HOW I CLEAN & MAINTAIN MY LONESTAR GRILLZ OFFSET SMOKER

[@michaelbrunner4997]

This was great - I’m the kind of guy that buys something first , then didn’t pay attention how to keep it right , so I needed this !! I bought the 24x48 double door offset . Thing is a Cadillac !!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Congrats on the new pit! I know you love it!

[@MarkyBigSmoke]

Very informative video Russ. I clean my custom offset inside in much the same way. To clarify, after each cook is finished, I build the temp up to 300, brush down the grates thoroughly then blast with water hose the grates and tuning plates I then close the lid and let the smoker get a good steam clean and dry. I think it's important to do this inside after every cook. So thank you for showing us the care and attention our offset smokers deserve.

[@daddydutchbbq]

Rus, great advice and tips ! Pit maintenance is essential! If not your pit will deteriorate before you know it ! Rinse , don’t wash the inside of the cooking chamber. Totally agree with no chemicals on the inside ! Thanks Rus!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks for checking it out DaddyDutch!

[@mavenautomotiveconsultants6519]

Great vid, thanks for the ash kicker tip. The lone star ash pan is heavy as all hell and I get weary of dropping it by accident on my feet. If I knew how heavy it was I wouldn’t have gotten it.

[@Will7981]

I liked seeing how you clean yours. I clean mine very similar. One thing I do though, is no matter what I'm cooking, after the grill gets up to temp, before I place any food on it, I oil my grates real well with olive oil. I've found it builds up like on cast iron and forms a very protective surface. And of course when I'm done I oil them again like how you do. Enjoyed the video. Thanks.👍🏻👍🏻

[@edgargomez8662]

Once again and as is customary, you learn with Russ, sometimes it's not just brush and soap ... good video thanks to Mr. Russ Jones for sharing

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Edgar, I appreciate it!

[@Dave-rq1uk]

Huge help. Thank you!!! My LSG 20x42 just got done being built so it should be here soon.

[@johnknapp6328]

Very informative Russ thanks for sharing and showing products to help keep the pit clean and looking good.

[@TheFlatlander440]

Good informative vid Rus. I pretty much clean my pits the same way but I don't use any chemical based products if I can avoid it. I just scrape the crud off with a dedicated paint scraper, hose it out, wipe it dry, then season again if need be. I also have 2 full sized galvanized steel trash cans that I use for all my ashes and coals. Since I heat with a wood stove here in Vermont I'm always emptying out my stove. I just fill them up then after they're cool ( a few days) I transfer them to the very back of my property and mix it into the topsoil. Thanks for sharing and cheers to you Rus!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Yeah, that is really all that is needed on any pit. Just keep the firebox clean and get the crud out to prevent build up. The only time I use a chemical cleaner is on very soiled stubborn stainless grates like on my LSG mini and Weber kettle. Never in the pit itself. Thanks for checking it out William, I appreciate!

[@thegalleryBBQ]

I am back for another tutorial from Rus!!!!

[@donb.1426]

Excellent video Rus! I have a Gator Pit smoker that is going in 13 years old and lives in Northeast Pennsylvania. It has endured all the snow storms to include several blizzards. I maintain my pit exactly like you and it looks almost like new. One of the best investments I’ve ever made.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Yeah taking care of your pit really pays off over time! My offset is my favorite smoker by far, and I try hard to keep her looking good.

[@donb.1426]

Your smoker looks fantastic!

[@patron1015]

Ok,,, great job on teaching good cleaning to people who luv there pit. Wishing that you had a cover for those who don't have the garage space,,and keep them on the outside.

[@The72Rabbit]

Russ... This is good information. I found my answer which I posted a question on another post of yours. I now have TWO of FIVE Helpful TIPS to Buying and Maintaining a Grill. I will link my info to here.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Sorry but this isn’t Troys channel. My name is Rus 👍

[@The72Rabbit]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Hi Russ ... Sorry about that. Must have been the whiskers. But would that be okay. I link to this?

[@jamiestephens8809]

Great video! Always nice to see how everyone cleans their pit. That one looks brand new!

[@travisgary6519]

Excellent video Rus! I just placed my order for the 24x48 w/ single door w/ counter weight, along with the warming oven! Love the fact that I will be able to hang some ribs or whatever in the oven part, cook directly over the fire box like I was cooking in a drum smoker!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

That's gonna be an awesome pit!!!

[@travisgary6519]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Thanks, its gonna be a long 16 to 18 weeks! I've been a subscriber of yours from almost the beginning. Love all your videos! Thanks for taking the time and effort to make all your videos. I picked up on some different techniques, and flavor profiles along the way!

[@EverydayBBQ]

Great job and walkthrough as usual, Rus! I love those pits!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Mike, I appreciate it brother!

[@getoutandgrill]

Great ideas on cleaning. I use a power washer on mine.

[@pippi7144]

Excellent- I’m looking into the same one you have spoke to Chris last week . Very helpful

[@MM-bg7in]

So much love for the pit!

[@GrillingNetwork]

Awesome Job on explaining the cleaning of your pit!! I was think about doing one myself!! 🤜🔥🤛

[@SmokinJoesBBQ]

HEY RUS, man that was a awesome review on how to clean your smoker, I learned a lot from you today and I appreciate you for doing this it helped me out a lot to no really how to clean it the right way. THANKS SO MUCH RUS. GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND.!!!!!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Hey Joe! Glad to know you got some ideas from the video brother!

[@GinisPoint]

Awesome, Wish my grill was as clean as yours, You just got the hubby in trouble. hahaha Have a great week and thanks for sharing.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

LOL! Now you know what to go buy for him to clean it up good :D

[@GinisPoint]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Why is it, as soon as the grill is all cleaned up. the first thing I'm thinking is What can I cook next. lol

[@GinisPoint]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ #CleanThatGrill

[@GinisPoint]

@@1loadermanjack Yes, that's what I'm talking about. Cheers.

[@jerrycoleman2610]

Russ, Awesome video great content enjoyed watching and thanks for sharing your video.!.!.!.

[@CookingWithRy]

Gotta clean that beast! Those lids especially can mess up a nice cook if they drop those carbonized flakes on food. Nice video, Rus :)

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Yes sir, got to keep them in shape. I don't want that flaky stuff in my food LOL! Thanks for watching Ry!

[@THEREALSHOWBBQ]

Some great information my bro. One day I will own me an offset. Yes I'm speaking it in existence. :) Have a blessed rest of the week.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks for checking it out Scott!

[@SmokehouseBayouSmokedMeats]

Great info, my friend! You’ve cooked some awesome meals on that pit. I look forward to many more. Thanks for the info!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Hey Brian! Thanks brother!

[@progers5019]

Good information for pit owners Rus. Thanks

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks for checking it out Phil!

[@GreenhornBBQbeer]

Nice tutorial Russ, I like that same spray cleaner for the SS surfaces, good stuff. You have a great way of explaining how to do things right. Cheers!

[@grillmaster07]

Great video Russ!! I use those same things to clean my grill as well in my house. Works great very good tips man!! Keep on SMOKEN!! Also you are right oil makes your pit sticky. I have used oil for years. I have a jug of mineral oil that I use for my boars. I will be using that from now on.. Great tip brother!!

[@lordsigurdthorolf1202]

Thank you for your time from Phoenix Arizona ;

[@eastwindfarms3671]

Good detail Russ!

[@ashkicker1368]

Awesome video. Thanks Russ!

[@justindobson6279]

Another great video Rus!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Justin!

[@bamamubs4723]

Just a great PSA for all grill owners, Rus!

[@skelemania8642]

I'm so jealous of that grill. My first car I only paid $500 for. I think that grill is 5x what I paid for my first car. 8-) I still want one though! One day.

[@rebelcat420]

That’s the exact smoker I want as well. Don’t need any bigger, but the 1/4” steel would be a must have for living in the north like where I’m stuck.

[@Mickcotton]

Thank You So Much. Excellent Video Russ

[@80redbarron]

Thanks, Russ. Getting close to pulling the trigger and was concerned about the humidity in Houston. How did the touch-up paint work out? Were the grill grates from LSG or Grill Grate company?

[@jaydeesin3309]

Great video thanks for all the info 👍

[@BBQPITDOG]

Great tips Rus! My Ole offset needs some love so this will help. Stay cool brother supposed to be 102 degrees here in Florida tomorrow!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks! I appreciate you checking it out!

[@chris27289]

Man! I live in Thomasville NC and the last 5 days have been in the 90's. I got hot fast.

[@prevost8686]

I’m about 30 minutes from you and it looks like mid-90s until the end of the week.

[@RichardDePas]

Will you please make a similar video for the LSG pellet grill?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Perhaps at some point. Thanks for the suggestion

[@nathancancel]

Russ, it’d be amazing if you could do a video on a steamship roast. Please and thank you

[@QueIncorporated]

Great info Russ, love the Ash kickers! ,saw in another video you mentioned you have a charcoal basket for your offset, which one did you go with? Thanks

[@QueIncorporated]

Which charcoal basket did you choose Russ?

[@fredstone9016]

Nice vid!!! Is that a 20*40? How many baby backs can you get on it? thanks!!

[@BruceWayne-rb1mb]

Is there a better option than Pam. Canola oil is super inflammatory. Could you brush with beef tallow or lard? This would be a better option for seasoning. I use this on my cast iron skillet.

[@jordesign]

any cooking oil will work, but they are all about the same as far a flammability goes... I would be concerned about attracting rodents using any meat based oils...They are just as flammable, too.

[@CountryMama337]

Nice video rus. Sorry haven't been commenting much. I haven't felt very good lately. I have Crohns disease and it's hard to be able to do anything. Meats make me more sick. So I've been eatting vegetarian stuff.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Sorry to hear that! I hope you get to feeling better! Take care of yourself!

[@CountryMama337]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ thanks rus.

[@jackburton9550]

I live in NC near the ocean.... It is hot and humid here. Would your maintenance technique work where I live. Thx.

[@jaimeflores3683]

Great info!! Where did u get grill grates for smoke box?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

www.grillgrate.com

[@QuietMikeU-S-A]

Greetings from the Pacific Northwest.

[@ugursenturk5860]

ssssmoookkkyyy riiiibs! yeah!

[@arsdallas5146]

Where did you ge those grates for the fire box.

[@lairofdionysus1943]

Excellent video Rus, I really appreciate you finally posting this video! Everything seemed very thorough on it, but I have a question because in my case with a smoker (I have a portable one) and the only difference is the underside of my grill cover isn't with the flaky creosote but seems to be more of a layered, thick shiny lacquer-like residue which has been layering up over time but there is no crusty part of it. It seems to be more from the resin of the wood smoke. Is it worth bothering to clean that part ever!? I just think it would be more trouble than it's worth. The rest of my smoker inside does not have this shiny lacquer-like residue.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

No I wouldn’t remove it. I call that a well seasoned smoker

[@lairofdionysus1943]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Great to know, thanks!! :D

[@theathjr]

Rus I finally got around to watchin this video and I was surprised to see you using so many soaps and spray cleaners and especially surprised to see you hosing out that pit. I guess as long as it dries out real well and you reapply some oil to it🤷🏻‍♂️, all is well?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

This pit is designed to also hold water if you desire while smoking. Just have to drain it out after each cook. Your correct about drying it out well and applying more oil. I haven’t had any problems at all, and maintain a clean rust free pit

[@miklosbbq1634]

I'm thinking about getting a lonestar grill is the offset or the vertical smoker the best which one holds more briskets

[@djferbidden1082]

Sorry if I missed it, but what grill grate are you using in your firebox?

[@kjrchannel1480]

It surprised me to know most "canned oil" is mostly water and a lot of artificial stuff. I use very high heat engine paint for mine on the outside.

[@alzawalich9829]

How did you mark the position of you plates? Thanks

[@rustylamb3421]

How about maintaining your lsg insulated mini?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Basically the same thing. They are both made from carbon steel and both are painted with the same paint. Biggest thing I can tell you about the mini, is to make sure you drain the water out of the water pan after every cook, dry it and spray it with more Pam. Rust can set in easily if you don't.

[@josephzamora1659]

How did you install that custom logo on the fire pit?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Drilled out the holes and used rivets

[@terryhatcher6042]

Good job sir

[@mgarwatoski]

I have a LSG in order and 6wks away from fabrication. Is there anything you didn’t get that you wish you had?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Probably the fold down table

[@mgarwatoski]

Smoky Ribs BBQ fortunately that comes on the 20x42. Wonder if they can throw a 24” firebox on there?

[@bernie2180]

👍🏽👍🏽

[@chris5942]

I was watching another channel and he uses butchers block conditioner on the outside of his pits.

[@euphratessful]

for cleaning the cooking chamber, absolute alcohol is the best way to go. (or plain spirits ) i dont know how you americans call it

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I’m not wanting to strip the seasoned steel. I just get rid of grease and drippings from the meat. But for a deep clean I can see where alcohol would cut through the grease. Thanks for watching

[@grantfoster9099]

It's Ash kicker not Ass Kicker!!😂😂😂😂

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Lol

[@IRLIZIGGY]

Unfortunately the common man can’t afford this. Enjoy it for us and keep cooking!

[@jordesign]

The common can pick up a $200 smoker off of Craigslist and clean it up, just like this... Then cook some mighty tasty food on it... I know, I've done it.

[@prevost8686]

I’ve seen food cooked on some grossly nasty pits. It takes my appetite away.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Yes mine too! Old meat particles has got to go!

[@MrBrooksa0331]

Dump the ash in the trash? You gstting rid of perfectly good nutrients for plants my good sir. Dump the ash on trees after they are kooled, or on bald spots in lawns. It is greath for that.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I do a lot but my wife gets mad about it

[@MrBrooksa0331]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Understood. Got to keep the misses happy. Well, that satisfies my question. That is a mighty fine video tutorial on maintenance and upkeeping grills and smokers. Hat's off to you.

[@poormofo1]

Tuning plates or tuna plates

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Tuning plates