Review of BBQ Guru on the Kamado Joe -- Smoked Pork Butt

You've asked for it and here it is, me showing you how to use the BBQ Guru Cyber Q. This is a great temperature control device for your smoker. I show how to use it with a Kamado Joe cooker.
More info about the BBQ Guru:
www.bbqguru.com/
Injection and Rub used in this video was from Kosmos Q:
www.kosmosq.com/
Find out more info about the Kamado Joe here:
www.kamadojoe.com/
Music:
Niles Blues by Kevin MacLeod
"Nile's Blues" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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[@stevemitchell3601]

Another great video, thanks Troy. I have a WSM and love it but thinking of buying a KJ so watching your Komado videos. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

[@cmbteng6005]

thx so much for your advice, I just purchased one 2 days ago, waiting for it to arrive. thx you for ur time, please keep putting out the quality videos for the back yard BBQ's like myself they have made me a WAY BETTER COOK!!!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Tyga T Always happy to help out a fellow cook if I can. I appreciate your support of my channel Tyga. Cheers!!!

[@CherylKCherylsHomeCookingshow]

Thanks for showing us this....nice grill . Thats amazing having the info on your cell phone too,great device!The pulled pork looks amazing

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Cheryl K (CherylsHomeCooking) Thank you Cheryl. The pulled pork was amazing. The Kamado Joe is a great grill. The Guru really comes in handy when it is cold outside!

[@benjamintony2056]

Dont know if you guys gives a shit but if you're bored like me during the covid times then you can stream pretty much all of the latest movies and series on instaflixxer. Been binge watching with my gf for the last couple of months :)

[@haydenbrett125]

@Benjamin Tony Definitely, I have been using InstaFlixxer for since november myself :D

[@HeavyMetalBarBQue]

Hey Troy! Great explanation on the operation of a stoker. For worry free cooks…. why not? That Guru is one high-tech device… gotta love it.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Heavy Metal Bar-B-Que Yep, they do have a place in BBQ, especially for those long overnight cooks.

[@thomasballard2632]

Man, that is so neat; nice and looks easy enough to maybe put it on my wishlist for Christmas . Great job; & thanks for sharing !!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Thomas Ballard The Guru is a great device for those long overnight cooks. Thanks for watching Thomas!

[@crisworkizer1523]

Awesome job On the cook as well as the product review.just picked up a Kamado Joe 24 "cant wait to try it out....

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Cris Workizer Hey Cris, you are going to love the Kamado Joe!!! It is one fine cooking machine!

[@chrisfleming7288]

I loved how the mention of a 16lb pork butt brought tears to your eyes! True BBQ man.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Yeah buddy!!! Thanks for watching Chris.

[@bjorker40]

Awesome and very interesting review....I currently use the digi q and will be getting the cyber q after this review of yours!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Grimm Day I really like the wifi feature of it. It really comes in handy. Thanks again for watching!

[@dekowi988]

The pork looks good man! I'm starving now! Nice review too.

[@joshcamp6135]

very instructional video troy. wow those pork Butt's looked outstanding my friend great video troy see you next time keep up the good work. thanks for sharing my friend

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Josh Camp Thanks Josh, the pork butt was fantastic bro!!!

[@texiceman]

wow, cool gadget... yet another amazing video! thanks for the info... (again and again) you rock!!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Texas Mann Thanks, I love the wifi feature of the BBQ Guru. It does come in handy on cold nights! I appreciate you checking out the video and hope you have a wonderful weekend!!!

[@BadBeastBarbecue]

Been wanting to get one of these for while with an adapter for a UDS, seen these used at BBQ contest on ugly drum smoker. Great piece of equipment

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Bad Beast Barbecue They do come in handy Daryl. I don't use my Guru too often, but sometimes it allows me to get some sleep and not worry about the pit on those long cooks overnight. Thanks for watching brother!

[@j.j.gonzalez9586]

That's a very cool device.! Great review T-Roy

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Food Adventures with JJ Gonzalez Thanks JJ!!!! I appreciate you checking out the video brother!

[@RayMacksKitchenandGrill]

This was a great review my friend...

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Ray Mack's Kitchen and Grill Thanks Ray Mack!!!

[@001SapoBBQ]

Those are good !!! Great explanation!!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Cookin with Surfin Sapo Thanks Sapo!!! See ya soon brother!

[@zz-sp8mn]

Your content never seems to amaze me. I know if I have a question about something to do with smoking meats I can come right to your channel and you will have a video to get me started. I run the WSM 22.5 and wasn't sure if you just went with the old trusty minion method with the lit coals in the center or you had to do something different since you used the BBQ Guru. Guess I should have said that I have the BBQ Guru on the way. Thanks for your time!

[@CentralTexasGrilling]

I've been thinking about getting a GURU, good video brotha!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Aim'em and Claim'em Smokers You can check it out next time you come over for a visit James. Just remind me!

[@BBQGuys]

Yeah, the Guru is a nice little device for sure, great to have that peace of mind that your KJ is cruising at the right temp when you are drinking a beer in the AC lol!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+BBQGuys.com Yes indeed, no worries while the Guru is in control. Thanks for watching Tony!!!

[@bigwhy69]

Great video. I want one of these for my Big Joe.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Michael Wyman Thanks for watching Michael. The Big Joe is a fantastic cooker!!!

[@thebaldchef14]

T Roy you know I've never been much of the barbecue guy. This entire instructional video was way above my pay scale. I will tell you the truth it was really nice getting all this information, one day I might upgrade to this level. I just bought a acorn grill which I will be putting up a video tomorrow utilizing it for the 1st time. No expertise here my friend. I will say I certainly enjoyed seeing you and meeting your wife Karen, what a great time at Keith's house. Great Midwestern folks all the people that were present at this feast were great guys and girls. Keith did a great job hosting this party. He is nothing like I thought he would be, just a down to earth, kind individual. Hopefully I will have the opportunity to meet you in Texas one day. Until then my friend, take care, and above all keep going with your outstanding barbecuing skills.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+The Bald Chef Hi Glen, I think you are going to really enjoy cooking on that Acorn grill. It is similar to the Big Green Egg and Kamado Joe. It was great seeing you and Kyung once again. This was Karen's first time meeting my KZbin family and she had a great time! Keith is very laid back. There was a lot of food I wanted to try, but couldn't because I was so full. I enjoyed meeting Jeff and Greg. I am glad you were able to make the trip to Hoosier land and I look forward to seeing you visit Austin. My door is always open my friend!!! Cheers!!

[@thebaldchef14]

T-ROY COOKS T-Roy always a pleasure to be in your company, absolutely. What a pleasure meeting your lovely wife. I think that a great time, Keith really surprised me, such a nice down-to-earth guy. I had a really good time up there in T town. If invited I will go back, hopefully there will be more friends and family. Take care my friend.

[@CooniesCajunCooking]

I learnt me something T roy thanks for the info. awesome review

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Coonies Cajun Cooking Thanks very much!

[@Stevo19801]

Hi Troy, love you content one of the best on YT. I am at a cross roads, I currently have a large one touch and would say I have mastered all types of cooking on this from short low and slow to cold grate searing, also have WSM 14” which again I feel confidant with for long smokes. The problem is the size of the WSM, I am finding I am running out of space for parties. I am think about either getting rid of both and getting a KJ or upgrading the WSM to the 18”. Space is not an issue, what would you recommend with best results being the main consideration

[@Mac2437]

Hey great video man !!! Been eyeing a Big Joe but don’t know if it will give me the smoke flavor I need . Are Kamado joes worth it ?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

enjoyed the product review Troy. I got two, one of each of my Pimaker bbq Vaults and love them. I actually have the digiQ did not spring for the wifi edition

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Texas Style Cuisine They do come in handy for certain situations. I really enjoy the Wifi model, but it is a little pricey.

[@Mr.Burton17]

Great video and instructions with a awesome looking product. I definitely have kosmos q in my cabinet they make great rubs and injections. Dang that pork looked tasty

[@TROYCOOKS]

+jak burton4 Hey Jak, I do like the Kosmos Q, but wish it had more of a kick. It's a tad bit too sweet for my liking. That pork was killer though! Thanks for watching!

[@Mr.Burton17]

+T-ROY COOKS hey they good buddy try the dirty bird hot or the chipotle rub they have you should like those

[@lumpyq6385]

How did I miss this Video? It was a good one Troy, that Guru is a cool Unit.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Lumpy Q Hey Lumpy, great to hear from you brother!!!! Hope you are doing well. I do love the Wifi feature of the Guru, but find that it can't really help maintain temps in an offset pit. It is more suited for the WSM or Kamado type cookers. Thanks for watching and I wish you and the family a wonderful Summer of BBQ!!!!

[@kevinlindsay5255]

I have found water and melted duck mix in with the injection works well

[@AussieAngeS]

Gosh now I'm starving. I have to stop watching cooking videos on an empty stomach ! Looks like a good device.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+FitAnge S Hey Angie, I appreciate you stopping by for a visit. If you ever make it to the US, we will hook you up with some fine eats!!!

[@Chris-wp3ew]

works great on an offset... As you said, just use lump charcoal... Set it and forget it!

[@styrax0204]

I use the GURU DIGI-Q DX2 on my UDS with the pit viper 10cfm fan. Once the meat goes on, I never have to touch the pit again until it is done. Would be really nice to have the remote monitoring though. The BBQ Guru is a great investment for people that like to smoke a lot.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Chiefmanywrenches Yes indeed, I do love the Wifi feature. The Guru is a great tool to have. Thanks for watching!

[@SouthernCoastalCookingTM]

Very good instruction on this controller, maybe I will get one next summer lol

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Southern Coastal Cooking ™ A man can never have too many toys!!! You have a built in Guru on your YS640! LOL

[@MRCOSMO-zt3pb]

i was wondering if you used that on your Yoder,glad you said not the best use for a offset smoker.cant wait to try it on my Primo.thanks T-Roy

[@TROYCOOKS]

+MR. COSMO When I use it on my Yoder Wichita, I mainly use it for monitoring temps. I do not connect the fan blower to the offset. The Guru will work very well on your Primo cooker. Thanks for watching!

[@The72Rabbit]

I was curious if buying a Cyber Q would work for me. I have a Blaze Kamado and what I am learning from the Two New Grills and One more on its way is this. It's all about learning and building a workflow in cooking. I cook every weekend and so far ... My chicken wings is the best and without any probes. Beef chuck second and my first run on a Brisket 3rd. for the first time. I did use probes on the brisket and its okay using Grill Eye proble on the Kamado. But I got no sleep because of the influx of heat temps. I am thinking of getting a Lone Star Insulated Mini Cabinet. What do you think???

[@tangojoe9694]

Looks like a cool gizmo Troy and the pork turned out mighty fine. Great heads up on this not being optimal for a offset stick burner.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Tango Joe A guy can never have too many toys to play with Joe. LOL Thanks brother!

[@josej.d.1133]

If the top vent was closed for most of the cook, and the bottom one was blocked and controlled by the Cyber Q, where is the smoke supposed to go when then fan ran overnight?

[@t-mac6210]

T-Roy T-Roy T-Roy the addiction continues, I don't see much benefit with the cyber Q's blower on the Wichita, but I love that it has 4 probes and is Wi-Fi so I can sit in my recliner later on in the cook lol and not a whole lot more than the Therma Q with only two probes/channels and no Wi-Fi. what are your thoughts on them apples?

[@cooknonthebrink7965]

Saw the bbqguru in action this past weekend, in fact he took the trophy with his cook. I'm using the offset now, but you know How it goes...I'm eyeing either a WSM or Kamado Joe lol the pork looked great Troy, got to order some of that rub..

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Cook'n on the brink A guy can never have too many toys! LOL BTW, I like Oakridge BBQ Rubs much better than Kosmos. Just my own opinion!

[@alexsbbq1585]

do you know if those devices are allowed at competitions?? thanks

[@NoHippieBBQCooking]

looks like a great product

[@TROYCOOKS]

+No Hippie BBQ & Cooking I rarely use it Lyle. It takes the fun out of cooking. The only time I may use it is for long overnight cooks where I need to sleep.

[@SmokedReb]

Nice review Troy, very responsibly done ;), i tried getting BBQ Guru to send me a unit to review but they wanted me have more subscribers lol. cheers!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Smoked Reb BBQ The Guru is great on the WSM and ceramic cookers, but I wouldn't buy one for use on an offset. Ya know, you could just buy a Guru like I did? That way you don't feel obligated in any way??

[@SmokedReb]

+T-ROY COOKS Haha yeah, I was gonna get one this summer, but I just havent been doing a lot of long cooks to justify it. Of course it would be even better in the winter so I dont have to go out and adjust the vent every so often in the freezing weather. Cheers!

[@SmokedReb]

+T-ROY COOKS Haha yeah, I was gonna get one this summer, but I just havent been doing a lot of long cooks to justify it. Of course it would be even better in the winter so I dont have to go out and adjust the vent every so often in the freezing weather. Cheers!

[@palmer3030]

What is the best current smoker with automatic smoker control combo?

[@ShopperPlug]

3:08 - Do you have a video of you using this on your offset? I really want to automate my offset smoker and theres no video on youtube about it.

[@cfunk10]

I've got an Auber controller for my KJ Classic. Honestly, it's more trouble than it's worth as far as I'm concerned. I get just as many temp fluctuations using the Auber as I do when not using it. Of course, that Guru may be a better unit as it costs considerably more than the Auber. Thanks for the video. And, time for ole T-Roy to upgrade his cell phone. :)

[@TROYCOOKS]

+cfunk10 Yep, I do need to upgrade my cell phone! LOL I rarely use the Guru. It does work great, but it takes the fun out of cooking for me. I'm old fashioned and enjoy watching the pit and fire manually. Thanks for watching!

[@codyprichard7267]

Are you still using this fan and controller or do you recommend another?

[@unknownbogey1539]

Cool video!! I remeber when you unboxed this gadget right after you got it. I don't remeber seeing a whole lot of it since then, so it was good to see it in action. You scared the hell out of me when you said you have a 16 lb. pork butt!! Working in a meat dept. for 28 yrs. I have never seen a 16 pounder. They may exist, but not so much in a grocery store setting. My guess is that you purchased this in a cryovac bag from the local grocery store, when opened walla.. two 7-8 pounders..LOL..That made more sense to me... In the end, it sure was tasty looking for sure. Time to chow down!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+unknown bogey Yep, that is what happened Glen. I had 2 butts in cryovac from the store and didn't realize it was 2 butts until I opened her up. I don't use the Guru very much because I enjoy tending to the fire myself. I guess you could say I am old fashioned? LOL Thanks for watching my friend!! Hope you have a wonderful week!!!

[@Sawfly1369]

Great video. would love to see how you do it on a wsm.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+James Whitaker Me too James! LOL I need to figure out how to connect the adapter for the WSM. Once I do that, I will be shooting a video on using the Guru on the WSM. Thanks!

[@andylarson8938]

do you prefer the Cyber Q or the Smobot?

[@TheBarbecueShow]

I should break out my CyberQ Haven't used it in a while. Good review

[@TROYCOOKS]

+The Backyard BBQ Show - BBQFOOD4U I'm with ya! I rarely use mine, but there are times when it comes in real handy.

[@rustykc8962]

Howdy Troy, man i really appreciate you and your videos. Thank you! Your new mic sounded good on my tablet. Have you ever heard of or known anyone who has had a similar product called a pitmaster IQ? I am torn between saving a hundred bucks or shelling out more money to get a guru and thought i would ask. Have you ever tried using it on your WSM? Thank ya sir

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Rusty KC Hey Rusty, I have not heard of the Pitmaster IQ, so I cannot comment on it. I have not use the Guru on my WSM. I believe I need to remove one of the bottom vents to fit it on the WSM and I just never got around to doing that. I'm sure it would work just the same as it does on the Big Joe though. Thanks for watching!!!

[@gabedavis7878]

watching it now keep them coming

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Gabe Davis Thanks Gabe!!!

[@gabedavis7878]

Welcome buddy

[@pops2198]

Can you use this on a uds?

[@mikebonge7206]

Great

[@Ignerence]

T-Roy, I love your videos, great information and well done cooks. My question is this; I have a offset smoker similar to yours, I live in Canada and I have just accepted once its 32F or colder I can't BBQ. I've been looking into a Big Joe just like yours as it will allow me to BBQ even into the -20's. If you could only choose one of your smokers, which would you choose, and why? Is there any other advantages to the Kamado other then the "insulation" effect of the ceramic? Do you notice a better end product with the offset in comparison to the Kamado? Thanks! Much appreciated!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Ignerence Hi there, my favorite cooker is my Yoder Wichita offset smoker. The meat that I pull off of it has superior taste to meat I pull off of my other smokers/cookers. With cold temps, it would use a lot of wood though, so if you are cooking is sub-freezing temps, you would be better off using a Kamado type cooker. The Kamado does produce very moist and flavorful meat and I love that you can set it and forget it. Also, it doesn't use much fuel because it is so well insulated. I will say that the Kamado is the best "all around" cooker I have. I can cook low & slow, bake at 350F, or sear steak at 500+F. Hope that helps and thanks for watching!!!

[@Ignerence]

+T-ROY COOKS Thanks T-ROY. I think I will have to add a Kamado big joe to the fleet for winter cooks. Keep the videos coming :)

[@lildapp76]

Nice video thanks for posting it, I agree that the BBQ Guru WIFI is a great product but the problem I had with it was, it did not alert u on ur phone or tablet when u hit the target temp of meat or pit, it would beep on the BBQ Guru unit itself but not on the tablet or phone. am i doing something wrong ?

[@TROYCOOKS]

+lildapp76 Yes, I have noticed that also. It does turn the temp color to Red, but no beep or alarm on your mobile device.

[@MrJasperrash]

Ok T Roy I watch most of your videos I have saw you do a bbq guru and a smobot on your KJ I have the egg I know it is not the same smoker but close. I would like to know which one you think done the best between the two the fan bbq guru or the smobot daisy wheel I am wanting one that I can monitor temps through the internet and if I get called into work in the middle of a cook. I work for 911 public safety so could be called in and it does happen a bit. So needs options to if you only could have one

[@MrBucidart]

T-Roy, thank you.... this will make drinking a lot easier

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Joe Bucci You got that right Joe!!! LOL Thanks!

[@Payton77]

Would this not send ash all over your food?

[@TheAirheaded1]

Oh goodness, look out everybody, brother Troy has got another Toy, LOL! So much for the good ole days, sitting around the grill telling stories, now we have Cyber guru, telling you what to do on the Kamdo Joe, making the air flow! I reckon next we will have a cooking bot, that will feel your grill and tell you the deal, and lift the lid and probe it with his finger, then come inside grab you a beer on the way and say "Booooyaaaaa"! Cool video though bro, Cheers! ~~~ Shane)

[@TROYCOOKS]

+TheAirheaded1 Hey Shane, I'm sure that will come one day! It would be great if it would fetch a beer! LOL

[@cmbteng6005]

T-Roy do you know a lot about the Old Country Pits made here in Texas, how would they perform with the BBQ GuRu????

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Tyga T Hey Tyga, my brother has an Old Country pit. I think he has the Pecos pit. In my opinion, the BBQ Guru is not good for offset smokers. I have used it on my Yoder and the Guru just blows ashes all over my meat. Plus, I still have to add wood every hour or so to maintain temps even when using the Guru. I will say that I enjoy the wireless temp monitoring from my cell phone when using the Guru, but the Guru is much more suited for using on a WSM or Kamado type cooker. I may do a video showing the Guru in action on my Yoder since I have had quite a few questions about it on offset smokers. I appreciate the question and thanks for watching!!!

[@mamalovesherkamadojoe6097]

T-Roy when using the Guru do you install the fan and Cyber Q before you start the fire?

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Rachel, I do install them before I fire up the cooker.

[@soulofsmoke6541]

Nifty little device not bad

[@TROYCOOKS]

+kite rider Thanks!

[@travismuhler]

How accurate are the temp probes. I have ran into a few that arm not very accurate, but I am looking to get one of these for my Big Green Egg

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Travis Muhler Hey Travis, I bought the 12 ft probes and mine are off by 10 degrees F. I know how far they are off, so I can compensate for the temps. I do love the Wifi feature on the Guru and the probes work fine as long as you know how far off the temps are. Thanks for watching and I wish you a wonderful Summer of smoking!!! Cheers, Troy

[@skwerlee]

I think i'm going to order the iGrill2 for my PBC

[@TROYCOOKS]

+skwerlee Let me know how the iGrill2 works. I've been curious to try one out too.

[@chimpartwork]

What the heck is a controller? Thought you just threw in the charcoal and smoked some meat. Shit's complicated.

[@mamalovesherkamadojoe6097]

T-Roy I was wondering this past weekend used my cyber Q to cook a brisket over night. It worked really well, however my question is I used my Iphone to monitor the cook and temp and the next day I ran out of data on my verizon plan. Do you know when using the cyber Q and using your Iphone to monitor the temp and cook time does it use up your phone data ? Thanks in advance for the response. Congrats on your retirement. Cheers!

[@TROYCOOKS]

It shouldn't use any data on your plan because it is not using the cell tower network. It is using your local Wifi from the CyberQ.

[@tgardner866]

Why did you attach the pit probe to the grill grate as opposed to the thermometer screw at the top of the grill?

[@TROYCOOKS]

It's helpful to know the temp where your meat is sitting which is why I placed the probe on the grill grate. The temps in the ceiling of the cooking chamber will be hotter since heat rises and accumulates in the top. Thanks for watching Thomas!

[@tgardner866]

T-ROY COOKS I purchased a CyberQ and I love it. What I found is that when I placed the probe on the rack, the rack read hotter which resulted in my fan never coming on. I owned my grill for over a year and had many great smokes prior to owning this device. I have had several great smokes with the device as well, as I enjoy being able to leave the house and still monitor my cooks or even change some settings. I will revisit probe placement, based on your comment. Maybe I felt uneasy seeing the gauge on my Kamado reading one temp while my pit probe read another. By the way, one good thing that came out of it is that my dome temp gauge is VERY accurate. :)

[@tgardner866]

After further thought, I think you are more right than I am because you are using your deflector on long smokes anyway. Reading grate temp might not be a bad think. LOL I need to retest. But still, the CyberQ Wifi is an awesome add to your grilling accessories. I can smoke 26 hours and go to sleep knowing that I will be alerted when the job is done. Its cheating, but I love it. :)

[@protectandswerve]

Cheers T-Roy!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

What up my brother!!! Long time no hear from? Hope all is well on your end!! Cheers to you also my friend!

[@protectandswerve]

T-ROY COOKS Doing well. Healed up from my broken wrist. Got me a bigger offset (Old Country Brazos) and my LonestarGrillz Insulated Vertical Cabinet should be here next week!! Thanks again for great vids !

[@TROYCOOKS]

Glad to hear you are healed up brother. I bet you're anxious to get that LonstarGrillz smoker!!! Happy smoking my friend!

[@jimmybeale3267]

Where can I get a Kamadojoe and how much are they ??

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Jimmy Beale Hey Jimmy, if you go to the Kamado Joe site and search for local dealers, you should be able to find a place fairly close to you. I think the Big Joe like I have starts at around $1500. The 18 inch classic is about half that price.

[@johnlord8337]

Microphone works good, maybe a little volume feedback, ... but I can hear the wind chimes in the background, now starting to aum, aum, aum, .... better start cooking so I can have some mmm, mmm, mmmmmmm as well!

[@TROYCOOKS]

+John Lord Thanks John!!! I appreciate the feedback!

[@edgargomez8662]

Beauty rack firewood ....

[@Ellis1979]

I have a GURU for my WSM :)

[@Ellis1979]

+Dean Ellison I use an old metal coffee can and place it the middle of my coal and pour my coals in that. Take it out and run a good 8 or 9 hours, 10 if I add a couple handfuls of charcoal if needed during the cook. I don't use my Guru anymore after watching Troy's videos and other WSM videos on how to use my vents. I always play around if I have time but that's how I usually do my cooks.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Dean Ellison Hey Dean, I use briquettes and the minion method on my WSM. If I load it up with a full bag (18lbs) of briquettes, I can cook for 12-15 hours. I once cooked a very stubborn pork butt that took 18 hrs, so I had to reload some fuel into the WSM. I always use water in the water pan.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Ellis Ingram Thanks Ellis!!

[@stevelitteral]

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[@426superbee4]

He Hee will it put out a fire too. Would i buy or use a Guru Cyber Q NO. cause i donate my time to be there and cook. To me that the fun of it. But Nice work. Do you ever go to these pit master cook off? They have some nice prizes 1 day i will win or loose idc. its the fun of competing CHEERS

[@TROYCOOKS]

+426 SUPER BEE I'm with you on cooking for the fun of it. I rarely use the Guru, but I have had quite a few questions from subs about it and thought I would do a video on it. Sometimes I fire up the pit just to smell that wood smoke! LOL I have been to some BBQ competitions, but it's so hot here in Texas that I rarely go. I like to wait until Fall weather to go see some comp cooks in action. Cheers bro!

[@426superbee4]

T-ROY COOKS LMAO yep i grill all year around idc. Well you did a great job of explaining it. Very Nice Job, I would thrown it into the pool he heee Me and computer don't get alone very good. May be 1 day we can pig out on some Wild Javelina, been wanting to do one in the ground cover with coals.Rather on the pit like i been doing. Its great! I done wild hogs that way. but not the Javelina There hard to fine in East Texas if you can believe that. Wild Hogs are all over up here / Its so juicy and tender it melts in yo mouth." But " your don't have the glaze,smoke and char. I guess one could pit it on the pit then into the ground wrap in foil. would loose some glaze and char. That why i like a Pit, any way. I enjoy your blogs brother, keep grilling LOL Cheers Man

[@bjorker40]

Btw....the new mic sounds perfect! Lol

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Grimm Day Thanks, I'm liking the new mic too. I appreciate you watching!

[@bjorker40]

Can't wait to get more time to watch the rest!

[@ASFx2600]

Nice review. I wish they'd make a proper app though, instead of needing to use the clunky web interface on the phone. Otherwise it seems perfect.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hmmm, I haven't had any issues with the phone app? It could be a little more user friendly, but at least it works. LOL Thanks for watching!

[@ASFx2600]

Well, I meant a native phone app that we'd download from the app store that has nice big buttons and a clean display, instead of the website-based app. I think it would look nicer and be a little less clunky, but for now, it still looked like the website-based interface does the job. Thanks again for the review.

[@TROYCOOKS]

OH, yeah man, that would be ideal. I wonder why they haven't done that yet?

[@tomchepey2999]

Are you still satisfied with your CyberQ?

[@TROYCOOKS]

Yes, I mainly use the wifi feature though. I rarely use the fan. I've never had any issues with the CyberQ, so it is durable and well built.

[@tomchepey2999]

Thank you.

[@Thaneii]

Hey, Troy, why was there no sound in this video? Nah, I'm just messing with you. Hope you and Karen have a great weekend.

[@TROYCOOKS]

+Thaneii Hey Phil, thanks very much buddy! Hope you have a wonderful week!!

[@kkatlvolvo]

Way to complicated. If I’m doing all this I might as well as get a pellet smoker and walk away. I have a stick smoker and bought my Komodo Joe to actually have some human intervention with cooking.