How to Season A New Smoker!!

[@Ray_Ray]

Got mine Thursday. Built it that same night. Seasoned mine yesterday. Coming from the lower level “Smokin Champ” this one is damn good. Charcoal basket is nice. Literally NO leaks. Holds temps well and uses less fuel. Very satisfied. Almost went the Old Country Pecos route but this one had two racks, buffer, gaskets, charcoal basket, three thermometer ports. All worth it for $100 difference.

[@CassCooking]

That's what I'm talking about!! Congrats on the new rig! Smoke on bro!

[@jeffdavis4898]

Same here ...mine put together yesterday

[@timapple9580]

Thank you, didnt think to burn off the factory oil first, then season it. Appreciate that tip

[@CassCooking]

I appreciate you! Happy to help!

[@miket9996]

I was about to purchase an offset from another brand....I think I’ll wait and see your first cook. So far, that’s a good looking rig, and I may be sold on that model even.

[@CassCooking]

I am super excited to use it. I love the double racks, and it comes with a charcoal basket and even a baffle plate.

[@goldsbywashington3509]

Hey Cass, thought I would let you know. Home Depot no longer sells the Grand Champ. I returned 3 of them since September 2022. first one came damaged to home depot, did not accept it. 2nd one caught fire, the drain end was built higher than the fire box end, all grease flowed to fire box wall and caught fire which also caught my 85.00 brisket on fire. 3rd one came in Feb 7th 2023, fire box lid and cooking chamber lid had 5/8" gap. Talked to HD customer service, they said to many complaints and no longer selling the grand champ.

[@CassCooking]

Damn that sucks! I love mine! I cook on it all the time and have had 0 issues. Good information to know, though, for a potential buyer!

[@goldsbywashington3509]

@@CassCooking Something must have happened to quality control. Hd today told me if I would keep it they would refund all money less 142.00. For 142.00 I kept it, I weld, so I can fix it.

[@rustyharvey2490]

LOVE that "grillin" jacket

[@CassCooking]

Wilson's leather! Had it for about 18 years!! Thanks!

[@WishingWellBBQ]

That’s how it’s done, folks! Some great food will be made on that smoker! Enjoy!

[@CassCooking]

Thanks bro!

[@raytrout8272]

Hope you cook a brisket soon on your new offset looks cool

[@CassCooking]

We have some brisket flats brining for corned beef and pastrami videos on this offset. Make sure you're subscribed and hit the bell so you're notified!

[@brothermouzone1307]

Excellent advice: The owner manual for mine; wipe down with cooking oil.

[@philhitchings]

Great advice. Though I oiled mine twice. I also put some probes in the chamber 2nd time to get a better idea of the kind of temps I'm getting.

[@SilentEdgeTv]

Im glad bumped into this video before cooking food for the super bowl . I dont want that post oil on my food either 👍

[@CassCooking]

Thanks for watching and happy smoking! Congrats on the new smoker!

[@SilentEdgeTv]

@@CassCooking thank you 👍

[@devildog_8986]

I saw your review on home depot page. I just bought this smoker last night. Going to season it today and have it ready for SuperBowl Sunday.. how are you like this smoker? I can't wait to use it! Glad I looked you up on KZbin. Thanks for the seasoning tips. Cheers and smoke on!

[@CassCooking]

Oh wow that's great! Congrats on the new smoker! I love it! I can't wait to use it again honestly... going to be using the new @CharGriller Griddle this weekend! More videos to come! Thanks for the support!

[@dannydavis1561]

Nice smoker man, congrats. Can't wait to see what bad azz stuff you cook on it first

[@CassCooking]

Thanks bro! Thinking home made bacon!

[@SilentEdgeTv]

I just got the same smoker. Do I need to oil up the outside as well? Outer walls?

[@CassCooking]

Not necessary, but some people do that also! Can't hurt!

[@SilentEdgeTv]

@@CassCooking thank you for replying 👍 , I've been watching some of your videos I subscribed, good stuff. I am following your queso dip recipe for this Sunday .

[@CassCooking]

@@SilentEdgeTv Thank you for the support!! I love queso dip! Perfect for the big game!

[@masaigeraghty3525]

Awesome video..can't wait to get one and making bacon for the first cook sounds like a plan for coating that new metal ..good luck brother.

[@CassCooking]

Thank you!! Appreciate that!

[@fuydoi]

Man I appreciate this video bro. Needed this info.

[@CassCooking]

Glad to help and thank you for watching!

[@Primo_Supremo21]

Does it matter if you use lump vs briquette for the initial burn. I have a bag of b&b briquettes. Could I use that to burn in with post oak?

[@CassCooking]

ANY fuel source you want to use is fine for the "burn off" and seasoning process!! The main thing is higher temps for a long period of time to get out all the oil and season the metal properly!

[@jameswalker5409]

So it looks like you keep the fire box lid open during the burn off session. Is that correct?

[@CassCooking]

@@jameswalker5409 no that was just to let the wood catch fire a bit. You can shut the firebox while seasoning

[@jameswalker5409]

Thanks, I've seen some other XD seasoning burns and they also did a seasoning burn in the cooking chamber after doing the smoker box. Is that necessary?

[@CassCooking]

@@jameswalker5409 I did not do that but it certainly doesn't hurt! Using the firebox was sufficient enough for me!

[@leslierose-akumbu4263]

I have a question. At around 2:15 - 2:16, you explained how the air flow should be going through with the firebox "closed," but you have the firebox "open" the entire time..?? I was confused on this part. Or, maybe you say that but you're keeping the firebox open for the demonstration purposes of this video. Thank again!❤

[@CassCooking]

Yes just for demonstration purposes. I shut the firebox during the seasoning

[@hardtruth2039]

I season mine with bacon fat. Always season the exterior during cooks. Keeps that rust away.

[@CassCooking]

Yes absolutely! Always do! Great advice. Thanks for watching!

[@jamessheppard8546]

Thank you Julian, where's bubbles? Isn't he supposed to be back by know with Ricky and meat from the grocery store?

[@CassCooking]

Ooohhhhh ur referencing trailer park boys.....lol I'll take it. Thanks for watching!

[@CassCooking]

Also.... you meant "by now**"

[@rustyharvey2490]

How often should we re-season? Sorry if I missed it

[@CassCooking]

It all depends on how often you use it, the weather it sits through, if it has a cover...etc. I'd say use your gut! If you think it may need it, then clean it and re season it! Hope that helps

[@jesserodriquez4829]

I have been thinking about getting this one. Did u add any silicone to any when you put ti together?

[@CassCooking]

No I have not! I don't usually add gaskets or clamps or any aftermarket items to my cookers. I get along just fine over here! This one however comes with a high temp gasket on both firebox doors, and a high temp gasket on the main chamber door as well!

[@CassCooking]

This unit also comes with a steel baffle plate for better heat distribution. I know a lot of people like to add those after the fact. This one comes with it

[@CassCooking]

@@raytrout8272 right on man also on this one you can flip the pan upside down for kind of a heat distributor its pretty awesome. Saw it on another guys youtube video. I wish I could remember who it was I would tag him

[@CassCooking]

@@raytrout8272 oh yea to answer your question the heat deflector on this XD Series is a 45 degree angle plate that hangs just over the opening from the firebox.

[@reddemonspeed31]

That is a very well built smoker! Love the video!! Smoke on!! Be sure to swing by our page and check out are videos!!

[@joeengg1813]

Stop that bgm please. Irritating

[@CassCooking]

BGM?