CRAZY Temperature Test Results on the Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800

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2 жыл бұрын

Confused as to why your food doesn't cook evenly?? Well its likely because your grill or smoker has hot spots! Today I am going to perform a temperature test on my Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800 and not only show you how to test for hot spots, but also HOW WELL the Masterbuilt Gravity 800 performs! Let's GOOO!
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Now that I have my Masterbuilt Gravity Smoker 800 I needed to do my temperature test, and what better way than to perform a BISCUIT TEST!!! Plus I ran my Thermoworks Signals to show you exactly what the temperatures looked like.
Now I do these tests on all of my smokers: my Camp Chef Pellet Grills, Pit Boss Pellet Grills, Masterbuilt smokers, Char-Griller Gravity 980..... ALL OF THEM! And remember you can do this on every grill you own, and you should even if you own a Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050 or a Lone Star Grillz.
I run these tests at the temperatures that I run my grills. It makes the most sense. I plan on mostly smoking on this Masterbuilt Gravity 800 Series and so I ran my entire test at 250F.... If you do this test run it at the temperatures that you will run your grill at the most.
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@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

The Masterbuilt Gravity Series might just be the grill for you. I put together a list of videos that might interest you: 560 vs 800: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kKiiqNl0mNrcpWg.html Masterbuilt vs Char-Griller: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gLd6Z6aZ3tvGpas.html Gravity Series Overview: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i9GBftCUr56wp4k.html

@abelalde2622 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Anderson on explaining this temperature differences. I just bought a gravity 800 myself and this channel really help me a lot doing my thing. Thank you for doing this.

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support! You’re going to love that 800!

@spenserholen419 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic video, I love how thorough your explanation was in an easy to digest manner. The biscuits are such an amazingly cheap and simple way to visually see the data. Thanks!

@jamiestone2954 2 жыл бұрын

I got a 560. Smoked just about everything many times over. My hot spots are along the back top and near the heat source. Thanks for the video!

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure knowing where they are makes those cooks go much better!

@bbqplusofficial 2 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video. New UK subscriber here. Thanks for all the information 💙

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for the support!

@silas85711 3 ай бұрын

Really great video! I just got my 800 few days ago and your videos really teach a guy like me with zero experience. -Cheers

@AndersonsSmokeShow 3 ай бұрын

Heck yeah!

@doublej963 2 жыл бұрын

As always brother great video 💯👍

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@buddhagem 8 ай бұрын

So helpful! Thank you!❤❤❤

@bobbicatton 2 жыл бұрын

Great information👍😊

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And thanks for watching Bobbi!

@doddgarger6806 Жыл бұрын

Put a probe on top shelf ran it 250 and it's within 5f of the built in probe.... not sure what the complaints are about bottom left is a Hotspot but one can tune it with a diy diffuser found on Amazon combined with the griddle manifold but I removed the top half of it to place the diffuser on works really well still tuning it

@killerbeedriver Жыл бұрын

Enjoy your video, and thanks for the great video. I bought a Masterbuilt 1050 upon your review. I assembled it yesterday and did a seasoning this morning. Quick question. Why am I getting ashes along with smokes? What have I done wrong? FYI, I used the hardwood charcoals.

@JayJayzWorld 2 жыл бұрын

I thought about doing this myself and seeing how different it will cook. I’ve had my grill 2 weeks and have cooked every night on it. I love it so far and am wondering at what point will those swings or differences change from left to right over time. But maybe this will be my next thing to do. Then do it again in a year and see the difference.

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea!

@raiderx7410 Жыл бұрын

in regards to the 560 running badly, you have to update to the latest software. The PID controller have changed/updated to gain and time delta to better hold consistent temps. But many have issues with the wifi being able to get the update. You may have to contact MB to swap and get a latest update controller.

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

That’s probably true. I don’t know the last time that the 560 was updated!

@firewilley 2 жыл бұрын

How do you feel about using the Masterbuilt in wet weather (rain, snow). I want the 800, but I worry about the electric components and BBQing in the spring and fall with rain and snow. Do you run yours in wet weather? Any suggestions?

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Mine 560 got a little wet a few times when I was cooking, but I always keep it in the garage when it isn’t in use. I’d get a cover for it and it should be fine

@a308hunter1 Жыл бұрын

great video!. Great idea on how to see temp differences. Plus you can eat the results! I'm pretty new to this type of cooking. Will the unit extinguish the left over charcoal, if any, at the end of the cook after it's shut down?

@kylelynch7936 Жыл бұрын

Yes after you shut all the vents it smothers the fire.

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

Yup!

@a308hunter1 Жыл бұрын

@@kylelynch7936 Cool Thanks. Might have room next to the Pit Boss Pro. lol

@toosas Жыл бұрын

crazy consistent compared to char-griller which had a huge variance in done-ness

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

I would agree!

@alexmustard3380 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video. I am in the market for the smaller 560. Do these have wifi controllers where I can monitor temps from out of a specific range? Thanks

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Yup they have Wifi control!

@AnIrishExport Жыл бұрын

Very informative video, however, woudlnt a wood fired offset smoker even have hotter and cooler spots during a cooking process?

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

It depends. The size of a smoker can make for a more even cooking experience… plus some of the offsets smokers (wood burners) have tuning plates

@pkt976 2 жыл бұрын

Have a 1050. Smoke everything on the middle and upper rack. If I have to use the bottom grate for a smoke I rotate. When grilling my hot spots are middle and left when facing the grill. Right side is my cooler zone.

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, my cooler spot is the left side.

@pkt976 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndersonsSmokeShow yeah, you're at a lower temp with that hotter right side. Grilling temp, higher airflow makes sense it would be middle and left.

@chillwill2673 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I’m about to pull the trigger on the 800. The only concern I have is the smoke that comes from new charcoal burning. Is there any bad smoke that gets blown by the fan while cooking? For example, if you’re doing a low and slow will the fan blow on charcoal that hasn’t fully ashed over yet?

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

With the way its constructed it would be pretty hard to tell how much of the charcoal is burning and where the air is passing over. There are times where you'll see a whiter thicker smoke, but most of the time its running thin blue.

@chillwill2673 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndersonsSmokeShow Gotcha! Seems good overall, though. That griddle is the kicker for me. Thanks for the response!

@tiffinhappy9744 Жыл бұрын

Get this smoker. Dont overthink it. It does a good job and we love ours

@smokinjoe187 2 жыл бұрын

i am think about blocking off the top port and adding a chimney at grate level, maybe using the reverse flow thoughts be a simple mod but might pay dividends in getting the temps even. and I am thinking back right corner mid grates

@smokinjoe187 2 жыл бұрын

any thoughts ??

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

My problem with that is voiding the warranty.... The 800 definitely runs better than my 560

@jrellison1963 Жыл бұрын

Have you done this test with a drip pan? That would be interesting. I've found that using a couple of drip pans causes a difference of about 50- 75 degrees.

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

I have not actually, but I could see where the airflow is disturbed and would change the temps

@shannonkirby7040 2 жыл бұрын

How accurate are the actual temperature compared to your setting on the 560? Thinking about pulling the trigger

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

I think the 800 runs better than my 560

@Lorde360 10 ай бұрын

Need an exhaust dampener to help with temp control.

@jerrynestoratos2915 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Anderson - Do you think you could bake a decent pizza on this grill with the griddle? Maybe on par with Ooni pizza oven results?

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think it would be quite the same a griddle and pizza stone are quite a bit different. Doesn’t mean it wouldn’t be good, but the crust would likely be a little different

@jerrynestoratos2915 2 жыл бұрын

Good point, makes sense! Thanks for the quick reply!

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for reaching out!

@wstewart5532 2 жыл бұрын

What I want to know is WHY does the factory temp probe report super steady temps but probes set in different locations ALL report pretty wide temp fluctuations? I think Masterbuilt has intentionally programmed the internal probe to report steadier temps than what is actually going on.

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

It depends honestly. The controller may be programmed to sample temperature on an interval rather than instantaneously.

@dsweaponx Жыл бұрын

How long does it take for the whole unit and the charcoal to cool down enough to be safe to put back in a garage?

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

Honestly a couple hours

@dsweaponx Жыл бұрын

@@AndersonsSmokeShow dang I was afraid of that. Was hoping it was a much shorter time. Thanks for the response.

@ryancook2999 2 жыл бұрын

Now that you have the 800, are you going to do another comparison video with the Char 980? If not, which would you go with just stock, no mods?

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll be comparing the two very soon. Possibly even tomorrow if the weather doesn’t ruin that. I personally like the versatility of the 800, but I like the massive main cooking surface of the 980

@shanzman1 Жыл бұрын

So should I go with a Masterbuilt 1050 or a Camp Chef XXL Pro? My main cooking will be smoking only.

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

That’s a tough one! I’m really digging the XXL Pro, but the MB1050 is more versatile….

@shanzman1 Жыл бұрын

@@AndersonsSmokeShow I had a Primo, but I need more room and versatility. I have a Weber gas grill so I do not need a grill in that respect. The Firebox is a game changer, without that feature, I would go Masterbuilt. Thank you for your input.

@Daeduluus Жыл бұрын

just wondering what difference in this test the mods makes eg the damper etc

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

I haven’t modded this one yet, but I would think that it may have an impact

@Daeduluus Жыл бұрын

@@AndersonsSmokeShow ya especially the damper and the water pan you would think that would help with that hot spot nearest to the coals

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

@@Daeduluus yeah I would think so

@NO1RLTR 22 күн бұрын

Can you use Kingsford Charcoal

@AndersonsSmokeShow 21 күн бұрын

Yup! I use it all the time

@GeekyMitch 2 жыл бұрын

So. I'm going to be getting one of these MBs in the next couple of weeks. The real question is this: do I want the 800 or the 1050? Ideally I'd love to replace both my pellet grill AND my propane grill with one of these... I do routinely cook for 15 - 20 people, and a brisket of 16+ pounds is almost always going to be in the mix...can the 800 do a brisket PLUS other stuff?

@AndersonsSmokeShow 2 жыл бұрын

It depends on the size of the brisket, but I’d say that likely the main grate will be completely consumed by the brisket. You’ll have those upper shelves but they won’t hold a ton…

@GeekyMitch 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndersonsSmokeShow 1050 it is - especially since it seems like you can get a griddle afterwards for it now. Thanks so much!

@muzzykolip Жыл бұрын

My 1050 won’t go higher than 500. Why ??? Any help guys ?

@AndersonsSmokeShow Жыл бұрын

Not sure. I’ve noticed that if I have a bunch of built up ash and little pieces of charcoal at the bottom of the hopper, it doesn’t seem to get enough airflow to get super hot

@byebyeanic 10 ай бұрын

The problem you have is the LID switch. If that switch is malfunctioning, your MB will not get above 500 deg. Easy way to temp fix is short the 2 wires going to the switch with aluminum foil then crank it to 700 and see if it fixed it. Do the short at the wires underneath, not at the switch side. That way your fan will still work properly and won't run all the time. If the works, you can either buy new switches or bypass (short) your switches. I have had MULTIPLE problems with the 1050. Customer Service for Masterbuilt is awful. They promise to send replacement warranty parts and keep telling you over and over again their warehouse is behind and they will send an email when it ships. I have been waiting on a controller for over a month and they still haven't shipped. I will never buy another Masterbuilt product again. Good luck fixing your switches if you haven't already.@@AndersonsSmokeShow