Pit Boss Pellet Smoker Review - Pit Boss Navigator 850 First Thoughts and Burn Off

[@thomasbaughman2992]

Congrats on the new baby 😉. Thanks to Pitboss for supplying you with one. I think you're going to love it it adds a whole nother level of flavor. I've had my campchef woodwind for 2 years now and I love how easy it is to use compared to other smokers. I can't wait to see what treats you come up with combining the smoker and the flat top.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That's the plan! Fingers crossed..thanks Thomas

[@bobbyevans9941]

My wife got me a Traeger three years ago for Father's Day. We absolutely love it. Have fun with your new toy and enjoy!! Will be looking for to seeing it in use.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks as always Bobby..

[@thegalleryBBQ]

My man... And of course Amy;)... I'm excited, your excited and I can't wait to see your culinary skills mix both the flat top with the pellet! Cheers to you both!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Heck I have been binge watching your channels to pick from...your views last two days should be through the roof..hahahahahah

[@stonerscravings]

So happy for you. I can’t wait to see what comes out of that thing!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Me too....doing a brisket now...taking forever...im over 13 hr so far...

[@stonerscravings]

@@TheFlatTopKing push through that stall. You will probably have to stay up past bed time or take a nap. Then IT has to REST 😂

[@CookingSecretsForMen]

Some of my bbq buddies have this and love it. Nice review 👌

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks for watching! Great...i am happy and think the flavors cant be matched especially in the griddle game..

[@Mad-A]

Great video as always guys, Keep em coming.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks! Will do!

[@jeffreyrepass6834]

Neal! It’s been awhile since I’ve commented on one of your videos, two week ago I got a Blackstone Adventure Ready 28 inch griddle and a Pit Boss Austin XL smoker! First for both and love’em! Just yesterday smoked a potato and a steak in the Pit Boss and reversed seared the steak on the Blackstone! You’re gonna love the smoker!!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Welcome back! and you are right...I am so excited and so should you...stay in touch Thanks for commenting

[@bradcampbell624]

Congrats on the new grill! I think you'll love it. I don't have one but my brother does. His top 3 cooks are 1. Salmon 2. Brisket 3. Turkey breast. And ok, I'll throw in the 4th: Frozen pizza (For Real. Nothing fancy, Tony's, Red Barron, etc). Mix of pecan and hickory works great.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Brad...really hoping to have some great content in a few..

[@StopBeingSheeple]

I just got done putting this thing together. Everything you said is what I figured out while doing it. I had my impact out after the first screw I realized that was not a good idea. Exactly as he says a ratcheting screwdriver is all you need. Also a non scuffing rubber mallet came in pretty handy. I'm firing this baby up on Christmas Eve I can't wait!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey thats awesome...I love mine....cheers

[@jason01095]

This is cool. I've never had/used a smoker, so interested to see your journey as you learn more.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Jason...Amy was worried that we would scare people off with it thinking that its not a griddle and I personally think its about flavor...

[@jason01095]

@@TheFlatTopKing Yeah I hear ya Neal, and I know you all have a balancing act that you gotta be cognizant of given your branding. The thing is, though, I think *most* folks who have a flat top griddle most likely already have at least a grill, and a portion of that group likely already have a smoker. I fall into the category of flat top and grill, and I know I've thought about buying a smoker before (especially when wandering through the grill area in Lowe's/Home Depot/Ace) but don't really know how it would compliment my existing outdoor flat top and grill. I think each one brings something to the table, and being able to demonstrate each tool's unique strengths in a collaborative way with your easy-to-relate-to style of delivery (because you now have all of these tools at-the-ready for use) would be very useful to a lot of folks who enjoy outdoor cooking. If I'm hearing you say that flavor is what having a smoker is bringing to the table as the greatest benefit, well, you definitely have my attention.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@jason01095 thanks buddy. I appreciate your input

[@robmorris9203]

Got my first pellet smoker / grill (Pit Boss 1150 Pro Series) about a month ago. Already love it. Still learning the "hot spots and temp swings" but all is good. I am finding a difference in pellets from brand to brand, Bear Mountain has provided the best flavor for me so far. Love all your videos and hoping we will see some of your smoker cooks / recipes soon. Appreciate all you and wife do for us rookies.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That is awesome! Thanks for the support...

[@Bsurfing]

I just got mine! Can’t wait to arrive!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

heck yeah...the thing is a beast...absolutely still loving it

[@morgangentle1515]

Just bought the Navigator 550G , it’s absolutely fantastic, did a brisket on it yesterday came out amazing

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Heck yeah...loved mine

[@lanehansen6850]

Thank you for making this video! Mine had free assembly so I ended up actually learning more about it that I would have if I had assembled it. My only complaint so far is that their manual is terribly inadequate. However, I am looking forward to checking out more of your videos!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

If interested...we actually started another KZbin Channel last year....its called Pellets and Pits...just for this reason....

[@2Wheels_NYC]

Love it! So just before I got my Camp Chef, I was going back and forth between a griddle and a smoker. The Pit Boss was my smoker choice, and that sear opening was a big part of it. I love my griddle, but there will be one of these in my future. Congrats man!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Amen....we were right there and the same thing...funny how at the same time we were going thinking the same thing

[@pjfan173]

I bought my first smoker 4 years ago, a Traeger. The whole family couldn’t believe what a great cook I became. I take no credit, it’s all the Traeger. There are some great smoker channels on KZbin, just like great skillet channels like yours Enjoy Brother

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That is awesome! Thanks bud...

[@TakinBumpsNBlownScales]

Don't worry about the temperature sway, set it at your ideal temp and let it go, and cook your food to temp, I have a traeger and it does the same, don't over think it

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Garrett..

[@ernestlooker4015]

Congratulations can't wait to see that bad boy in action

[@1959RT]

I can't wait to see what you cook 👑. Have fun.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Me too!!

[@supt529]

I have the Pitboss 1150 Pro Series. Before I cook and after cleaning up, I spray the inside down with avocado oil. I found it helps with cleaning up after I'm done cooking and helps with sticking. Recommend cleaning out the pellet tray after 3 cooks, the ashes from the pellets build up. The temperature prob is not very accurate, mine is off by 5 degrees. The mobile app is good, but I don't use it very much. I smoked last year's Thanksgiving turkey and it was amazing. Have fun with the smoker, I think you and your family will really enjoy it.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey thanks for that...I cleaned up yesterday and thought wow...thats alot of maintenance...but it is what it is...I will spray I like that idea.. just to clarify what are you spraying

[@supt529]

@@TheFlatTopKing I use Chosen Foods avocado oil spray. I get it from my local grocery store.

[@melonhead49]

I got the ironwood 885 2 years ago. Love the convenience of “set it and forget it”traeger. Can go to the store and leave it unattended. But nothing beats the flavor that comes of my OK Joe or kettle. But too much work w/fire management. Every cooker has its place. Congrats on the new score! Very nice!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Bud....I think so far we are right on the same page...

[@juanandujar7187]

I have an 820 and I do not have that much of a fluctuation. Mine is 5 to 15 degrees. I love the competition pellets. It gives a great soft Suttle smoke flavor but an awesome smoke ring. Glad you joined the pitboss clan. I had and Oklahoma smokey Joe stick burner and live that thing for 8 years. But I love my pitboss

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Juan...so far thing is a beast...glad i got it

[@joebarnett1498]

Mines coming in next few days. Can’t wait to get going.

[@simpleo6531]

Congratulations!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thank you so much

[@SaltyTooth]

looking forward to the vids!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@semsticks]

Thank you awesome review, Overall Happy with your new Grill???

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Honestly and I have mentioned this several times while doing cooks since then I have been more impressed by this unit than anything I have ever owned...Now 2 things to consider. I have never had one before so not alot of experience with other ones. And maybe my expectations were to low to begin with...all that being said I absolutely love it

[@BanjoBrasel]

Nice looking smoker. I am still stuck on my ceramic grill and use my vault smoker for long smokes. I need to learn how to do long smokes on my ceramic grill.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I do have a video that shows how to use a charcoal grill as a smoker I also have good smoker and grill videos they just dont get alot of views so many people dont know

[@georgegarcia884]

Bought my first pit boss PB 850 G I am watching your program. This is my first time I’m going to do it one question you insert the probe into the meat like the brisket I want to make.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Yes

[@fdthird]

Good luck! Like a nice brisket on there!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Just filimned it for my JOIN member and teased it in some social media...Hands down fantastic..Probably the best I have made to date

[@jag62g]

dont own a pellet grill but i have heard if your pellet grill is stored outside pellets in the holding box will absorb moister

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Yeah I have received a bunch of those comments...thanks Jay

[@raychang8648]

Great video!! I think you're really going to enjoy that thing. When you mentioned thunder and lighting, the same thing was happening here a little bit. About the package I intend to send you. Due to Covid, I'm stuck at home other than getting food or necessities. Depression and other health issues are really bothering me. Hold off for a while. Take care, Williamses, and be safe out there.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I know its got to be tuff over there...Ray keep it up and know we are thinking about ya. I live by two mottos....IT TO SHALL PASS

[@25Cocacola]

I’ve got the 850 navigator myself for a year and half by now, I live in south eastern Manitoba Canada. We get some pretty high humidity and some pretty severe temperatures swings out here, and what I would say is if you use the smoker somewhat regularly, say at least once every other week, then you don’t have to worry about the pellets in the hopper they’ll stay just fine, I think I use mine on average once a week year round, I love doing pork roast @250* Burgers and a lot of other meats @350, I would also agree on pellet choice with a lot of the other comments, lumberjack competition is the best.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey thanks Jacob....i appreciate that

[@dhansel4835]

How do you get the ash build in the fire box?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I bought a cheap vacuum and use it just for that..clean the air filter each time and good to go

[@johnhowaniec5979]

Right side is hotter the fan blows in that direction.. these are really great for making jerky on the smoke setting i get my dialed in at 150° great results!

[@johnnyhoover5870]

Totally agree. I always put the bigger cuts of meat in the right side.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Well i am in completely agreeing with ya BUT my right side or your right side. If i am standing looking at my grill my RIGHT side stays about 50 degrees cooler. My pellet box and thermostat is on the left side. The fire pit is in the middle..just to clairfy

[@johnhowaniec5979]

@@TheFlatTopKing just like mine my but my right is always hotter hmmm? I know this because when i rotate my jerky the right side jerky is drying faster so i rotate for even drying..

[@timborders755]

big fan of my pitboss 1000 your going to be impressed don't let pellets get wet in hopper just a warning 3 years on mine clean temp probes every time with vinegar temps will steady

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks TIm...

[@koryweaver5868]

I have been watching your channel for months and really like the flat top videos. I used to own a pit boss. I will never buy a pellet grill again. They all have the hot spot where your pellets burn. The more heat shields the better off you are. It was great in that I really enjoyed barbecuing and bought a vertical high end smoker. Grills like pit boss don’t have enough shielding to manage in high wind areas or cold environments. Texas should be a better climate for it. I hope you enjoy it. Fyi don’t buy low end pellets by traeger or pit boss. They have a reputation for getting caught in the auger. There are many videos documenting this.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks for the tips...what kind of vertical smoker did you buy....is it pellet as well We live in East Tennessee but i get your point...I hope I enjoy it was well..i have wanted one for a while 2 years plus

[@koryweaver5868]

I bought a humphries pint smoker charcoal and wood.

[@mikehornback8582]

I've owned 2 traegers to many problems. I have boss love it. Price was great.

[@TheBeardedItalian]

Congratulations Neil on the new pit boss navigator pellet grill! Looks pretty sweet! I like the grates on that one better than on my 850 pro series. Temperature sways from one side to the next are definitely common which is OK you can utilize that depending on what you are trying to smoke. Seeing how they sent you that pellet grill you’ll probably end up having to use their pellets but I promise you they are not near as good as other brands. I use lumberjack most exclusively. Also you will want to probably get you at least one smoke tube. Pellet smokers really don’t put off a lot of smoke in my opinion. Geez I’m sounding like I know everything about it all which I do not! This is just what I have found personally and learned from other KZbinrs! Great addition for sure to your arsenal of grilling/griddling units!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey I have received tons of communication about this...and so far you are right on point with others..Lumberjack and smoke tube..you are correct I have to use pit boss pellets

[@TheBeardedItalian]

@@TheFlatTopKing still get you a couple of smoke tubes though. It does help a lot even with pit boss pellet. I actually had two bags of competition blend left that I’ve been using, I did a chuck roast the other day and used one smoke tube with it and it turned out really good!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@TheBeardedItalian perfect

[@BigChuck525]

Cook steak to 115° then finish on griddle for a fantastic reverse sear. Congratulations on your first pellet grill. Pellets make a big difference, not only in flavor but also in the amount of soot and ash. Clean fire pot often to avoid problems. Also keep Pellets dry in an air tight tub and try not to leave many Pellets in hopper. Especially with the humidity you have in Florida.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks for the tips Chuck..not being rude or cocky but just to clarify if needed I live In East Tennessee..Still extremely humid and I appreciate the tips... I do have a quick question...do you mix flavors of pellets or do you change out to change flavors

[@BigChuck525]

@@TheFlatTopKing I switch pellets depending on what I'm cooking. Apple or cherry for pork. Cherry will give meat a reddish color. Hickory or mesquite for beef when you want more smoke flavor. I like using a smoke tube to get extra smoke although some say it's to much "dirty " smoke. Pellet grills burn so efficiently and that makes it hard to get very much smoke. If you like heavy smoke try the smoke tube.

[@williamnewman2335]

Did the temperature gauge come with the pit boss. I know the cable does. But the system you plugged the cable into??

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Yes....

[@hanktrantham2641]

Congrats on yr new toy,

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY Hank

[@howardbarlow578]

Can't beat a deal like that!

[@AnthonyMaske]

You want to learn the hot spots, the best way I've found is the biscuit test. Put a bunch of biscuits all over the bottom grate as well as the top tray. That'll tell you how this cooker will cook in each zone.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Perfect...thanks

[@mikedelacruz3135]

Congratulations Brotha, Super dope addition to your arsenal ✊🏼🧐! That smile/grin on your face is like a kid @ Christmas getting exactly what they asked for. I cant wait to see the cooks coming off that Bad Boy. May i ask what your thinking of doing for the 1st smoke? Cheers Y’all 👊🏼😎🤙🏼

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hit me up...its a secret...

[@mikedelacruz3135]

@@TheFlatTopKing copy that

[@mikedelacruz3135]

@@TheFlatTopKing i’ll hit you up on Instagram

[@Wannna_bet]

Would you still recommend the pit boss pro 850. I'm looking for a smoker?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I am not sure about that model....I have the Navigator....absolutely loved it..

[@AustralianTakeOver]

Does this have Wifi controls or is that a aftermarket addon?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I think more updated models have that option...this one did not

[@chrismccarty3738]

I have a camp chef Woodwind 36 with sidekick. Have a flat top and a grill box on the sidekick. It has 4 temp probes which is nice. Coming from an Oklahoma Joes that I had for many years it is so much easier to smoke with. You don’t necessarily get as much smoke flavor as the offset smoker but temperature maintenance is set it and forget it. I haven’t checked on temp variations in the box but I generally always use the temperature probes and rotate if necessary. As far as pellets, myself, I can’t tell much difference so I go with the 40lb bag of 50/50 Oak Hickory from Sam’s very reasonably priced. I keep the pellets in those Kingsford plastic charcoal containers. I know you will enjoy it!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey thats awesome...I really came extremely close to buying the camp chef woodwind wot match my Camp Chef Griddle but ultimately the opportunity with Pit Boss was so hard to pass up.....So far I have really enjoyed the ease of it...but i haven't cleaned it yet...some say it sucks...any pointers

[@chrismccarty3738]

@@TheFlatTopKing it is not the most glamorous thing. I have a shop vac with an extra long hose I use to vacuum out the ash every 3-6 cooks. Obviously longer cooks make more ash. Myself I don’t get hung up on keeping it super clean, but to each his own. It’s a smoker, not a kitchen appliance, although it’s an extension of your kitchen. Try pizza on it.

[@richardscarlett7942]

Cool. I wish I had the ability and opportunity to get one of these, and a propane grill. I just recently got a Blue Rhino Razor griddle top, the only reason I got that is because it was gifted to me by my awesome parents

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey i know the feeling...I know if you keep a look out on fb and so on at the end of the grilling season people will off load em

[@victorbenner539]

So Pit Boss is showing you some love, good for you. But understand when it comes to pellet cookers I "don't have a dog in the race" so to speak. Not that I'm against them, I just never had much use for one. I have WAY to many other cookers to justify a pellet. I'm currently working on my outside kitchen/studio ( should be putting up my first content in about a week, lord help me 😁😆😅🤣😂🤞) and STILL haven't picked up a flatop. Having to many problems deciding what size and features to get on the big griddle. Anyway have fun with the new toy. And again glad to see Pitboss giving you some love and support. In parting sorry to hear about the heat,we are expecting only 72°f as a high today. The highest we have had this year was this last week it got to 90°f one afternoon but cooled down quickly that night. This is just one reason I live in Washington state. That and salmon. We might have to talk someday about you and your wife coming up here next year for some salmon fishing. Something to consider. Have a great day.🌞👍🍻

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey what an opportunity...dont ask if you dont want because I LOVE fishing...thanks for the comment...

[@victorbenner539]

@@TheFlatTopKing not a empty offer. I'm full up busy this year ( I'm taking Harry Soo Salmon fishing again this year. If you don't know who he is check his KZbin channel) so yuppers consider for next year. August, September and October are the prime months. Mostly freshwater fishing ( I have a jet boat so I can go up and down threw the shallow water) last time he grilled up salmon 6 ways. If you want to see his video of that catch and cook go to his channel. Look up " Victor Benner Salmon grilled 6 ways" It was a lot of fun. Really looking forward to this year. Check it out.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@victorbenner539 yeah he is the best. I follow baby back maniac and hes on his channel quite often. I tried his hot and fast brisket and royalty screwed it up.

[@victorbenner539]

@@TheFlatTopKing Justin from babyback Maniac is great. His was my first channel I ever subscribed to. Justin and others have been supporting me to start a channel for a long time. And Harry is a great man besides being a amazing cook,not just bbq. Anyway, yup good things. So circle those months and we will talk more later. You will have a year to get ready. I'm looking at taking several folks throughout those months fishing, crabbing, claming, etc depending on when they come out here.

[@ragequit42]

I recommend using different pellets when you have the chance. I used those on my pitboss a couple of times and then went to Lumberjack pellets and they made a big difference.

[@michau5]

Lumberjack won the pellet challenge for a 5 brand challenge. Chats in the video agreed Lumberjack is their favorite. Kingsford was 2nd.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Linda

[@TheMrlongbeard]

If you haven't already, have a look at a 'pit boss flame tamer' to even out your left to right temps, Just put my 850 together today and will be knocking up a flame tamer from some 2mm stainless sheet

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I have not...haven’t even heard of it

[@jaybooth4815]

You’re about as excited as a long tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs Neal! Merry Christmas! I’ve had my pellet grill for a couple of years now and love it! Just like cleaning your griddle after each cook, I do the same on the pellet grill. If you’re not gonna use the searing feature you might wanna cover the drip tray with aluminum foil. Makes for easier clean up. I remember that video from 2020. Congrats on the new toy! Try a biscuit test to see your hot spots! Cheers brother!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey now we are talking...thanks for the tip...Yeah excited is an understatement

[@jaybooth4815]

@@TheFlatTopKing I just smoked a meatloaf Thursday and it was awesome. I did make the meatloaf.. great recipe.

[@pitmasterwannabe8575]

Congrats on the pellet grill. I’ve never noticed much, if any, flavor difference between pellets (for example hickory vs. cherry pellets). Maybe mesquite but not really there either. I’ll be interested to see what you say.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Me too...I like the idea of mixing flavors of pellets...do you mix bags and ratios in the hopper

[@pitmasterwannabe8575]

@@TheFlatTopKing I have but mainly because I’ve forgotten what flavor I had in the hopper. 😂 I don’t have an easy clean out but I just can’t tell the difference between pellet flavors. If you remember mention in a video if you can. Maybe it’s just my sniffer but I don’t have any problems smelling things. Thanks for the vids. I really enjoy them.

[@trevorpearen9872]

I love my Pit Boss but my only complaint was there was a nasty hot spot over the seer grate. I ended up making a cover/diffuser over the fire box and that made my temps stay much more consistent. Now it cooks so nicely.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Great tip! is that the same on all pit bosses... do you have the navigator..how did you make it...

[@trevorpearen9872]

@@TheFlatTopKing I don’t have the Navigator but mine is pretty much the same thing. I used a chunk of metal I had from an old bbq and put some long bolts on it as legs so it stands over the fire box. Traeger has the same basic idea over theirs. I like the seer grate for steaks and stuff so I had to make it where it is removable.

[@michaelgerald7542]

That hot spot is a space killer. What gauge steel did you use? I’ve been looking for a heat shield to go over my firebox. How tall is the one you made as to not hit the main angled heat shield?

[@trevorpearen9872]

@@michaelgerald7542 I have mine about 4 or 5cm below the main heat shield. I just built a new one that is double plated now too. It’s made from a pressure tank from a well and doesn’t have legs on it because it’s wide enough to go across the whole thing.

[@xTakeoverGamingx]

Could you give me the measurements. Would like to make my own. Thank you.

[@bobbicatton]

Have fun with your new toy😊

[@TheFlatTopKing]

OOOOHHHH I will....posting the brisket cook to you guys

[@daveyarborough602]

Only one thing missing, where is the bottle opener or do you drink wine while you are cooking. People in my area are wine lovers in Napa Valley and do their cooking with a glass of wine. Either way is great 👍

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Great Point...hahahahaha

[@manuellerma19]

Does anybody know the dimensions of both grills ?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Which ones...this is a pellet smoker...

[@LosCarnevores]

It’s good practice to keep it open until you see flames to avoid the infamous blowout

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Depends on the manufacture...not all are the same...and most grills today actually recommend not to keep lid open while starting...just depends on brand

[@Ahglock]

I love my pellet grill. While ill use other smokers for special occasions, the pellet grill allows me to smoke/grill on the daily. And yeah while you technically don't need 2 people to assemble one as I did it solo, it was a royal pain in the ass to do it solo. That main part is heavy and bulky.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Yes sir....absolutely....thanks for the comment...

[@keithtrosen7954]

Love your videos. Enjoy your pellet grill. I cooked a roll of biscuits for find the hot zones and worked good. In my opinion lumberjack competition blend are the best all around pellet, and all I use. Looking forward to watching your journey with this grill. Keep up the good work!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That's a great idea! I appreciate the support

[@Trigger200284]

if you use the broil section over the burn pot, make sure your steak has a bit of oil on it and it will do a decent crust

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Perfect thanks

[@shawnreed3730]

The temp sways are normal my austin xl has them too try doing a "bread test" where you lay out slices over the whole grill and you can find all your hot and cool zones by how toasted the slices get 😁

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey now.. thats a great idea...what temp

[@shawnreed3730]

@@TheFlatTopKing 250or 300 it gives a slow toast so you can see the progression.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@shawnreed3730 ty

[@shawnreed3730]

@@TheFlatTopKing yes sir 😁😁😁

[@rickeymulkey8080]

What will you smoke first?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

OOOOHHHHHH I have an idea in mind and will let the Flat Top Family know very soon

[@blueenglishstaffybreeder6956]

I had one a couple years ago here in Australia, loved it til after 3 months the auger stopped turning, it was early days for me with a pellet smoker and in all honesty I think it had something to do with the cheap brand pellets I was using, I now have an Oklahoma Joe pellet smoker and while I’ve cooked some epic food on it it’s not as innovative as the pit boss, it’s hard to clean out the ash and it’s a pain to extract the grease while cooking, I add small pieces of smoke wood to enhance the smoke flavour, also now buy competition blend pellets, they always have cold spots but if you move your meat around say you’re doing 2 spatchcocked chickens, about halfway thru I alternate them for even cooking as the middle above the fire well gets too hot, can’t wait to see what you’re gonna cook on it

[@TheFlatTopKing]

THANKS FOR THAT....

[@BlackSheepBBQ]

Smoked BBQ content, ftw! Can't wait for the new videos incoming 👑

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Eric...Me either

[@willcha8127]

seen this at costco at $500 man i wanted it so bad. someone recently stole my pellet. Just got a gravity and weber right now

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I just saw that as well just yesterday. Not even on their website yet. Hate to hear that. I absolutely love mine.

[@willcha8127]

@@TheFlatTopKing i went there today to look at it... price was $599 now.i think they upped it $100 for summer . My wife didn't want me to get a 3rd smoker lol. So now i got some tim

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@willcha8127 ahhhaha

[@adamb3456]

Think in the manual it says give or take 25 degrees +or-

[@TheFlatTopKing]

thanks bud....

[@Trigger200284]

nice grill dude, i sell them at the Home Hardware i work at, the only thing that is kind of sucky is that its a select a dial vs a digital dial.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Yeah...I literally just tried 275 and it didnt have it...only 225 250 and 300...

[@Trigger200284]

@@TheFlatTopKing I like doing ribs at 275 for a couple hours, I find it renders the fat well before I wrap them for the next couple hours. Honestly 250 will do much the same, just might take an extra 20-30 mins before wrapping them. I do brisket at about 250 so that’s fine. Super pumped for you man, they are allot of fun, I have the pitboss’ big brother the Louisiana Grills “LG900” and I have been happy with it. Hello from Nova Scotia by the way!

[@jasoncatt]

Great intro, but are you going to update us on how it's going?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Well kinda..i have used it quite often in videos since then...anything specific you want to know about

[@LifeofGHooks]

Little pellet smoker tip run it on smoke setting for 15min with the lid open before cranking up the heat. It will give you a cleaner smoke flavor ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Cool, thanks...is this always or just for hot and fast

[@LifeofGHooks]

@@TheFlatTopKing I tend to do it for all smokes it’s produce a lot better flavor for me

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@LifeofGHooks ty

[@orional1977]

Put my PB1150 Pro together by myself with a M12 impact driver....

[@TheFlatTopKing]

i give you credit...not everyone can...

[@orional1977]

@@TheFlatTopKing Assemble the legs on the garage floor and leverage it. Easy....

[@chrismcdonald7293]

Be careful lighting.... set to smoke and leave lid open. Once it is lit the smoke will clear and the fire will rumble. Set temp your after and close the lid. They can blow up if not lit the right way. Love my pit boss PB1000R2

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Chris

[@johnnyhoover5870]

I have a 850 myself shipmate. Be careful when you open up that sear plate with a fatty cut off meat. The fat will drip right into the fire pot and be a pain in the ass to clean out. Looking forward to your 1st cook. Been using my pit boss every couple weeks for years.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey shipmate...thanks for the tip. I just said in another comment I haven’t cleaned it yet and some say its a pain

[@johnnyhoover5870]

@@TheFlatTopKing you have to take everything out, that's the only pain. Grab the shop vac and you'll be fine. The inside does get ashy and the grease makes it stick. A little time and she will shine.

[@bobbypeterson3740]

I guess I should tell you the ratio that I use for blending my pellets but I do about 10 to 15% competition and the rest in cherry and then another bucket I do 15% competition and the rest Apple and it is so smooth on the meat it’s not bitter is not harsh and I run of the smoke level Tim till I wrap so let me know

[@TheFlatTopKing]

WOW....thanks I really like the 5 gallon bucket idea....

[@idonwantella2824]

Thunderstorms are crazy here in Florida right now. Still haven't managed to take any rabbits. Every time I see one, the dogs chase it away before I get a shot.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

griddle rabbit...im down

[@idonwantella2824]

@@TheFlatTopKing I'm thinking smoked rabbit

[@stevenhigginson7554]

Just got a Yoder 640S but previously had the Green Mountain Daniel Boone and A Traeger before that. They are crazy convenient for smoking. Good point on keeping those pellets dry. I have ruined augers with wet pellets before. I just picked up a Camp Chef 600 griddle and and enjoyed following your channel and learning how o cook on it. Trying some Al Pastor tacos tomorrow. Enjoy.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Steve....

[@rodderbob]

Experimentation is learning.......... On that type of design, the sliding plate on the deflector that opens for searing can get stuck with the build up of protein renderings and ash from the burnt pellets. You're going to want to figure out how to keep that clean with routine maintenance. You didn't talk about how it exhausts and I'm too lazy to online search that model, but you might be able to balance the left to right temp zones by manipulating the exhaust. For pellets, down the road when you get some experience, try Knotty Wood brand, both the pecan and plum, they seem to impart better flavor. They go on sale at HD about 3-4 times a year for $15 a bag. They might require a little more clean up of the fire pot after each cook because they grind bark into the pellet mash so it can deposit "klinkers". Smoke on brother..............btw I just put two beef dino rib racks on my barrel smoker a bit ago, so it's a good day for smokin'.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey Bob...thanks for that...The exhaust is in the back...I will txt you a pic today.

[@kendrickneely6353]

If you are on b a humid area remove your pellets from hopper after each cook . If the pellets get damp or wet they will break down and clog up the auger. Other than that great grill , enjoy

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks for the tip!

[@Levi-d5s]

im lazy id use a drill and besides cross thread is better than loctite

[@michaelfreehling1914]

I see a bigger back deck a coming

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Lord aint that the truth...

[@bobbypeterson3740]

If you do a pork butt do it with the bone in on the top shelf as far away from the heat as you can get it to maintain a better temperature and not to give you a hard crust but you have to break up and what I do is I mix competition blend cherry and apple great flavor

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey perfect thanks Bobby

[@scotty362100]

The sliding grate is a nice "gimmick" but after having 3 PitBoss smokers now, they are useless after 5 or 6 cooks. And cleaning the ash pot is just stupid when so many other grills have solved that with a 10 second cleanout from outside the grill! Tips: Plug 3 of the exhaust hole closest to the temp probe end (1/2" conduit plugs) to force the air to the other end, only smoke on the upper shelf - you will burn the bottom of meat on the bottom shelf as the drip pan gets too hot in the center over the fire pot. YW

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Well not sure we see the same results...I have several videos since this was posted and can safely assume roughly 50 cooks...still going strong...no burning...and loving the sliding grate...really gets a good flame kiss flavor

[@meme-yc4ks]

Great addition to the game? This changes the game bud. Just think...thanksgiving all on the pellet grill, turkey, potatoes, etc all at the same time. FYI Ive always smoked a turkey with a ham over top to drip all over it and just add more flavor. Smash burgers are good...grilled/smoked burgers are to die for. Smoked deviled eggs, smoked cream cheese. And the kicker....leave the grill off and grab a smoke tube. Throw some pellets in there and 'cold' smoke some cheese or smoke some sea salt. Smoked salt is some of the best stuff.. you can throw it on regular scrambled eggs and it tastes like almost bacon and eggs just from the smoked salt. FYI...temp swings happen. Wind, temp outside and your smoke setting obviously affects the grill more. Higher the smoke setting the more it will fluctuate in temp. I got a Camp Chef woodwind, and buying a grill blanket which is basically a magnetic thermal blanket that just attaches to the grill does help. Enjoy it!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks so much...do you use your grill blanket in the summer as well or year round...

[@meme-yc4ks]

@@TheFlatTopKing Always have it on mine. At high smoke settings when the grill will fluctuate in temp to try to get the most smoke the thermal blanket just keeps temps closer. And bonus saves on pellets. Now pellets are the next topic... Quality is key. And where/how you store them is also. Obviously moisture is your enemy. One last thing is you need to clean these things out periodically. Clean out firebox, vacuum out inside or just use compressed air. This is where quality of pellets comes into play. Ive always used Camp Chef pellets. THey are very highly rated and I have never had any issues in using mine for over 4 years.

[@xmanb8193]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Ty

[@sweattsdaddy8927]

Well at least you didn’t pay for it. No money lost on that one.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

not sure the comment..

[@genemcgrath4931]

Nice way to eat crow!!! Lol

[@TheFlatTopKing]

You got that right!

[@jefferysmom696]

AND???...THAT'S IT??? ...lol

[@TheFlatTopKing]

What’s it…

[@jefferysmom696]

@@TheFlatTopKing You know...I hear that people...Some People...Cook on these...

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@jefferysmom696 I’m lost…. Am I missing something.

[@idonwantella2824]

I'm not watching this one

[@TheFlatTopKing]

OH Yes YOU ARE....

[@idonwantella2824]

@@TheFlatTopKing ok, just for you