Workhorse Pits 1975 Review (NEW Counterweight) - Waste of 4-5k?!

[@fattybuttsbbq]

What do you think of the new counterweight?

[@billbryant1288]

I have the 1969 and love it! Good luck with the 1975. Looks fantastic!

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Nice man! Love the 1969 and was really close to getting it instead!

[@JohnJohn-xb1sn]

I'm glad I built my own .not only was it $1500 for a 150 gallon pit but that also included a welder, plasma cutter and all the steel to build another pit. Possibly a 250

[@buckshot5896]

I’m in process of building mine now, I got metal free from work, Ive already built the cart, I may have $300 in it when I’m done, i really only had to buy wheels(scrap yard) and new thermometers. It’s too easy to just copy a design. Plus I’m building in my company’s shop, they have all hoists and tools

[@matawhaitinepe-pohatu7739]

Wicked Smoker! What size are the wheels? Are they 15/600x6?

[@anthonywood8587]

I have a 75 Wagon, its the easiest smoker I've ever used. I'm not saying that you don't need to know something about fire management and how learn how to use it, but it holds temp so easy and creates the best product I've ever been able to make off any type cooker.

[@fattybuttsbbq]

So true man! It's really hard to beat for the price and quality.

[@MrPanthers23]

That new counterweight looks awesome. That was one of the things holding me back from buying the first version. I live in Ga, so shipping is way cheaper than any other smoker

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Oh yeah, the shipping savings is huge for you! Sounds like a no-brainer to me. Appreciate you checking it out and commenting! 🙌🏼

[@HitSongsofthePast]

Did you get their cover? I can’t remember if you said or not and if so, does it work with stack up? In all the pictures of the cover the stack is down. I was just curious. I would keep my stack up and would want to cover it.

[@fattybuttsbbq]

I didn’t. It’s back ordered for a few months and I wanted one where I could keep the stack up so I ordered a custom one. Should be here in 2 weeks and I’ll post a short of it to see if it’s worth it.

[@HitSongsofthePast]

@@fattybuttsbbq awesome thank you brother I stumbled across the website where I could order a custom one too but the pits not delivered yet and I wasn’t sure about a couple measurements so I’m gonna hold tight lol can’t wait to see your video. Hopefully it works out. Perfect. Appreciate you!

[@wissamhamad5495]

Looks really awsome man appreciate your review .. i have a problem with the door opening because i have the 1975 wagon old version . So what you recommend me in order to solve this issue because its i have a lot of pain because of that door 🙏🙏

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Hmmm.. yeah that’s tough. I know they’re selling the counterweight separately. Maybe pick one up and have someone weld it on for you if it’s not something you can do?

[@wissamhamad5495]

@@fattybuttsbbq do you have any info about the counterweight metal type.. and can you send me the dimensions of the counterweight and the distances between .. i may be able to do one for me.. thanks very much

[@Turin187]

Great in depth review of the cooker. I live in North Fla and have been eye balling the workhorse 1975 for a while now. Have been comparing to some of the pits you mentioned in this video but this has helped me decide the 1975 will be way to go. Keep up the good work

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Awesome man! Really glad I could help. 🙌🏼

[@trh1694]

If you're in/going to the Orlando area, Proud Souls BBQ and Provisions in Winter Park is a retailer for Workhorse Pits. They had two 1969s on display last weekend (8.17.2024). They are open daily. Hours and location on the Workhorse web site.

[@tpcdelisle]

Just found your channel and subscribed. Great review and now enjoying your other videos. Thank you 😋😇👍

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Wow thanks so much!! Really appreciate it!

[@MrPanthers23]

Id love a comparison of how much better is 1975 food vs the g2. Im sure the 1975 is better. But is it worth teice the price? How much easier to run, hols temps, got a good bark? The air flow is so good on the 1975 im aure the bark is better, but how much better?

[@fattybuttsbbq]

I don’t think you’re going to notice a bit difference in the bbq that comes off of them. The g2 is a solid smoker that uses similar size wood, has great draw, and maintains heat well. This is just much larger and more of a beast.

[@wardad5628]

I believe the G2 is smaller.

[@fattybuttsbbq]

@@wardad5628 Yeah it's a lot smaller. I meant the 1975 is much bigger.

[@MichaelNugent-u9g]

I was looking at the Mill Scale 96 and the Arron Franklin Pit. Then I found the Workhorse in the others review. I purchased te 1975 and it should be here this week. does it matter if you use tallow of a cooking spry to season?. Thanks

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Good move! Nope it doesn’t matter if it’s spray or not. I use the spray since it’s easier on the inside.

[@williemakeit7185]

Great review! Workhorse Pits is the king of the mountain. They got everything spot on. Especially the way it cooks.

[@fattybuttsbbq]

@@williemakeit7185 thanks so much! They really did nail this one! 🙌🏼

[@carolhagler215]

I've already ordered my 1975 on the wagon. In fact, it should complete fabrication next week. But I can't find any mention on their website about the tires. Are they air filled? I'm wondering what steps will be advisable to keep them from going flat or otherwise breaking down when it is parked in one place for a while. Can you tell much about them?

[@fattybuttsbbq]

I’m away on vacation so I don’t have the size, but they’re air filled tires. Similar to what you’d find on a ride on mower. Hope that helps! I’ll get the size if you need it.

[@carolhagler215]

No need. That fills in what I needed to know. I will plant to add air when the seasons change to keep them from going flat. Thank you. Have a great vacation!

[@tpharo34]

Mine is on the road; the counter weight wasn’t available when I ordered it but I’m not to worried; great review 👍

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Thanks man! You’re gonna love that beast - counterweight or not!

[@tpharo34]

What inch elbows for ball valve drain? Good idea 👍

[@fattybuttsbbq]

@@tpharo34 they're 1" but someone recommended getting 45 degree so i'd probably do that instead so the grease dont build up in the horizontal part.

[@tpharo34]

@@fattybuttsbbq okay makes sense

[@JonTube2011]

Can you build a fire in the main smoke chamber if you want to grill more stuff than you can fit on the firebox grill?

[@fattybuttsbbq]

It’s the same material and thickness of the fire box, so I assume you can grill in it. However the grates could warp and I’m not sure if there’s any negatives to doing this. I’ve never grilled inside a smoke chamber, but that doesn’t mean it’s not possible.

[@JonTube2011]

I have an Englebrecht 1000 now, which is intended to be used this way. The main chamber has super-solid stainless rods and is designed for easy clean out of ashes. But the offset firebox is kind of small and and the chimney comes out the top, so it’s not an ideal smoker. I am trying To avoid having both a smoker and a grill though, so I have been using this for the past 9 years. It’s a great grill and a pretty good smoker

[@LyftedDieSeL_Wv]

I have the 1975t as said above mine doesn’t have the counter weight either. But I really don’t need it so it doesn’t bother me. But I’m glad I got the trailer I take mine every and sell it and do pop ups. Mines already paid for its self and then some

[@fattybuttsbbq]

The wagon is a beauty! Makes a ton of sense with pop ups. Kind of kicking myself for not getting it but at this point I’ll buy a trailer for $1k and roll it on with these big wagon wheels. Haha

[@LyftedDieSeL_Wv]

@@fattybuttsbbq lol I don’t blame you brother. Kinda like the counter weight deal I would have got it had it been the option. But I’ve been lifting it now for 8 months roughly. No reason to worry about it now. Nice video keep up the good work brother

[@kdranchaz3240]

Great review!!

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Thanks so much!

[@Seedavis397]

Be careful with those 2 90 on the drain. Probably will build up in horizontal section. Maybe do a 45 degree

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Didn’t even know they made 45!

[@2005Pilot]

Counterweight works!!! Yeah Definitely needed and looks Cool😊👍👍. Cowboy firebox is a must imho

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Couldn't agree more. Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@WorkhorsePits]

Awesome video and thanks!

[@fattybuttsbbq]

@@WorkhorsePits beyond impressed with it! Excited the see the recent improvements!

[@fattybuttsbbq]

If you want to send me up a 1969 I’d love to review it. :)

[@WorkhorsePits]

@@fattybuttsbbq After shipping over 7500 since 2019 with not a single negative review (about the performance or craftsmanship) we would not be interested in a review. However helping folks discover and leanr BBQ via the Workhorse Pits offset is more of our mission. That we could discuss. You would need to connect directly with our owner. This is his initiative.

[@fattybuttsbbq]

That’s what I meant by review - sharing features, options, cooks, etc. :)

[@2005Pilot]

Any scoops or baffles?

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Not 100% sure if they consider it a baffle, but there's a welded on plate that's angled down right above the firebox that looks like a small baffle. Does a great job without moving the hotspot towards the middle of the cooking grate.

[@2005Pilot]

@@fattybuttsbbq Thanks!!

[@tpharo34]

@@fattybuttsbbqthat is a grease catch to catch grease from rolling back into the firebox.

[@fattybuttsbbq]

@@tpharo34I was referring to the plate on the top of the firebox not the bottom.

[@tpharo34]

@@fattybuttsbbq ohh okay i f they did that’s great slow down the radiant heat

[@Wattsonthegrill]

New subscriber here from BRANTFORD ONTARIO

[@fattybuttsbbq]

Nice man! Appreciate it! Up in Maine right now so as close as I’m getting to Canada for a while. Haha

[@davee6458]

Regular people can't really afford that kind of duckets 😢

[@fattybuttsbbq]

I hear yah! It's definitely a bit pricey, but that's why I give my recommended option at the end if you're looking for an amazing smoker for half the price.

[@WorkhorsePits]

and we now offer financing!

[@fattybuttsbbq]

With that and the price reductions I think it’s a great way to make them affordable for everyone!