Rec Tec 340 Pellet Grill - Easy Set Up

[@jamkoontz]

Thank you for this video. This 57 year old grandma had absolutely no problems putting the grill together all by herself!

[@rogerstreet9244]

Great video, I spent 6 months looking at the different brands of pellets smokers. This is one of the best video I have seen on an unboxing. Thank you for pointing out about not hitting the temp probe on the inside of the smoker. Proud owner of the REC TEC 700 {{THE BULL}}.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Thanks for watching, Roger! :-D

[@charlieandhudsonspal1312]

I’m thinking of getting the Bull. Do you love it?

[@asewell5612]

Thanks for ALL your critiques ... I have waited awhile and done lots of research ... because of that and you Marc I am ordering one today! Just an ol’ Texas soul that can’t do without great BBQ! Thanks Marc!!!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey there, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you like what we do

[@TheRulestGaming]

I got the RT1250 awhile back. You cannot go wrong with this company. Some of the best food I have ever cooked came off of this thing. I would mention for new people to the smoker. Remember to clean out your fire pot after every 2-3 cooks depending on how long of a cook it was. Obviously wait till it is super coo. I normally do it before my next cook when it is time. You can run these dry without any issues and it is good to do every 3-4 bags to get out any build up of wood dust. Great video on the 340! Straight to the point and good information.

[@weaverdetails4747]

I just received my new rec tec trailblazer and this video was incredibly helpful. Thank you.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late, Scott. I'm glad it helped! Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@Shlonghong14]

Thank you for this review! This put the nail in the coffin for me on getting this grill. I went down to the showroom today and picked one up (since they are about 10 miles from me). Now my wife wants me to get rid of my charcoal grill, I don't think that going to happen though.

[@dank9288639]

haha same man same, you still need a charcoal grill tho. I had to get rid of 2 grills and then she gave me the go ahead to grab this puppy lmao

[@fireout5]

Mac just received my christmas gift of the RT 340 great video my man. Last couples year we bought our Son and daughter RT 700 and they are both masters along with their spouse's.. Surprised Dad with the RT 340 is great for the wife and I. My man Cedric just ordered his RT 7-00 last week due to arrive on the 6th of Jan. Looking forward to more of your videos, Thanks

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Thanks for watching! I think they are great machines! :-D

[@rdkingjaxfla1423]

Great video my friend...been looking at Rec-Tec for some time. This video just might have put me over to edge, keep the videos coming 😎

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Thanks for watching :-D

[@tammilamper2860]

I get my on 10/2/20. Thank you for this video

[@dougiefresh461b9]

Thanks for the awesome instruction . I’m setting up my 340 right now !

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late. Glad it helped Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@doccalkin]

Great video. I'm deciding between this one and the 590. I'm single and would be cooking for just me 99% of the time. Also very compact. I live in an area I'd like to keep it in the garage when not using it. Thanks for the build.

[@TheBigShuck]

340 for sure

[@kevinwake9439]

What a Great video. This guy is seriously good at this. Loved it!!! Great job enjoyed it

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late, Kevin. Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@Evil_Genius_888]

Wow! Thanks for this great video. I just had my RT 340 delivered this morning. I thought I'd be filling up that swear jar for sure and wouldn't be ready to do this for another month. I'll be cooking this weekend.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey there, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you like what we do and the RT, too

[@redraiderreloading7612]

How long did it take for you to get it, from buying it till it showed up

[@Evil_Genius_888]

@@redraiderreloading7612 a couple of weeks and a delivery reschedule for some reason I’ve forgotten. Weather I think. My girlfriend actually made the purchase for my Christmas gift. We just didn’t order until spring when I could start using it.

[@redraiderreloading7612]

@@Evil_Genius_888 awesome just put my order in for the 340 and 220 lbs of pellets... Can't wait till I get it ...

[@Evil_Genius_888]

@@redraiderreloading7612 my gf just said it shipped 2 days after the order and also had a call from a local delivery company to drop it off. I got the same package so it came on a big pallet. I love using it. I’ll be grilling a porketta roast this weekend.

[@TheWinger1008]

Love....Love....Love your rating system. Awesome Idea.

[@Stoetz]

Being able to put this in a pickup easily and tailgate IS HUGE

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late. Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@roadracerqx893]

Just had my RT-340 delivered....first pellet grill. Good vid,...helpful...thanks! Subscribed!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Awesome! Thank you! And thanks for watching! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@SteveShin85]

I think this might be the perfect one for me

[@adkny98]

I just got a 340 one I love it

[@tonynorton911]

Just received mine and I love it. This replaced a 300 which was a true work horse. So far I am really impressed with the 340 and Rec Tec. Customer service is awesome. Can't go wrong with Rec Tec.

[@brianmeuser8687]

First visit to your channel, but wow, great job! Love the information that you provided and your personality. Great job!

[@TheTarussell]

Thank you for your video! It helped me set mine up without any issues. I can’t thank you enough!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey Timothy, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you liked it

[@Warsign01]

LOL, the do not eat had me rolling. Nice.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey there, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you like what we do

[@dougiefresh9618]

I bought the mini it's great for camping. I had to move up to the RT 700 for the friends & family

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late, Dougie. That RT-700 is really a great one formaking a lot of food! And that temp control, the best right?Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@vishanc1911]

Mine arrives tomorrow and this was very helpful - great video as always!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Thanks for watching, Vishnan! I hope you really enjoy it! :-D

[@seanob6247]

Vishan C how do u like it?

[@vishanc1911]

Jay A better than I coulda hoped for

[@kelilanclos7564]

I watched this and husband was impressed I was able to assemble it 😂

[@michaeldouglas5679]

I love your enthusiasm. I’m looking to purchase my first pellet grill/smoker and you are selling it!!!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey Michael, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you like what we do

[@michaeldouglas5679]

You’re welcome and much appreciated

[@crw31399]

Just found your channel.looking to get my first pellet smoker grill..was thinking traeger but now thinking rec tec

[@XxMrRoachxX]

Definitely Rec Tec if you have to choose. Bang for the Buck Bro. Don't want to pay 200 bucks just for the Traeger logo :D

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

It's a great choice...Thanks for watching! See you outback today! :-D

[@dannyterrones5737]

Great tutorial, Thanks Mark,😎

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey Danny, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you like what we do

[@fantasma62]

Hey, thank you for this video...so after lots of research I landed on the previous Traeger vs RT 340 video. That video was very helpful. Then I saw this video and this is what sold me. Received my Recteq on Thursday and used this video to put it together. This made transition from a Pit Barrel Cooker to the 340 a breeze

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

How's it wrking out for you? And thanks for watching, Tony! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@windowclean100]

Rec tech needs to send me one of those I’m tired of getting bent over the pool table buying all these other junk grills

[@benzbenz496]

Just ordered mine I hope it gets here before Halloween 🎃.

[@artparker1079]

Thank you great information Marc. have a wonderful Christmas my friend

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hi Art, I'm sure that we'll have another chance to wish each other Merry Christmas. But in any case, I wish you and your loved ones a very happy Christmas and New Year...don't forget to participare in the RT-340 GIVE-AWAY ;-)

[@virgilkirkland1205]

Great video... got my trailblazer a few months before winter hit. Looking at assembling and starting to cook this weekend. Being brand new to smoking I did a lot of searching and really wanted a portable smoker for camping/tailgating. It was between this and the traeger tailgater. But after looking at the traeger at a local HD, I thought those legs are weak and flimsy (and not very easy to adjust). Being that I live in Traeger country (Salem Oregon) it was hard (even painful) not to buy local (until I found out Joe and family no longer are a part of Traeger grills, they work at a local center for Danson who make the Pitt boss and Louisiana Grills). Also after speaking with a few Traeger owners who also own a RecTec who said they love both I decided to go with the RT340 Trailblazer. Can't wait to start smoking and see what you got coming out on your videos!! I've got alot to learn!!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you, so late, Virgil. Pit Boss and Louisiana are great grills and so is Rec Tec. I had a Traeger, but those others are really great. I'm glad you lie the videos. Thanks for watching! See you outback today! :-D

[@Damonbird775]

Great video. Thanks so much for all the information.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late, Brandon. Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@Damonbird775]

@@marcsonthegrill2227 No worries. Because of you, I am not the owner of a Rec Tec and I couldn't be happier. Thanks, again.

[@gotjokes819]

Great videos! Quick question, will the rt-340 be big enough for a family of 4 with occasional guests?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Big enough for family of four, if you have more than a couple of guests, maybe the 590 Thanks for watching, Matthew! :-D

[@Thedumbtruckdriver]

In reading some reviews for the 340 on the recteq website, someone mentioned smoking 13lb butts and briskets and it was perfect for small 4-6 person gatherings.

[@1967GALAXIE500]

Awesome unboxing. I have a Treager. But I believe it’s time for a rec tec. Is there any way we can refer you for our purchase. The way the legs fold is so much better and easier than the Treager. Went out today and our 4 year old Treager wouldn’t turn. Not the first time. So it’s time to move on. Thank you sir for the great video.

[@XxMrRoachxX]

Rec Tec's are awesome and I wanted one but my wifey want's the house painted first so I opted for a Pit Boss Lexington for now :( Will be delivered first week of May and I think it will do just right for now (certainly better than my electric Masterbuilt, at least I get a smoke ring lol). Will certainly get a Rec Tec when the house is painted and the Truck's paid off :D

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

You'll do just great with a Pit Boss! Thanks for watching! See you outback today! :-D

[@D-Dog1976]

Marc you are Fantastic- Thank you!!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

My pleasure!

[@christopherlee8131]

Damn . Love the rec tec of this video

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

They're great! Thanks for watching, Christopher

[@dmk5n1]

16:40 Priming the Rec Tec Remove all the hardware from inside the grill Handful of pellets into ignitor Power on Set to 400 degrees x 60 min Reassemble the contents Lid down

[@dmk5n1]

16:10 Fill Hopper

[@dmk5n1]

12:00 Wifi Setup

[@KaptinK]

Great video... you're hysterical bro. Subscribed!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey there, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you like what we do

[@kerryhawk8075]

What are the dimensions on the grill when legs are folded up? And what are the dimensions of the main grill grate?

[@gwrace]

Loved the video but probably not a good idea to tear up the box until a damage and functionality test is completed. Just had to send back a Bullseye that was damaged but box appeared ok. I have an RT-700, Matador and Bullseye. All awesome grills by recteq. I like the idea that the legs fold for transport but this is still a heavy and bulky grill for camping or RVing. Most RV owners are looking for compact, light weight and space saving accessories.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Great points! Thanks for watching! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@gilbertpc805]

Can it be wheeled in the folded position? Like to flod and roll to a camp site or something?

[@trbizwiz1]

How tall is it, when folded up? Will it fit under a bed cover on a pickup?

[@carolpeck6872]

Marc. Do you ever think that you might do a side by side with a Campchef Smoker and a Rec Tec. I want to see your opinion the the Campchef performance, before I commit to this item. Thanks

[@mcivernivens7553]

That would be interesting to see with the new PID controller from Camp Chef that has adjustable smoke settings. That's what put me over the top, I'm ordering a 36" model later this week.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

I would love to! I've written to Camp Chef 3 times, no answer. But I'll keep trying! Thanks for watching! See you outback today! :-D

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Thanks for watching! See you outback today! :-D

[@carolpeck6872]

@@marcsonthegrill2227 my hubby gave me the airfryer/griddle combo for mothers day. would love to get a smoker next.

[@MrDevildogokc]

I've had to replace the igniter on my 4 year old Camp Chef twice now. Royal pain the the butt to do BTW. I'm looking to upgrade to a Rec Tec!

[@randomcrap763]

Hey Marc, (Finally someone who spells it right :) ) I am looking at a Rec Tec, but I am torn between the 340 and the 590... Can you get a full size chicken and a full brisket on this bad boy? Thanks in advance!!!

[@TheBigShuck]

With the extra rack you can

[@brianshrum6685]

Will it fit a full but trimmed brisket

[@edpippin]

You should have had 50 cents around 8:50 when you were putting the lid screw in. Anything with a nut and two washers brings a swear.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

You're right about that! Thanks for watching! :-D

[@davidwhittington7532]

Hey Marc, Love the videos. Looking at the 340 vs 590. Have a family of 4 and cook for 6 people 2 or 3 times a week. Would you get the 590 or 340?

[@TheBigShuck]

If you get the extra rack for the 340 it takes it to over 500 sqin big enough for 6 to 8 people

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

The 590 And thanks for watching, David! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@saltybeatz1]

Marc out of all the brands you have dealt with which ones do you recommend getting? For under $1000

[@robv60]

WHAT is on that parallelogram mount!!?? I used to build these for binocs.

[@MorgamusPrime87]

Hey Marc, I love your videos. I'm giving a lot of thought into buying an RT 340 as my first smoker. I love big hopper on it, and that it can be folded up and sat on a surface if needed. My question is, will this little box be enough to run a whole brisket on it? I don't want to cover the vents that are inside the unit along the drip pan and I'm worried about interior space. I would prefer to get the 340 because of cost, but maybe the 590 is a better bet for such a large piece of meat? Thanks Marc! FFF!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late, Thomas...I can make a 14 1/2 Lb brisket on a 340. It can get a little too hot on the bottom, so better to cook it fat side down. I made a video for the Beef Brisket Recipe last week which I did on a Traeger. Hope that helps and thanks for watching! See you outback today! on Facebook :-D

[@adrianfundora1051]

I'm looking at getting this exact model for $200 how happy are you with it? I use my pitboss 820 pro series daily and wanted something I could take to work, camping, to the park etc

[@BBBYpsi]

Question how low does it cook at in the low setting. Reason I am asking is for smoking/cooking Salmon

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Thanks for watching and asking. The lowest it goes is 180F.

[@BBBYpsi]

@@marcsonthegrill2227 Thanks for answering & that is the temp I would want for smoking salmon. Prefer 170F but 180F would work.

[@JGKski360]

Is rec tec a high end brand or is there something out there better? I am only looking for a beginner smoker to set and forget. Thanks!

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late! REC TEC is definitely a "set and forget" pellet smoker. Thanks for watching! See you outback today! :-D

[@dogmandan79]

Thoughts on the RT590? For us in the land of snow, are thermal covers worth the cost and are they available for the RTs?

[@longbranch5921]

Just subcribed to ur channel love ur videos.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey there, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but I'm glad you like what we do

[@mattdehaven6143]

I may be getting one of these bad boys. I’m new to pellet grills. Do you have to use the rec tec pellets with this grill or will any of them work?

[@XxMrRoachxX]

I think any of them works. Pellets are Pellets man

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

@@XxMrRoachxX For the most part! They all look like rabbit food

[@mkislov]

What is your experience with the app? Seems lots of folks are having issues with Wifi connectivity and setting alarms.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Sorry for getting back to you so late. I haven't seen any issues...works great from a remote distance and the alarms functioned w/o a problem. But their customer service is really good in my experience. Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@thomasjan493]

If you unplug it do you have to redo the wifi connection?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

yes

[@JGKski360]

Does this feed a family or two? Any regrets buying this instead of the 590? Did it come w two probes?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

No regrets on the 340. But I got a 700 and that feeds a lot of folks...Thanks for watching! :-D

[@rupman27isback]

@@marcsonthegrill2227 so about the probes? lol

[@devinbooker648]

it comes with 2 probes

[@erniepaul61]

Where can I get a wood BBQ table like you have?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

I remember that I got it at Home Depot...Thanks for watching, Paul! :-D

[@christianlewis4011]

How does this stack up against the Grilla Grill Chimp Tailgate?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Well the Rec Tec has the best heat control I've seen, yet...and the stainless steel drum is top notch. That's now to say anything negative about Grill Chimp...but the RT is definitely a set and forget machine.

[@jimbob6951]

I have been researching buying a pellet grill for a while now. I don't need a large one. I've narrowed it down to the RT-340 or Grilla Grills Chimp. Any thoughts?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey James, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but the Grilla Chimp is a good one, but the RT has better heat control and the stainless steel is superior

[@spankreasy18]

Is it worth going to the 700? This would be my first pellet grill

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

It really depends on how much you want to cook at one time. The 340 shares the same technology and lots of the features of the 700 (stainless steel drum). The 700 is twice as big and that means more than one turkey, beer can chicken and 6 ribs. Still, the 340 is a lot easier to transport, that means something to me. I'd like to know what you choose Thanks for watching!

[@chriscontreras4171]

could I use this in my built in kitchen? It appears that this would work.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

I'm not sure but thanks for watching, Chris! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@thomasharris1240]

Marc how big of a brisket do you think you could fit on there? How many racks of ribs? Trying to decide if I want to pull the trigger on this machine

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

At the most 16 pounds, at least 3 racks... what did you buy? And thanks for watching ! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@thomasharris1240]

@@marcsonthegrill2227 I ended up buying a camp chef PG24MZG. Couldn’t beat their military discount they offered

[@neiln9391]

Hi Marc, awsome video and I just subscribed brother. Would you be able to smoke a whole turkey in the 340?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Hey Neil, thanks for watching! Sorry to take so long to get back to you. I don't know how I missed it, but yeah, a turkey not much more than 16 lbs

[@neiln9391]

Thank You.🙏

[@roberthanan487]

Just got mine and the box said "MADE IN CHINA'. If I had known that I would have looked at other brands. No where on rec tec web site does it say made in china. They make you think its made in Georgia. Bullshit, I am pissed.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

They assemble it in GA. I bet manufacturing is coming back to the USA. Maybe we get a handle on economical steel production, too! But thanks for watching, Robert! :-D

[@tobyzertuche1671]

How big a turkey can you smoke?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

At least 15 lbs and thanks for watching, Toby

[@MrDevildogokc]

Reading all the replies paid off! I figured someone had my question!

[@cal-tana2977]

Do any big box stores carry this grill?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Don't think so...but check on-line

[@denaliking6426]

I have 4 grills and none of them have caulking or paint inside the cook chamber, so why is the auger arm painted and why is there caulking inside theirs (i wouldn't feel comfortable with that). I don't care if its rated for high heat, etc.... there will be some level of break down (don't want fine particles and fumes on any food being cooked)

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Which grills do you have? Sorry for getting back to you so late. Thanks for watching! See you outback, today :-D

[@josephdecker4558]

nice of these could work off a 12 volt battery.

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Yep Thanks for watching, Joseph! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@justski40]

the sun beating down on it what is that going to hurt .LOL...what about the rain and snow ?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

LOL Thanks for watching, Jim! Sorry for the late reply :-D

[@MNIU_]

I’m confused on how this is portable if the functionality exists in the Wi-Fi capabilities…

[@phatrides222000]

4 quarters. I guess i'm not opening the box!

[@USNEM]

Are those solar panels completely covered by tree shade? 😂🤣

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Not anymore :-D And thanks for watching, Steven! :-D

[@northeastbeastlafoe628]

This is sexy all shiny and all. price tag? I need me a pellet grill

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

Don't forget to participate in the Give-Away!

[@northeastbeastlafoe628]

I think i did it right

[@truthof7382]

Why’s he putting rabbit food in the grill?

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

LOL

[@steveguzman6640]

Are these grills made in China?

[@TheBigShuck]

Yes.. But the build quality is nothing to sneeze at! Not everything built in China is crap. This certainly deserves its cudos!

[@wwjj64]

if you have to show people how to open a box they shouldnt be operating a grill.

[@northeastbeastlafoe628]

Merry Christmas to you and the family and Happy New Years

[@marcsonthegrill2227]

And to you too! Thanks for watching :-D

[@Tigerfan50]

Thanks Marc. I just set up my 340 in about 15 minutes and I'm going through burn in right now. Your video was spot on and very helpful. The wireless setup was so easy. Can't wait to take the maiden voyage this afternoon. lol

[@sm0keater]

Great video! I’ve been watching videos for a year now and just ordered mine on Monday. Anxiously awaiting the arrival.

[@myname-uc6gr]

I don’t have Internet but I do have a smart phone with data plan. Will the WiFi option work?

[@TheBigShuck]

As long as you use your phone as a hotspot

[@wwjj64]

You're so misinformed on so many levels. lol