am going to pick up one today.

[@lookoutnow4996]

Jermaine Watson Sr. Make sure you have the said amount of screws. I assembled mine today, but was missing 4 M6×35 screws. Now I have to go to homedepot.😡

[@philhenderson5748]

I have one also. And I just seasoned it with vegetable cooking spray inside and out to extend the life of my grill so it can last me years.👍👍👍✌️

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you so much my friend! Chef John & Rebecca

[@derrikjonathannvassar9618]

I had 1 of these lasted me 8 years, smoked ribs,turkey,brisket,chicken, grilled on it too. very good grill sturdy too 👍💪🏻

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you Derrik!

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@countryboyusa25]

My wife just bought me an 24" Expert Grill last week and I love it ... I have done a smoked Ham, and some home made smoked BBQ on it with wood and it done really great

[@OldCountryCooks]

So glad to hear that. It's still doing a great job for us so I know you're going to get years of great food from yours. Thanks for letting us know about yours. What kind of BBQ dud you make? Beef or pork? Yum, I love both.

[@countryboyusa25]

I make the Eastern Southern BBQ with Wood .... Then I have some home made sweet and sour BBQ of my that I put on it before it is done

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@ANGEL-gd5qg]

Just bought one today and very happy me and the wife are excited for Jesus's sunday resurrection day happy Easter everyone 🙏

[@OldCountryCooks]

Same to you!

[@davidbrockett1]

Just got one of these few upgrades I'm thinking of are seal the lid and fire door then put racks where the coals will sit to make the tray last longer ✌️

[@OldCountryCooks]

Those would be great. I have the seal for my lid and door but just haven't put it on there yet. Have a great day my friend!

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@odarkxcommands]

Sold!! I'm buying now. Love from the UK

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you so much my friend!

[@starseed2222]

I love my grill. Had it for 2yrs now

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you very much my friend! Hope you have a great weekend!

[@DJJS7]

Just Purchased one!! I'm in love! thank you guys!

[@OldCountryCooks]

We're glad you got one and we know you'll really enjoy using it. Thanks for letting us know you got one!

[@1103671120]

Had to have WM put together for me😄

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@captainorale610]

got one in a storge locker buy. was going to sale but since it's so cheap i decided to keep! Made chicken last night, and today you showed my family possibilities amazing. Going to make mine a charcoal kitchen with the accessory I am going to buy. Thanks

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you Captain! Chef John

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@joshk8316]

OH but it gets EVEN better look at y’all!!! Extra perfect accessories for the grill 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼👏👏👏👏

[@tylerhughes5420]

I have this grill. It's perfect for searing you can get an absolute jet engine sear. However the dampers do not make a tight seal and the lid doesn't shut all the way down tightly so it's very hard to keep a low and slow cook going. Temps go up too high

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Tyler! You are right. On mine i purchased a high heat gasket for the lid. My vents work good. For a low and slow cook I use less charcoal I use the snake method. Thank you so much for your comments.

[@johnspradley4270]

Taking off the rubber bumpers on the lid help s a little, and I mean a little.

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@CanadasFoodieClub]

I found one the exact one only the crank mec is missing but it is a great coal BBQ, and I love it , I am going to buy a second one new and use the one I found and turn it into a smoker

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you so much my friend!!

[@thephatcyclist1766]

Just got mine can't wait to break it in.

[@Cotystevens]

Got mine today for my birthday gift. Excited to fire it up and see her potential.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hope you are getting some good use out of this! Still cooking on mine!

[@Cotystevens]

@@OldCountryCooks 2 years later and still loving it, been looking into propane just because it’s less sample for my apartment no that I don’t live in the house anymore

[@louiswhite1445]

Great video. I've had my eye on this one and I'm going to go ahead and get it.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank yo so much friend!

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@EsmereldaIndigo]

This is great! I am looking at this one.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thanks. Chef John & Rebecca

[@niknicolec9847]

I was hoping it can be wood and charcoal! Ugh… thank you for all the info

[@OldCountryCooks]

Yes you can burn wood in any charcoal grill. Thanks for coming by!

[@MrMegaFredZeppelin]

That's Good2Know😃I just got mine at Wal-Mart for $107 totally assembled😁Thank you for posting this😀When I saw it was you two I clicked on it😁A "BIG"👍🏻Have a FUN & SAFE 4th of July Weekend😉ROCK ON!!!!!!!🤘🏻🤙🏻✌🏻

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you so much MegaFred! I hope you are getting some good use out of it so far! ROCK ON & CHEERS my friend!

[@alancatchpole7494]

Just bought one not used it yet but picked up some good tips of your review like the restaurant stainless grill.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@richardresendez2325]

Thank you for the review 👍👍

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you my friend!

[@abcomatic]

Great review, and thank you for all the comments! I just bought mine a few days ago, and was curious: how long did it take to assemble? was the assembly easy or hard? I'm sure I can do it myself, but didn't know exactly how long it takes. Appreciate any comments.

[@OldCountryCooks]

It was easy and took about an hour. just take your time with it.

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@ArcanePath360]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@OldCountryCooks]

You're welcome. We are still enjoying this grill a year later. John is still experimenting with methods to cook on it. I'm glad you found this helpful, thank you for letting us know. ~Rebecca

[@ArcanePath360]

@@OldCountryCooks Thanks. I just bought one of these and look forward to using this weekend.

[@shashenlingham131]

Pleaae can you do a video on how to install the charcoal tray

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you very much my friend!

[@louisebaxter3665]

Thanks

[@OldCountryCooks]

Welcome

[@joshk8316]

Thank you I just bought one exactly the same one at WalMart but during the coronavirus so I got it for $77.00 dollars an I been cooking on it for 4 days now and it’s beautiful only if you know how to use a charcoal grill!

[@kittkatt032]

Mine is still showing $97

[@joshk8316]

LiveLaugh MakeLove / I must of got a deal idk but this grill is nice for the price

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@Calibir1]

Where did you get the SS flat top griddle???

[@chefmesser420]

Put foil in your ash catcher. Very good video thanks!

[@dennisprow7576]

Just baught this grill. Good point will do.

[@quickplaya]

I know this is an older video.. but anyone know how to fix the vent dampeners from becoming loose? It just has a locking nut and washer and when you open and close it it loosens badly. Any suggestions to keep vents tight?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thanks. Chef John & Rebecca

[@quickplaya]

@@OldCountryCooks would like an answer

[@OldCountryCooks]

@@quickplaya All i can tell you is to replace it.

[@misterj1396]

Great review. I’m only concerned about possible rusting and any peeling on the inside of the grill.

[@mannzutier]

I have the same grill. So far I haven't had any issues but I only grill maybe twice a month.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Great point!

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@jayalonzo6650]

What size is that griddle? It fits perfect thanks for the video.

[@OldCountryCooks]

It's about an inch shorter all around.

[@juzzonmorris]

Great video! I've got one , and this is the best grill that I've used to date. Where do you order from but replacement parts for this grill??

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you Viz. You can find them here: www.clagrills.com/grillparts/expert_grill/expert_grill-grill-parts-home.htm But most part for all grills are universal so most of your needs you can get for Walmart or Lowes and Home Depot

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@ryanbuikema8022]

Picked one up today at WM!

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Ryan, you are going to LOVE how versatile it is. Ours is still in great condition, John cooks on it a lot!

[@SoChicagoAries]

Just bought it but reviews saying it melts fast and paint comes off after 2 uses

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you very much my friend! Mine didn't. After my 2nd year of use I resprayed it with high heat grill paint. Still cooking with this grill.

[@quirogan]

Hi, I'll be buying this grill next week. Thanks for the review!! Where did you buy that griddle? That's also something I've been looking for. Thank you!

[@OldCountryCooks]

I got mine from a local Hispanic store but you can do a search on line they are easy to find

[@quirogan]

@@OldCountryCooks thank you! Since I got the grill I'm amazed at how efficient it is. The griddle went down in tje list of priorities, I'm gonna aim for Brazilian skewers first, as those things are way cooler to grill with. 😉👍🏻

[@frozentimes7845]

Awesome cooking grill, I've enjoyed mine. I seen in your video you have used the snake method for smoking, any tips I have cooked dozens of Boston butts indirect on gas I wanna start cooking them on charcoal, not sure how many brickets to use to start with ? Would 2 rows high get it started good an hold my heat constantly? Thanks for your time

[@OldCountryCooks]

I would do 3 rows and if you need more you can alway add while cooking and yes this grill get really hot with very little coal.

[@MarcBridie]

Just got mine last night for an early Father's Day gift. It is still in the box. Nice review. I do not cook or grill so am abit nervous. Wish you would have provided links to the accessories you showed. And do you have videos of y'all using the accessories?

[@OldCountryCooks]

The accessories are sold at most lowes or homp depot we got ours at a local Hispanic store and here is one of our cooks on the grill. There are many more before this cook on our cooking channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWXSpaZvlqt_sNU

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@michaelcollins6700]

my warming rack will not stand anymore but a great grill

[@AlteredCarbons]

thanks for the review on this. i been looking at it at the wally world now for 2 months . i really liked it but they didn't have any out to look at. but now ima buy it

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Arnnnnn]

Great review guys:) do you have the link to that griddle top?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you so much my friend! I got mine at a local Hispanic store but they sell them at Lowe's HomeDepot, Target, and Amazon just make sure you measure the inside grilling surface area to get one that fits the best and a little front over hang is ok.

[@Recoil816]

My only concern is whether the coal tray will rust out or not. These types of grills are notorious for that.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Recoil816. Thanks for coming by and commenting. They will rust but I cover or line mine with heavy duty foil and I change it out ever so often. I think the biggest problem with this grill is the sealing around the lid. I had to put a gasket around mine and I will show that process soon. If you don't close the gap up you have to use less coal or wood to control the heat. Mine is still working fine today. Here is a cook I did last weekend on it. "Taco Seasoned Pineapple Impaled Grilled Chicken!(Season 3 Episode-65)"kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4vaYqejlsetZ5I

[@jimp9133]

@@OldCountryCooks what did you use for the gasket?

[@OldCountryCooks]

@@jimp9133 Hey Jim! I bought high heat stove door gasket from Lowe's I'm sure any hardware store will carry this item.

[@OldCountryCooks]

We have now added our cooking channel to the site and changed the name to Old Country Cooks. So if you like Cooking Grilling and Smoking we got you covered here for that also. Hope to see you back soon Chef John.

[@vladmaterial]

do the vegetable pans and things come with it or are they yours? thank you, great review!

[@OldCountryCooks]

No, the accessories don't come with it. We bought ours at a local market.

[@marigolds9201]

Where did you buy that drip pan accessory?

[@operationblackout9306]

I bought the 32 inch version of it how’s your 24 inch expert grill been holding up is it really a good quality grill?

[@OldCountryCooks]

It's a great quality grill. It still looks good and the controls are still smooth. We like it. So much we bought another in the Expert Grill line, a rotisserie grill. I don't think you'll be disappointed, just care for it by keeping it covered or in storage when not in use.

[@MrT6bill]

Can you tell me where to get that stainless steel flat-top?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey MrT6bill. I got mine from a local Hispanic Store but you can find them online easily. Lowe's, Home Depot and Target sells them also. Just measure the inside of your grilling surface and get one just a little bit bigger. Just do a search for "STAINLESS STEEL FLAT TOP FOR CHARCOAL GRILL" hope this helps my friend. Chef John & Rebecca

[@Defender4all]

Hel lo Rebecca !!!

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thanks for watching Defender. Chef John

[@brendagoad1788]

How did you get your small rack to stay in please let me know 🙂

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hi Brenda. Are you talking about the upper rack? If so there are 2 hole on each side for the support arms

[@HealthyLiving.7]

Great video. Can I use a rib rack on this to slow-n-sear smoke several full rack ribs offset cooking? If so, how would you recommend it? Thanks.

[@HealthyLiving.7]

CastIronSkillet I just came from Costco with a measuring tape and measured their ribs. They sell most packets for about 30 bucks for 3 full racks. The rib-racks seemed a little long and Lane, they were about 18 in long. The Expert Grill griller grates are about 16 inches in length. Rib rack holders that I've been researching average about five slots hold 5 rib racks on their side. But if the grates are 16 inches long, I'm thinking I will have to cut an inch or two off of 4 slabs of ribs, and then use the fifth rack slot to hold the combined pieces I would needs to cut off. Does this sound right? I'm trying to do the math. haha.... keep up the great videos.

[@HealthyLiving.7]

CastIronSkillet I'm a fan of snake method, which I thought was what people did on a Weber Kettle. Thank you so much!!

[@davidl4603]

I just bought this yesterday and the tray won’t go up or down, any help?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey David. I not sure. I had mine for about 5 years. I'm sure you just missed something there. I would just undo that section and make sure you got everything in the right place.

[@meatcranium4280]

That’s definitely “Good to Know”. Expert Grill is made By Cuisinart/Conair. The only reason I know that is because I have 2 of There digital temp probes, and they broke on me. There customer service is Horrible. I have been waiting for 5 months for replacement probe wires. They are Hugely incompetent. 💪🏼👍🏼

[@HealthyLiving.7]

That's strange, I read that Expert Grill is a Walmart trademark. Confused.

[@meatcranium4280]

KALEL KALEL cuisineart/ Conaire makes Expert Grill. The name may be Trademarked by WalMart but it is assembled by cuisinart/Conaire, Walmart doesn’t make anything. They slap labels on already created stuff

[@bassinbillRC5300]

Question: how do you add charcoal from my chimney?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey William! There is a door on the front face you just open it up and add your coals or charwood.

[@bentleyfatheree1616]

Where did you get the stainless pan

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Bentley! I got mine at a local Hispanic store but they sell these at Lowe's , Home Depot, Target. Just do a search on google. Portable stainless steel flat top for grill. Measure your grill surface to make sure what you buy fits. Chef John

[@jarmanolivares]

Great video! Have you used wood in it? Thanks

[@serengetisavannahcamps9750]

We love to get a hall charcoal grill how do I buy it for our camp

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thanks. Chef John & Rebecca

[@ejeangilles]

I bought the same. What type and size cast iron grates did you buy

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thanks. Chef John & Rebecca

[@blackharley75]

Where did you get the comal from?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey my friend. I got mine from a local family owned business. Just do a goggle search for stainless steel flat top. You can order them from HomeDepot, Lowe's or Target. You'll find lots of other places online. Just measure your grill to make sure it fit inside it and over hangs over the front. Have a great July 4th week.

[@mrgooddeeds3115]

Please let me know where I can find that griddle. Thanks great review

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hi, we bought ours at a little store that sells Mexican groceries. John says Target also has some similar. I'd try the Mexican stores first.

[@mrgooddeeds3115]

Tyty

[@monkabrahms7997]

I'm picking one up tomorrow but I did read a lot of the reviews on Walmart it said that there was some rusting out problems with the charcoal tray and paint peeling, is your girl holding up okay?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Mine is still good I have put a little high heat paint on the spots that peel off.

[@chrystinadelahoya1404]

Why does the ramp not go up

[@OldCountryCooks]

Don't know but mine works fine

[@countryboyusa25]

This is a follow up on the Expert Grill ever who buy it from Walmart they will need to make sure all the screws are tighten up on it.... If you buy it already put together

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Wendell, great advice. It's true no matter here you buy anything assembled, especially with fire inside. Thanks for leaving that reminder for us all.

[@MrOwaisk]

Great video. Would you preffer this over webber 22"? Also where did you bought that silver griddle?

[@OldCountryCooks]

We can't compare it to the Webber, we've never used one. The griddle was purchased from a local shop that specializes in Latino products. Check out your local shops.

[@Blackdog4818]

So, 5 years later, is this grill still working?

[@OldCountryCooks]

I use it all the time. I take care of it by keeping it covered up. Thanks for coming by.

[@Blackdog4818]

Finally started it up last night. But the gauge never worked. But it was cold and I only put a small amount of charcoal in. Should I be concerned?

[@OldCountryCooks]

@@Blackdog4818 If you have any doubts about if the thermometer works I would just unscrew it and check it inside my oven. Hope this help

[@Blackdog4818]

Good idea. Thanks.

[@nunyadambidnis2274]

As far as ventilation goes...am I suppose to open the bottom also? I don't want to cook it like an oven. I want to grill.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Nunya! The bottom vents are like any charcoal or wood burning grill. The more it's open the more air you feed the fire the hotter it gets to a certain point. If you are doing a hot fast cook just open all the vents but if you are doing a slow cook with control temperature then you need to close the bottom vents about 1/4 inch closed then adjust to maintain the temperature you want, The bottom vents just helps regulate your temperature.

[@ebonykp43]

@@OldCountryCooks what about the top vents

[@oldboy323]

Thanks for the information. Been looking to purchase this grill. Question, where did you find the reasturant quality flat top grill? Thanks again, good video. Kirk

[@OldCountryCooks]

Kirk Kinsella we bought it at a store that sells Hispanic items. Walmart sells the cheap version of Blackstone griddle that you might like.

[@oldboy323]

Thanks for your reply. And the helpful video.

[@videoman4424]

did you have to season the cast iron grates?

[@OldCountryCooks]

No they will season up real well with your cooks

[@joshk8316]

Witch parts are the ones to really clean and give a little bit extra love to ?

[@kittkatt032]

The slide out tray that hold the burnt charcoal dust. Clean that so it doesnt rust.

[@joshk8316]

LiveLaugh MakeLove / Will do 👌🏽 I noticed after three cooks on it that trey fills up fast an kinda hard to dump out so I used one of kids shovels lol 😂

[@ComputersForNerds]

Might want to loosen a couple screws and realign your lid, it looks a little off center

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you Brian! Have a wonderful week my friend!

[@Anjanya1948]

Can you give us a link of your stainless insert? Also the cover?

[@OldCountryCooks]

I bought my insert at a local store but just do a quick search on google and they are sold at a lot pf places including Target, Home Depot and Lowe's just measure your surface area of your grill and get one that's just under that measurement.

[@robertturriff9836]

I would like to know where can I get the griddle from

[@OldCountryCooks]

Amazon: amzn.to/3s75FWI Target, Walmart, Home Depot. Just google it and you will find the all over. I got mine from a local Hispanic store. Just measure your grill to make sure what you but isn't too big.

[@marcelodineck]

Every time I open or close the grill the second layer of the grill falls off, did you have the same problem?

[@OldCountryCooks]

no and still using mine. I would go back and reinstall the charcoal bed

[@marcelodineck]

@@OldCountryCooks My problem is that thin grill, where we usually put the vegetables, every time I open the lid, it comes loose and everything on top falls out.

[@marcelodineck]

Do you know what I mean ?

[@reginaeiland9358]

Can you please share where you got you accessories from. Especially the last item that your wife said cooks even

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Miss Thomas! You can get these at Lowe's, Home Depot, Target or search on line for the best price. I got mine from a local privately owned Hispanic business. Just make sure you measure the inside of you grill front to back and side to side to make sure you get one that fits. They do come in all sizes. It can hang over the front just a little bit.

[@reservoirfrog1]

Can you smoke a brisket on this?

[@OldCountryCooks]

You sure can! You can add chunks of wood to the hot coals while the meat is on the grill or you can use wood and no coals. I'd recommend using the heat source on one side and putting the meat on the other side.

[@dennisprow7576]

Much like oiling a cast iron skillet is there a way to keep the grill from rusting with cooking grease or anything?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Yes you want to burn the grates off after each use and then put a very light coat of oil on it and also si the paint peels just get some high heat rustolenum spray paint and touch it up.

[@maskari5400]

How much charcoal do you need for a temperature of approximately 250 degrees celsius with this grill?

[@OldCountryCooks]

That's almost 500f. I don't know the answer to that. It depends on the airflow, how long do you want to maintain that temp...a few factors to consider. Have you tried googling that question?

[@maskari5400]

@@OldCountryCooks Thanks for getting back to me, I have not been able to find an answer. I usually put about 1.5kg of charcoal and with this barbecue I would be lucky if I can get the temperature above 150 celsius. How much do you usually put in to get about one hour of cooking time ( mainly for chicken and beef)?

[@OldCountryCooks]

I'm not sure how much I use but we have a cooking channel and I have a few videos of me cook all sorts of meats on there and I show the charcoal prep as well. Just look click on the "show More" on the left side just below the video and a drop screen with come down and click on our cooking channel "cast iron skillet kitchen" then just search our videos.

[@tanishkasiddhi2238]

can we use it with wood?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hi, yes, you can use wood with this.

[@donovanmcneal9332]

Where did you find the flattop for that grill!??? I need one lol

[@OldCountryCooks]

You sure do need one, they are great to cook on. John got ours at a local store that sells Hispanic foods and items. We got this for a steal. John said that Target sells them, I'd check it out online and ship to the store.

[@donovanmcneal9332]

@@OldCountryCooks do I just google flattop for expert Charcoal grill!

[@dmithsmith5880]

They make the same one now with a offset smoker box on it, the main body of the grill looks identical except the lid is a little different. Must be from the same factory in China. check it out It's a Landmann vista with smoker.

[@vpatel3493]

9:36 - From where you bought that steel plate

[@OldCountryCooks]

We bought it at a local store specializing in Hispanic foods. Small store.

[@tiffanysgottimetoday4589]

I can’t get my warning rack to stay on at the top

[@OldCountryCooks]

Sorry it took so long to respond. I work take it off and make sure you put it on right.

[@ebonykp43]

How do u keep the temp at 350 without it going up to 400

[@OldCountryCooks]

You control the heat by how much air flow you let in and how many coals you use

[@jakethesnake9528]

Where did you get the griddle?

[@OldCountryCooks]

Hey Jake! I got mine at a local Hispanic store but they sell these at Lowe's , Home Depot, Target. Just do a search on google. Portable stainless steel flat top for grill. Measure your grill surface to make sure what you buy fits. Chef John

[@jakethesnake9528]

@@OldCountryCooks Thanks a million for your help, really appreciate it!!

[@newt66c33]

i got but cant get the gret to go up or down

[@OldCountryCooks]

Not sure how to help with that.

[@tayydoll2]

Have smoked a turkey on that grill

[@OldCountryCooks]

No, but if you set it up just right you could probably do it. I'll have John reply here to explain how. Thanks for the good question.

[@tayydoll2]

Thank you

[@audiovideophile]

How’s the leakage of smoke if your trying to smoke?

[@OldCountryCooks]

It does leak. i just bought a grill gasket from Lowe's and put around the lid

[@1div2agent74]

Love the grill but expert grill charcoal is terrible

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you my friend!

[@salram2727]

Expert grill is a pc of scrap. I bought one and had to return it. Very cheap material paint peels off very quickly I wouldn’t recommend expert brand to anyone. Very disappointing at it. Good thing store where I bought it from took it back. I’m pretty sure this couple will also be disappointed at it in less than two months.

[@OldCountryCooks]

It's been over a year now and I still cook on mine almost every weekend. If you're that hard on grills maybe you need a stainless steel grill. Good luck with that. Thanks for the comment.

[@salram2727]

Good2Know congrats your has lasted that long specially using it “every weekend” lol. Mine was a newer model which only was less than an 1/8” thick with a very cheap paint coating. And I followed all of the instructions and still didn’t work out and peeled off within couple of uses for that reasons I don’t trust that brand. Probably a manufacturer’s issue.

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you Sal. Yes it is cheaply made except for the grates. I mentioned that in my review. The design is great with the adjustable charcoal bed. I also keep mine indoors when not in use. I had one issue with the paint but that was my fault. I had a grease fire from a grease build up on the side that I should have cleaned up before the next cook. I fixed that with some black high heat paint. All in all this grill is for those who don't do a lot of cooking and don't have the money for a grill this size. If you bbq a lot no this is not the right grill. I myself have 2 gas grills, 3 charcoal grill, 1 X-Large smoke box, 1 electric smoker and one gas smoker. I really do hope you find the one that's right for you and your budget. Thanks again wishin' you some outstanding bbq's! PS If you like to watch some bbq and cooking please check us out here on our cooking channel: kzbin.info/door/5zCZnLrwnGQr8i7ic6wYVwvideos

[@805videogroup5]

there is definitely evidence that some good food is being cooked on this grill

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you 805

[@smaxwelluicedu]

Great video. I can contribute if you get cash app

[@OldCountryCooks]

Thank you Shelly

[@audiovideophile]

Santa Fe lol you mean Santa Maria

[@OldCountryCooks]

yep lol I'm old enough to say just about anything lol

[@Lion-he7be]

Amazon products

[@OldCountryCooks]

Walmart product

[@audiovideophile]

Where did you guys find the large steel griddle?

[@OldCountryCooks]

John picked it up at a local market that carries Latino items.