How to build a Parrilla by HanksTrueBBQ.com

[@xenoir2295]

Your mig settings sound absolutely spot on.just like sizzling bacon.way to go 🤘🏼

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! I often go by ear when fine-tuning the mig. The display is one thing, but you just "know" when it sounds right :-)

[@oceano271]

I always have respect for anyone who takes initiative to build things themselves instead of buying ready made. Great work 👏🏾

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thank you!

[@davidjanuszewski5020]

The way that you made the fire-brick-containment is outstanding. Most builders weld strips to retain the vertical fire-bricks.

[@martinkouprie5720]

Really great build. I appreciate the time you took to make and produce this video! Happy grilling!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks Martin, glad to hear!

[@williamlott7612]

Great job Hank. I am also a fan of ESAB welders as I own a Rebel which can do TIG, MIG, and Stick in one unit, and a Sentinel helmet. Florence, South Carolina used to be the US headquarters for ESAB before being bought by Victor. Good looking grill. Darlington, South Carolina USA

[@gns-gu8xh]

Hello Frank from argentina, just like to tell you that you did a gratis job, but id you dont mind me giving you a couple of tipos on how argentinians build their grill. First we normaly use on the grill part two tipes of metals, is either angle iron facing up on a V shape welded to an angle iron frame with a slight tilt to the front of the grill with open end of the V shape angle iron extending about an inch out from the frame, then you place two angle iron together forming a U channel at the end with a tilt to one side that will drain the fat and juice into a hanging can on the end, that's one way. The second way and best way is using rebar not only for the log burning area, but also the grill at about 1 centimeter apart from each other, the expandable metal is used on the grill about a third of the grill and on the opposite side of the fire box, it is used to cook small pieces of meat that we eat in an asado, like inner parts of the animal, to include burgers and hot dogs tha we never eat on an asado lol. The fire box is also made with rebar and they are spaced about 3 to 4 inches apart in order for the coals to fall underneath in small pieces and you need a fire wall between the burn box an grill to hold the heat in the box and the heat on the grill is even all around the grill. Always place the wall bricks first then the floor that way it locks the uprights in place at the bottom and the top you guessed it rebar a couple of inches below the top end of the brick, that way if you need to replace a brick you simply slide it up. Finally to cook a good asado or poultry you know when you have the right temp on the grill is with your hand open palm dawn hold it about 3 inches from the grill and you should be able to hold it 10 seconds without out burning yourself and run it all around the cooking area or above the food 10 seconds is important if you hold it longer you need more heat in that area, if you hold it less is to much heat take same coals out and put them back in the fire box. Now you are argentinians griller lol if you have any questions let me know. Gus

[@OndrejPrymek]

thx for nice tips

[@J.R.Bowlsby]

I know this is an older vid, but I love watching this again! Hope you are well Hank!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks John! Yes, all good over here!

[@duncanjmurray]

Great build and video, Hank. Thanks for posting this. I am interested to see what you cook on this.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Duncan Murray Thanks Duncan, I really enjoyed this one! The (first) cook video on my Parrilla is scheduled for next week, stay tuned 👊

[@michaelbarbosa5696]

Hope you added firebrick around the cooking area!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

No, I never did. There's no need for it. I've used it for more than two years and the 'sides' still look great, no wear and tear.

[@MarkyBigSmoke]

Great video Hank. Can't wait to see how she cooks! Cheers

[@lm0315]

it has been a year since this video, can you share a video of how the grill is doing now?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

lm0315 It’s doing rather well! I’ve done a few videos since then cooking on it, I’ve added those to a playlist called ‘Argentina style cooking’ (or similar). Go check it out!

[@martincarm5203]

Great metal work!! Hoping to construct one myself. 🙏

[@aramayismkrtchyan8178]

I’m sorry to ask, I love your built, do you by any chance have the measurements or schematics

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@aramayismkrtchyan8178 Thanks! I think you will find all info here: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@offgridsweden]

Great build man. Have an amazing weekend, Andreas 🇸🇪

[@matthewdufty606]

Really good build. Took a lot of inspiration from this 👍

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks Matthew!

[@eltonsbbq-pit]

This was a great one brother! Gotta take a trip to Biltema and buy me a tig/mig welder..

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Elton's BBQ-pit Hell yeah!

[@antonbak82]

That is just beautiful. Great craftsmanship mate.

[@beardseiibeard2812]

I just found your DIY Parrilla video. At the end you said you was going to make a 2nd video discussing what type of wood is best to use. I did see it. Can you send it to me?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Yes, it could be something I said, but didn't follow up on, sorry about that.

[@JohnCravens-s5z]

What is the gauge of the sheet metal? What are the dimensions and thickness of the square tubing? Thanks

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

I use 2 millimeter sheet metal. Square tubes are 25x25 mm if I recall correctly. You can read more here: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@lavoz5341]

Excelente trabajo amigo..!¡Hermosa parrilla, felicitaciones..!! Saludos cordiales desde Argentina 👍

[@mangaymambol]

hello from argentina your grill is great, the cradle or fogonero can be made with legs and put it on when you are going to set fire too

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

mangaymambol Thanks for the tip!

[@matiasu.d.geymonathughes112]

Esa es una verdadera parrilla Argentina 👏👌👌 y la parrilla chiquita que hace las brasas se llama brasero Uruguayo !! Muy buen trabajo Saludos desde Argentina seguí Así 🖒🖒👏 that grill (parrilla) is in all Argentos homes. Greetings from Argentina, that grill is really great! good work excellent would say...

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Matias G H Thank you, great to hear!

[@ctyachter]

would you consider removing the post that supports the fire box and running structural steel from side to side so it's easier to move coals??? curious if that's even annoying . awesome video - thanks

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Good point! Hmm, not sure, perhaps. I haven't seen it as a big issue really, but I guess it would be a small improvement. I usually use the shovel with my right hand, so I'm coming in from the right to the left, and then go back out again to where the coals should be, so I'm not bothered by it.

[@AlexRodriguez-fy1ow]

Hi, good video. What size is the square tube? You don’t have that measurement on your website

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! It’s 25 mm.

[@charlescsmelo]

Great job! Congratulations!!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thank you!

[@arlenelobban6778]

Thanks for sharing - neatly done, awesome!

[@gns-gu8xh]

I forget to tell you the difference in the angle iron grill it takes a lot of the juices and fat away. The rebar type the juices fall on the coals and gives it a better taste to the meat. NO FLAMES, put them out by moving the coals around or just remove it to the fire box, NEVER USE WATER, it brings the temp down, if you see a flame grab the small shovel from your fire place and always have that at hand you can use it to remove coals from the box, spread coals, remove coals everything with the little shovel

[@chrisenkil]

Do You think that 50kg wheels will be ok? Or I need more

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Yes, they will work just fine.

[@ComparisonCooking]

I want to build one of these because they are so price, but have no skills in the welding area. 6 months later are you still using it a lot, any pointers in what you would do differently? Did you find the cost of material to be very expensive, or relatively cheap?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

You should def. build one :-) It's good fun, was relatively cheap to build, and I use it regularly. Mostly on weekends when I have more time to manage the fire. I wouldn't change anything really, perhaps let the side walls extend a little higher for better wind protection. The most expensive material was the fire proof bricks.

[@leoekbom106]

Beautiful and really inspiring. Could you add a grill or bars on top of the fire pit to hold a cast iron pot for cooking?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thank you! Yes you can, but I’m worried it’s gonna get too hot. I would rather build a pile of charcoal underneath part of the grill grates and place the cast iron pan right above the pile.

[@WHoAteMyDog122]

Nice Hank. I found this video after a successful BBQ with friends, wherein I used a very simple metal disc in which to make fire, 90 per cent hardwood / 10 per cent charcoal, and repurposed some grill grates from my broken gas grill, in order to make a grilling platform. The whole experience made me wonder: can't I just make a parilla? I don't have your resources or your tools, but I am inspired nonetheless by your video, to know that, with enough research, learning, and trial-and-error, i can make a great parilla. Thanks for the insipiration.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Theodore Murphy Thank you! Of course you can, you’re already well on your way it seems, it doesn’t have to be very complicated.

[@anastasios3006]

Nice build. Thanks 👍

[@peteralund]

Diy & Bbq , what more could one desire

[@chrisenkil]

How long are the square bars of the brasero?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Good question. I believe the longer slanted bars are 30 cm, and the horizontal short cross bars are 12 cm.

[@juicyj813]

What size of metal tube is that? 0.65 inches?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

I can’t remember off the top of my head, but pretty sure it’s 25 mm (1 inch).

[@chrisenkil]

Where do you put the metal sheet for the cook above a angle metal?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Not sure I understand the question, could you elaborate?

[@chrisenkil]

@@HanksTrueBBQ sorry my English is not good, How did you place the metal for cooking? above a pipe or an angled metal?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@chrisenkil Ah, now I understand. Yes, it rests on angle iron, so I can slide it out if I need to.

[@chrisenkil]

@@HanksTrueBBQ thx awesome work

[@pedrohernandezgomez5284]

how many brick use for the grill?, if you remenber the number, im appreciate the info.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Not exactly sure, 26-28 I think.

[@pedrohernandezgomez5284]

@@HanksTrueBBQ ok thank you so much

[@gesmondfarrugia5506]

Excellent job well done

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks!

[@bjellison905]

What thickness sheet metal did you use ?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

I used 2 millimeter steel for this one.

[@rique5434]

awesome video brother!

[@michaelcarignan5744]

Love the build. What paint did you use to finish?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! I bought black engine enamel. Basically it's a black paint that can take high temps. Can't remember the brand, but there are plenty of choices available.

[@michaelcarignan5744]

@@HanksTrueBBQ thanks mate. (you can ignore the repost on your site.). cheers.

[@chrisenkil]

What size of mma can I use 2mm or 2.5 and what Ampere so you think.can be good?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

i would say use the cheapest of the two: either 2 mm or 2.5 mm (odd size, can you buy 2.5 mm sheet metal?). Any hobby mig welder will be fine for this build.

[@chrisenkil]

@@HanksTrueBBQ I was talking about the electrode I have a mma machine for welding

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@chrisenkil Ah, I see :-) In that case I don't know, I have never used an MMA welder.

[@l.9773]

Can u share the project?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Yes, sure, here’s a link: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@PAPDOG1973]

We’ll done how’d it taste?

[@joserms3]

What kind of bricks are Those ? Looks really good.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! They’re fire proof bricks, can be bought at most diy stores like Home Depot for example.

[@fischerqualityconstruction9360]

When is the next video on cooking on this grill

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Hi! Not sure yet, I cook on it when I have a matching dish. But I will cook on it and record a video for sure 👊

[@fischerqualityconstruction9360]

@@HanksTrueBBQ Great can't wait!

[@stevenmoralez6377]

Really awesome build! Have you had any issues with grease after cooking and if so, what kind of modification would you make?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! No, not at all. One mod I would do is to raise the walls around the brasero so wind doesn’t affect it as much. And also fabricate a better grate, with stainless steel round bars.

[@marcusm7533]

how long did it take you to build it and what's the est. cost/budget? thx

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

I can’t remember now, but it’s not too complex, so if I had to do it again I would guess < 1 day. I had all the material already (leftovers from other projects), so it’s hard to give you a cost estimate.

[@campbellmarty36]

The expanded metal will warp like hell with no frame around the edges!!!!.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Hmm, I guess. I’ve had it for two years though, and cooked many times on it, and for some odd reason it won’t warp 😄

[@MichaelStanwyck]

I have a Santa Maria with the same grate material. I’ve had it for 4 or 5 years and it’s a little warped but hangs in there

[@dddmmm21]

What is the metal material? Steel?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Yes, regular steel.

[@RossTurner-g1y]

What thickness is the steel plate used please

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

You mean the bottom plate on which all the fire proof bricks are resting? I think that’s just 1 mm. No need for thicker, as there are reinforcement braces also.

[@RossTurner-g1y]

@HanksTrueBBQ do you have a cutting & material list please?.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@RossTurner-g1y Nope, sorry, haven’t compiled such a list.

[@RossTurner-g1y]

@HanksTrueBBQ No worries thanks for replying

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@RossTurner-g1y I did write up some measurements here in case that could help: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@MySlyFly]

What gauge sheet metal did you use?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

2 mm sheet metal for the bottom.

[@MySlyFly]

@@HanksTrueBBQ Thanks. Mocking this up tonight.

[@aidanwaszaj7059]

Love this! I would love to make one just like it. Do you have the plans available for it that you would be able to share?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! Here’s some info to get you started: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@aidanwaszaj7059]

@@HanksTrueBBQ thank you!!

[@Jhampa108]

Don't have to tools to do this but would love to have a go

[@rmend64]

Great Build, Question how much does it weigh?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! Hmm, don’t know, but it’s not much. It’s quite easy to move around.

[@mikaelholmlund445]

En sån ska jag bygga i vinter men vad är det för materiel i grillgallert ?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Mikael Holmlund Just här har jag använt vanlig sträckmetall, men det går utmärkt med rostfritt eller valfritt annat material också.

[@robertpalmer3166]

What was your source for the bricks?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@robertpalmer3166 Here in Sweden they are available at most DIY stores like Home Depot and similar.

[@robertpalmer3166]

@@HanksTrueBBQ Thanks for the reply. I have found that to be true, but they are quite expensive in the big box stores here in the states. On the other hand, a lot of people say that when they order them on Amazon, a lot of them are broken. I'm sure I'll justify the cost and get them locally.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@robertpalmer3166 yes, that sounds like a plan. They don’t cost much here, sad to hear you have to shell up. But they’re real good and lasts very long.

[@robertpalmer3166]

@@HanksTrueBBQ I am aware. We actually used to sell them years ago at our building supply company, which we sold years ago. And I really shouldn't complain. I pretty much got all the steel I need for free, right down to the antique cast iron wheels it will be mounted on.

[@cawa2576]

Nice job 👏

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks!

[@finesse816]

Great build!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

finesse816 Thanks!

[@mayhem4u224]

Great video!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks, it’s a fun way of grilling!

[@drok7619]

Well done.

[@pabloquiroga8604]

Hi. Do you have a list of materials as well as measurements so I can replicate that? It is very beautiful

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! You should be able to find measurements here: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@mjones3544]

Hello, great build! I was wondering how high the grill grate is from the fire bricks? Have you wished that you could change the height, or are you content with the set height? How high is the wood above the fire bricks? I hope to try myself! Thanks!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

M Jones Hi, and thanks! I’m real happy with the construction. The grill grate is 7 inches above the bricks, and that is just right. If I want less heat I just move the meat sideways. As for the brasero/wood, it’s 4.5-5 inches, but that distance is less sensitive. Just make sure you get a shovel in there to move the coals. Would be very annoying if you can’t move the small shovel around freely 😄 Good luck with your Parrilla!

[@mjones3544]

@@HanksTrueBBQ , thanks for the info and quick reply! Enjoying your channel. Cheers!

[@clinton118]

Gas or gasless mig?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Clint On I didn’t know there was gas less mig :-) I’m using gas (argon)

[@DianaHernandez-en2jf]

How much would this cost?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

I sold this one for 900 USD if I recall correctly.

[@toncho1986]

Amazing work, dude!!. Could you please tell me the whole list of materials/tools you used to build this masterpiece (including the inches and sizes). I don't want to miss anything! Again, you rock, man :D

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Toncho 1 Thank you! Tools used: a welder and a steel grinder. You can read the details and get dimensions here: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@toncho1986]

@@HanksTrueBBQ Thanks for replying, pal!. Could you please respond to these questions: 1)What welder machine did you use to solder those solid mild steel square bars?Brand?What is your set-up? 2)The cradle is made of 20mm solid square bars but.. what is the size of the other square bars? I mean: the size of the legs and the other bars.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@toncho1986 The welder is a ESAB Caddy MIG c200i. Really love that machine. The legs are 25 mm square tube. I kept it really simple.

[@toncho1986]

@@HanksTrueBBQ Thanks pal!. Just a question: What type of welding wire did you use?. Also: with or without gas?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Toncho 1 Standard wire (no flux), and gas. It’s a MIG :-)

[@19-1-91]

Awesome!👍🏽

[@thisolddog2259]

Nice job! You should add a rotisserie

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! A rotisserie would be nice, but that's for the next one, as I have sold this specific grill.

[@thisolddog2259]

@@HanksTrueBBQ very cool, looking forward to see the build

[@savashzaynal6502]

Tjena, resultatet blev ju grymt. Som jag förstod så är dimensionerna 60cm x 90cm. Vad tycker du om dimensionerna och var det något som du skulle göra snnorlunda idag.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Hej! Japp, det blev superbra. Det enda jag skulle göra annorlunda är att ha nån slags plåt som vindskydd på vänstra kortsidan och baksidan (dvs där eldstaden är). Annars är jag mycket nöjd.

[@savashzaynal6502]

@@HanksTrueBBQ tack för tipset och inspirationen, det här kommer göra grillningen så mycket roligare.

[@johanlarsson2718]

Superkul att se hur du byggde den! Snyggt svetsat

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Johan Larsson Tack!

[@bryantbuilds4470]

Well done, thank you sir!

[@Furree_68]

Häftigt bygge! Skall bli kul att se dig laga mat på den.

[@30000jerry]

Var hittar du eldfast tegel som är 20mm tjockt?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Jerry Byström 25 mm är det, jag köpte på Woodys, men det finns på flera bygghandlar.

[@30000jerry]

Jaha, ja men då har jag hittat på några ställen. Är fyrkantstålet också 25mm? Fick för mig att de var 20?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@30000jerry Japp, fyrkantsstålet är också 25 mm :-)

[@30000jerry]

Tack!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Om du inte vill bygga en är min nu till salu. Måste ha plats till nästa bygge. Jag säljer den för mtrl-kostnaden, så det är bara att passa på 😄

[@TurkeyDart]

Wow this is awesome

[@bubbabatterby7059]

You have material list.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Bubba Batterby No, sorry, just went with stuff I had lying around.

[@bubbabatterby7059]

No worries. Thanks.

[@THEREALSHOWBBQ]

That is awesome bro. I have one of these grills. But I didn't build mine. 😁

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thank you! It sure was a fun build, and I love grilling on it.

[@Jhampa108]

Thanks for this it's great

[@kennethandreasson]

Är lite nyfiken på ytbehandlingen. Håller den för värmen?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Kenneth Andréasson Jag får återkomma om ett år 😄 Men hittills har det funkat bra. Men färgen är till motorblock, och är penslad (ej sprayad).

[@apocalypticarhp]

That's great! What kind of paint did you use? Is it lasting and avoiding rust so far? Tks!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! I used high heat (600 deg C) paint. It’s still there, worked out real good.

[@jackdoyle12345]

Awesome video. How much did the grill cost in materials?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Jack Doyle Thanks! I would guesstimate 250 bucks.

[@805gregg]

Nice thanks, but the grill should be made of angle metal with the v on top, and slanted to drain the fat to a catch pan at the front, an easy fix

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Well, I disagree. It is made just the way I want it. If some fat drips down into the glowing embers it will just add to the flavoring of the meat. All good 👍

[@urubinstrone63]

One little correction about your parrilla, argentinians make asado with coal, so they don't make them with what you call "fogonero", that parrilla is more likely to be uruguayan, because we make asado with firewood, that been said, good work.

[@mangaymambol]

en argentina tambien se hace con leña de que hablas

[@urubinstrone63]

@@mangaymambol Si y acá también se hace con carbón, pero no es lo normal.

[@chrisenkil]

Ya no saben lo que es comer asado igual (? ​@@mangaymambol

[@peterk814]

Not all Argentina’s cook with coal or wood. Depends on the region.

[@LassesFoodAndBarbecue]

Riktigt juste bygge! Proffsigt!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Lasse's Food and Barbecue Tack Lasse, kul att höra! Den blev riktigt bra, och kul att grilla på. Det kommer i nästa avsnitt. Ha en skön helg!

[@TopNotchBBQ]

But a true parilla is one where you can lift the grill, the grill grate is triangular and it’s in a degree to transport the fat away from the fire. Maybe for the next build 😀

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

The grill grates do not necessarily have to move up and down. But I'm with you on the V-shaped bars for the grill grates. I'll do that next, the grill grates slides out easily and can therefore easily be replaced.

[@mikescott6501]

Awesome video! I''m planning to build something similar myself. What size square tubing and thickness of steel sheet did you use? Also, did you find that was the right choice or would you change anything?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Thanks! I'm very happy with it. The only thing I might add is to make the side walls by the brasero taller, so they catch (block) more wind. Add another 6 inches and you're good. Here's a more detailed description with dimensions: hankstruebbq.com/parrilla/

[@chrisenkil]

​@@HanksTrueBBQI want to build one for myself u need to add to the meter tall 6" inches? For the catch wind?

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

@@chrisenkil It isn't an absolute must, but if you're gonna build one, you might as well add it from the start. It will help.

[@chrisenkil]

@@HanksTrueBBQ niceee thx for the reply

[@jorgelopez9620]

beaut

[@dannyb2005]

Awesome!! Great work! Did you use Stainless or just mild steel? Thanks for sharing!

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Danny Bostwick Thank you! I used mild steel, as that was what I had lying around. Love that Parrilla!

[@guillermobarrios2440]

send me the address please >I need one like these

[@ChefKevinRiese]

Two huge mistakes! Should have used stainless steel because after two years that will be rusted out! Also its not a true parilla because you can not raise and lower the grates. Thats the whole idea.

[@HanksTrueBBQ]

Hmm, that’s strange, because it is now 3 years later and it looks identical to how it looks in that video 🤔 Also, I explain in the video how I can adjust the heat by moving food left/right to adjust temps. It isn’t mandatory to move it vertically. Most simple Parrillas in South America don’t have a crank shaft. But thanks for chipping in.