Lessons Learned After Owning A Lone Star Grillz Offset Smoker for 3 Years

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I have happily owned my #LoneStarGrillz 20x42" #Offset #Smoker for 3 years. Along the way, many of my processes have changed as I've learned how to master my smoker and consistently produce great tasting food.
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If you already own a stick burner, hopefully this video will provide you with a few ideas to improve your process or make it more efficient. If you are thinking about buying a stick burner, this video should help give you some idea of what it's like to own one. I'll discuss my processes for:
- Cleaning the interior and exterior of the smoker
- Starting a fire in the firebox
- Cooking
- Which add-ons I think are still valuable
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TIMECODES
00:00 - Recapping The Arrival Of My LSG
00:57 - Overview Of What Has Changed
02:51 - How To Keep The Exterior Clean
03:50 - My Thoughts About LSG’s Cover
04:50 - How Often Do I Clean The Exterior?
05:26 - Cleaning The Firebox
07:11 - My Thoughts About The Optional Gas Log Assist
08:03 - Cooking Oil Is Your Friend
09:00 - Cleaning The Cooking Chamber
11:56 - Why The Optional Ball Valve Is A Great Add-On
14:08 - How To Start A Fire
17:39 - What The Smoke Should Look Like
18:11 - Let’s Cook!
20:59 - Thoughts After Owning A LSG For 3 Years
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@nickdubois8218 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. You have a very deliberate way of speaking that I find enjoyable. I also appreciate how well you take care of your smoker! I'm super guilty of letting my cookers get a little on the cruddy side. Joe with Smoking Joe's BBQ also keeps his cookers ridiculously clean and I've always wondered how much time it takes to keep them looking so immaculate. You've just answered that question. Thanks and keep up the good work! Subscribed

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support Nick, I appreciate it.

@Buford_T_Justice1 2 жыл бұрын

This was AWESOME! Here is a man who loves the process as well as the product. Cheers!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Buford, there’s no better way to spend a day in your yard than smoking good food. Cheers!

@mikeslug 2 жыл бұрын

Another great Video! Thanks for sharing all the information. I just ordered my 20× 42 this morning 😊 You helped me with my decision. The waiting begins.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Mike! I’m glad that my videos were helpful!

@turboegclm 2 жыл бұрын

Just pulled the trigger on a 24x40 glad to see everyone running LSG’s are all very satisfied with the product. Good informational video thank you

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks J L, congratulations on your order!

@hanieltrisna 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for keeping us updated on this cooker 3 years running.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@shaw9881 3 жыл бұрын

Watching your pup supervise your work made me smile. Nice video sir. Enjoy your channel.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott…. Luna loves to be in the mix 😆

@bogerton5624 7 ай бұрын

This video was great. I really appreciate it. I'm looking to buy one of these soon.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, the LSG is a great investment. I have no regrets about buying one.

@leewatkins6777 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve really enjoyed your videos. Saw the second, then saw your six month, one year and 3 year. I'm made a comment after watching your second video because I noticed you MAK pellet smoker in the yard. I mentioned that I also have a MAK and I am planning on getting the LSG 20x42. Your videos helped me make up my mind. Can’t wait to get the process started. My name is Lee and I live in Maryland near Annapolis. My one worry is having a supply of wood. This area is not exactly a hot bed of offset smoker use. The biggest grill store in my area doesn’t even carry an offset smoker. Hope I can get that worked out.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lee….. I’m glad that my videos have been helpful. Finding wood can be a challenge. Try searching for tree service companies. Many of them also sell wood splits of whatever is plentiful in your area, just make sure to buy a wood that’s good for smoking with food as opposed to pine & fir. Locally sourced wood is usually the most economical route. The alternative is to check your local hardware stores like Ace & Lowes as they usually have something that you can buy in a bag. It’s more expensive but it works in a pinch.

@rickstevens3027 3 жыл бұрын

Good video. You really do well and telling and showing the details. Thanks for this

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Rick, I'm glad it was helpful!

@leebarnhart831 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I’m building a reverse flow stick burner 36 X 24 cabinet style smoker and your information is helpful both in design and fabrication I’ll incorporate in to it. Also you included some cooking info I’ll use when cooking on it. You got a thumbs up from me.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lee, I’m glad that you found my video to be useful & good luck with your smoker. I wish that I had those skills!

@mklein345 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. Have had one on order for four months now. Really looking forward to getting started.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, I'm sure you will enjoy cooking on it. Thanks for watching & subscribing!

@kebtuctwo 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I ordered my 20 x 42 last month and now I wait! You made me even more excited to get it.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your decision! It really is a great smoker. If you're new to stick burners, there will be a learning curve (the fire management).... stick with it & learn from each cook.

@kebtuctwo 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ thanks. Gonna continue watching you for tips and tricks too. Keep up the good work!

@mr.m8539 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I own a stick burner and had a similar learning curve. Thanks for making this video.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ryan!

@scottcarr9985 11 ай бұрын

Good to hear you are happy with your purchase. I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on an lsg. I appreciate all the learned knowledge. My pellet smoker is nice but living in the south we have a number of smoking wood choices available. Northerners and westerners don't. I'm looking at the 20×36" unless you or anyone has advice otherwise.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 11 ай бұрын

I think the 20x36 is a fine choice. It just depends on how much cooking space that you think you will need. You get the same great quality.

@DP-lx1jn 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Very informative

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks DP!

@Mike-fb4rl 3 ай бұрын

I'm surprised you don't have the lsg ash pan in there, yet. Your videos are what help me get through the wait period until mine arrives. Always enjoy seeing you use that 20X42!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, congrats on your order!

@seannickel2238 2 жыл бұрын

Your delivery process is so relaxing and informative to listen to. Wish you were my neighbor lol I know I would learn a ton! Enjoy

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching & commenting Sean! Cheers!

@michaelh1621 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. I am considering a 20x16 smoker and your video was helpful.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that Michael

@daw9617 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. Doing my research. Hope to graduate from a pellet smoker. Btw great shirt and cap. Fight On!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, there are a ton of great smokers to choose from. Smoke On & Fight On✌🏾

@tonyallemand222 2 жыл бұрын

Good presentation. Thanks

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony

@williamparker6649 3 жыл бұрын

Good video I have a new LSG 20x42. I bought an extra- wide dry-wall knife it is16" wide from Home Depot and it is perfect for getting ashes out of the fire box. Thanks for your video!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching & for the tip!

@jimgates4801 Жыл бұрын

Very nice video on care and use. I do the same and more with cleaning. Suggest to hose out the firebox each cook to get ALL the ash out an then let it dry. Then oil. (I don’t vacuum).On the drain: I removed the ball valve and put a union there with a 90deg. elbow. Then a16 to 18” pipe. On the end of the pipe the valve and another elbow to drain into a bucket. Tighten the union so you can swing it in and out. Union won’t leak. Used black pipe material. Much easier than reaching under the pit for the bucket. I’ve got a LSG 24x60” single door offset for my first pit over six years ago. Still looks like new. It lives under the roof of the cooking shed I built while waiting for the build of the pit. ( Gets wet occasionally on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi ). Don’t use a cover. They sweat under them. Like the idea of the food grade mineral oil. I’m trying it. Bet it’ll last longer than canola oil does. We made a very good choice of manufacturers. The best in my opinion. Checking out your other videos. Subscribed. Thanks 👍🏼

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing & for adding your tips. I never thought about hosing out the firebox.

@bobbyrob2008 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video with Great Info!!! Thanks my man!!! 🙏👊🇺🇸

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bobby!

@cyberbeer65 2 жыл бұрын

Great informative video, thanks for making it. I ordered an LSG 20x42 on 06/14/2021 and still waiting on my fabrication notice. I can't wait to get my hands on it. I hope I receive it before Thanksgiving.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert & congratulations on your order. It will be well worth the wait!

@Mike-fb4rl 3 ай бұрын

Whatever your doing, keep doing it! After seeing your one year video and your 3 year video, in my opinion it looks better in the 3 year video than it did in the one year video! That little preventive maintenance goes a long way in making your investment last. And I see you do have the ashpan in there. Nice!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Mike! I only try to clean up the exterior when it looks like it needs it. Definitely not on a set schedule.

@Mike-fb4rl 3 ай бұрын

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ it's working brother. Seriously, it looks better on the exterior than it did 2 years prior to making this video. Have you "outgrown" it, or is it still #1 in the stable?

@bmoc1925 Жыл бұрын

Great Video! Fight On ✌🏿

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Жыл бұрын

Thanks Byron! Fight On ✌🏾

@GorillaJoesBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

New sub here! Love the complex break down of the smoker! Been looking at these smokers a lot, hope to pick one up myself in the future!!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing & commenting!

@LouisatRshackBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Great walk through on cleaning and 3 year review. She still looks beautiful. I have the gas assist on mine and have yet to use it.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Louis!

@dondaddan 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video , learned a few tips and tricks especially on the firebox , for the grill exterior I go very old school and use boiled linseed oil(about $7 at walmart) very little application needed so I just I pick up a used scotch brite wash sponge from the kitchen and use it for application, only thing one has to be careful with linseed is to use lint free fabric when doing the final clean before application as once seasoned it forms a very tight seal you can actually see the lint trapped under the seal, and the seal is probably water proof for about 6 months or more, plus it gives the grill a shiny water proof sheen, linseed is exothermic when its drying out so rinse sponge immediately after application even if planning to get rid of the sponge

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@joelmelofsky5801 3 жыл бұрын

I really like the video I have a 20 by 36 for about a year and half still learning it but it’s coming along also good looking dog in the background I was cleaning mine the same way but I wasn’t sure about so much cooking spray but I see a lot of people doing it so it must be right well thanks agine

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel….. yes, cooking oil everywhere! Thanks for watching & commenting!

@markn.7054 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! That was a quick 3 years. When you buy great equipment, consistent preventative maintenance will keep it around for a lifetime. As always a very informative & well thought out vid for those looking to maintain their stick burner long term. How did the Cornish Hens turn out? I’ve never thought about smoking or grilling one of those. I hope your helper was able to pick up some tips while you were cleaning. She was very curious as to what you were doing 😅. Thank you for sharing. Be well my friend.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark! The hens turned out well, my wife & daughter are light eaters so I think working hens into our rotation will work for us. Hey Grill Hey’s rub was preferred over Jeff’s Original rub (his rub came across as having too much pepper). My helper loves to mind my business while I’m outside. My job is to keep her from sticking her nose in the ashes or getting her fur covered in grease 😂 Take care!

@mikedente5254 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent show thank you

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike!

@RicardoZ590 2 жыл бұрын

Good job my man! I have the same model, best of luck to you!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Buddy!

@mattearly1133 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight on the LSG cooker.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt!

@basintx 3 жыл бұрын

Great information. I just picked up my LSG last month. Same model as yours, and I love it. I was using a pellet smoker, which was great, but the smoke flavor is so much better on an offset in my opinion. I'm working up the courage to smoke a brisket in the next few weekends. I know it will take a lot of time, but I'm sure the end product will be worth it. Thanks again.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

There's no question that the smoke flavor from a stick burner is better than any pellet smoker. It's like being in the Super Bowl of smoking LOL. Briskets & beef short ribs are my favorite meats to smoke on the LSG. Brisket is the most challenging because it will take most of the day to cook but if you nail it, it will be fantastic. On a stick burner, remember to smoke briskets with the fat side up.

@benross303 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ why do you say "fat side up on brisket?"

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

I was probably taking about which side of the brisket (the fat side or the meat side) should face up when you place it inside the cooking chamber. The fatty side of the brisket should be pointed towards the heat source or where it is hottest. In my LSG, heat rises to the top so I’d want the fat side of the meat to face up towards the heat. This helps the fat render. In most grills that aren’t stick burners, the hottest part of the grill is at the bottom so you’d want the fat side of the brisket to face the bottom.

@316yogallc3 2 жыл бұрын

Thankfu for you Kenyatta!!!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Anytime, keep up the great work!

@brianbavington4665 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff learned a lot thanks

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian!

@columbiariversalmonenhance4050 2 ай бұрын

Your video is great. But your Shepherd stole the show! Tell me that pup doesn't know where dinner is made?? 😂

@stephenfriend442 3 жыл бұрын

Really good video…..thanks!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen!

@johnknapp6328 3 жыл бұрын

Great Update Hard to believe it's been 3 yrs.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, I agree…. I had to check my receipt to make sure that I was correct about the 3 years 😆

@charlesrocks 3 жыл бұрын

Subbed. Thanks Mr. Robinson. Killer smoker.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing Charles!

@robertguy23 2 жыл бұрын

man, it looks like you use the heck out of that thing and it still looks good, can't wait to save up for an lsg

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I use it as much as I can (usually on weekends when I have more time). For me, it was love at first sight.... Lol

@tommywoo1888 2 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!!!!!!!!

@johnwatz4955 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, very insightful. I have been wanting a cooker to compliment my gas grill, pellet grill & WSM but I can’t decide on what it will be. I’m in Houston not far from LSG’s facility. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John…. I’d try to visit LSG’s showroom. They would steer you in the right direction.

@papabears-kitchen 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks. Only suggestion is will make is that you use a plastic scraper instead of that metal one to make sure you don't scratch your finish or seasoning off

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Good tip.... my plastic one snapped. I need to pickup a new one.

@RobertKohut Жыл бұрын

A labour of love.... 🙂

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@iPigee Жыл бұрын

Very nice and informative video. Thank you. Did you have to repaint the exterior at all?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Жыл бұрын

No, I just wipe the exterior down occasionally with food grade white mineral oil.

@columbiariversalmonenhance4050 2 ай бұрын

I'm subscribing just to see more LSG BBQ and your Shepherd... BBQ and great dogs 🐕, what's not to love.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, much appreciated!

@mcfalcia 2 жыл бұрын

You just saved me hundreds of dollars on the cover. Was going to get it when purchasing my LSG 20x40 but will skip for now. Maybe in the future, who knows, but I'll start out without one. Thanks!!!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with your approach Michael. I think its better to see how your smoker fares in your local conditions before shelling out for the cover. You may find that its not necessary.

@stevendellacqua9256 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 20x42 and use a motorcycle cover designed for a cruiser bike (one with a windshield). It fits quite well and was under a $100.

@crazymonkey9611 3 жыл бұрын

How has it been three years already? You did good buying your LSG when u did. They have gotten soooooo expensive now. Great video as always.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks CM!

@GadjetGriller 3 жыл бұрын

You got some good looking BBQ Buddies there!! thanks for the info. I dont clean mine as much as you do, But I'm in land locked West Tx not close to to the Ocean like you! I use a 7 dollar Tarp from Harbor Fright to cover my LSGz BBQ. (oh and some clips as well) Thanks for the great Video.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gadjet! Cleaning is the worse part of owning one. If I didn't make videos, I probably wouldn't clean mine as much LOL.

@GadjetGriller 3 жыл бұрын

I need to start making videos again. Just a little to hot, during the days, right now but I got some lights that should make it fine to shoot at night!! thanks for the inspiration.

@loganrhoads4417 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the 3-year review man! Question for you: at the end of your video you mentioned it's "not necessarily the easiest to cook on, but you knew that going in". By that do you mean just cooking on a stick burner in general compared to a grill or pellet smoker? Or something specific to LSG's 20x42 compared to other offset smokers? Just curious because I've been smoking on a cheap Home Depot offset that I've modified and I'm ready to upgrade. I'm wanting to pull the trigger on an LSG soon. My heart wants the 24x60 pipe offset, my brain wants the 30" vertical, but my wallet wants the 20x42 offset lol.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Logan, sorry for the late response. Somehow I didn’t see your comment until today…. anyway, I was talking about the challenges of cooking on offsets in general. As for LSG’s products, I think the 24” offsets maybe a little more difficult to master than their 20” offsets because they have tuning plates while the 20s don’t but the added benefit of the tuning plates is that you can fine tune how the offset cooks to your own liking. For example, if you want even cooking temps throughout, the smoker, you can accomplish that with the tuning plates. Initially I ordered the 24x40 offset but I changed my order when they announced the 20x42 due to the significant cost savings. Even temps throughout is the one feature that I wish the 20” could have but overall, it’s still my favorite out of all of my smokers.

@louisgriffin1785 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Has it been 3 years already? I remember checking your early videos, your cooker still looks new! How many average size racks of St.Louis ribs will the bottom shelf hold? And does it cook from the top or the bottom? (Does one side of the meat brown faster than the other? ) I am still trying to get the funds together - I cook on a Old Country Brazos now, can’t decide which model…. A 20x40, a 24x40 or a 24 cabinet (side) thinking the 20x40 for most of my cooks but every once in a while I go big…. Ribs are our favorite we usually do 6 racks so more capacity than that would be good…. But not essential. Keep up the good cookin!!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Louis... I haven't tied loading my 20x42 to the brim with ribs but I think 6 St. Louis slabs would fit easily on the bottom, laid side by side. Probably 8 if you pushed the envelope. You could do a lot more with vertical rib racks or you could also cook with the top grate. Someday, I hope to have a reason to load it up with as many slabs as possible! The left side (opposite from the firebox) cooks hotter than the right. LSG calls it a cross-flow cooker, the smoke get progressively warmer starting from bottom right to the bottom left. It's warmest at the upper left side. The challenge with filling the 20" models up with meat is that your meat will cook at different rates. I filled mine up once with chicken quarters and the ones on the bottom took quite awhile longer to cook than the top. It's not a huge burden, but it is worth considering. If you plan to cook the same meat in really large quantities, then it might be worthwhile to consider LSG's original pipe smokers because they have tuning plates that will allow for more even cooking throughout the chamber. I hope that helps!

@lsr1238 3 жыл бұрын

Have the LSG 24” offset cabinet smoker. Loving it. Been almost a year and it’s produced some really good BBQ. But the 20” series is what peaked my interest in LSG’s but I ended up getting the cabinet as it provides much more cooking surface area for the footprint. LSG makes great pits. Mine tends to like 260-275°F do the 20” pits like a cooler temp?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

The LSG 20x42" cooks around 10 - 20 degrees hotter on the top grate than the lower grate. I'm usually around 240 on the bottom and around 250/260 on the top.

@enyceofnyc 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great video. How do you compare mineral oil to Pam cooking spray for the exterior?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 7 ай бұрын

I only use PAM on the inside of the cooking chamber & the inside of the firebox. I use food grade mineral oil for the exterior.

@rbljackson 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video. Looking at same unit. Is door heavy without a counterweight? Also.. would love to add a bbq guru temp control unit to this smoker for overnight cooks with their s charcoal basket. Curious if you have any experience with that for longer/ unattended cooks

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

The chamber door is not light but I’ve never felt that it’s heavy enough where I wished that it had a counterweight. I bought LSG’s charcoal basket but I have never used it so I can’t speak on how well it works.

@gnbtp9609 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I love your back yard. I did not care for your USC shirt and hat. I would like to send you some Michigan merch.merchandise. I keep the ash and small bits of charcoal. I put it into the compost bins

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks GNBTP…. I know that many compost their ash & charcoal bits. It won’t be this year, but hopefully USC will meet up again with Michigan in the Rose Bowl again.

@mikeoreilly4020 2 жыл бұрын

Really good video. I just have one question. It appears that you opted to get the ash pan that sits under the fire grate, but you cleaned it by hand rather than just taking it out and dumping in the trash can. I have an LSG Adjustable Grill and Smoker and that ash pan is a godsend during cleanup. In more than a year and a half of almost daily use, I've never once had to use a shop vac to clean up the fire pit.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike…. you’re right, I treat the ash catcher likes it’s part of the firebox giving it extra metal on the bottom. It’s fairly heavy so I just leave it in place. At this point, I think it would take considerable elbow grease for me to lift up & out of the firebox as it has practically molded itself in place. It’s been like that for so long that I don’t even think about it anymore.

@mikeoreilly4020 2 жыл бұрын

Just a suggestion. Get a bigger trash can whose mouth is wider than your ash pan, line it with a black plastic bag, and you can just pick up the ash pan an dump it in. Whatever doesn't fall out, you can then use the scraper on. I've been doing this for years with my LSG Adjustable, and it literally just takes less than 5 minutes to clean out the firebox. I took your suggestion about using mineral oil, but I just haven't got around to applying it yet.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike…. funny, I already switched to a larger trash can since the time from when this video was made. I also have a thick reusable aluminum sheet that sits on top of the ash pan that someone else recommended. I can’t remember the name of the product off-hand, but I just lift the sheet after cooks and dump the ashes into the trash. It’s much lighter than lifting the ash pan.

@Ryan-yi6su 2 жыл бұрын

Is it by choice that the charcoal box is tiny comparing to the fire box I would assume that you have to add more wood more often because it's smaller? Did you find that it's easier to keep the temperature you want with the smaller basket?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

The charcoal basket is designed to help keep the fire small & contained. In other words, you want the wood & charcoal to be compact & close together to help them burn more efficiently. Wood splits are going to burn at their natural pace regardless of where they are positioned. Plan on adding a new average sized split to the fire around every 45 minutes (time varies depending on the size of the split & other conditions). LSG’s basket helped me to improve my ability to maintain a good fire tremendously. I highly recommend it.

@tyrus0872 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Kenyatta, When I bought my Lang 48 stick burner I got the one with a trailer for several reasons. One was if I ever decided to get another and move up in space a stick burner on a trailer had a marketable attraction and possibly a better resale. Two was obvious taking it with you to a friends or family house, or tailgating. Third was the idea of entering competitions so what else better than just hooking it up to the SUV. The trailer came with 13 inch rims, and being 6' 3'' I didn't like the idea of bending, I prefer things higher for comfort so 15 inch rims were placed on. Then lastly, I liked the concept of the reverse flow and after 4 years I still do. I have a question, the fire box I have is 18x18 and the LSG basket you have purchased is made for your 42" LSG, do you think this basket would have the capacity to heat the extra volume volume of my chamber, it's 48" long and 24" in dia. I did call Ben Lang in Georgia and it so happens they're working on a similar basket now specific to the size boxes that go with each cooker. Wouldn't you know it, someone always has to throw a wrench into the works just when. Great video by the way

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Tyrus, an offset with a trailer would be a dream come true. Someday….. Check out LSG’s website, I believe they have different size baskets. I’m guessing that the basket for their larger pipe barrel offsets would be a better fit than the version that I have for the smaller 20” offsets.

@mannvsfood 2 жыл бұрын

yo, what was in that skillet in the intro... that looked bangin. Some brisket chili maybe?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

It was BBQ baked beans with pulled pork. Always a hit!

@chefjuangarcia 2 жыл бұрын

good video. it looks like the fire/charcoal grate is warped. is that accurate?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, unfortunately it is warped but it still fits in between the rails & gets the job done. I guess I could order a replacement but so far, I haven’t found it to be necessary.

@lsr1238 3 жыл бұрын

Hey I’m in the east bay too. Do you mind sharing where you get your wood? I get mine from Bear Bottom Farms but my splits are kinda big.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Right now, my go to place is Hurst Firewood in American Canyon. I've also used Waraner Tree Service in Clayton. A few people have suggested Lazzari in Brisbane but I don't think they are open on weekends so I've been unable to go over there to check them out.

@krichardt 2 жыл бұрын

Nice doggo

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@BIGPACKSMOKERS Жыл бұрын

✌️ fight on brother

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Жыл бұрын

Let’s go!!!

@richardg4817 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! You explain each step very well. You will keep the cooking spray companies in business! Enjoyed your four legged helper and your choice of shirt and cap. As usual, FIGHT ON! How long did the game hens take to cook? They look great.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Fight On Richard! The hens took around 90 minutes & they were a hit. My pup & I appreciate you for watching & commenting!

@The209niner 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of wood do you typically use and where do you get it how much?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

I found a relatively local tree service business that sells different types of splits - most of the time they have oak. Sometimes they have apple, cherry or peach. They are the economical but in a pinch I order hickory, pecan or cherry splits from Ace Hardware for delivery. I think it’s best to find a local tree service and go with whatever is plentiful in your area.

@MrFrame1979 2 жыл бұрын

Good info! I’m wanting to get a LSG 20x36, and just had a question. I know you have a kamado joe, and I do as well. Is the flavor of the food off of the LSG that much better to warrant the purchase? Thanks so much!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Stick burners offer more risk & reward than charcoal based grills. If you nail it, the food can be incredible. On the other hand, if you don’t have a “clean” smoke, the food can taste very bitter. There is more of a learning curve & maintaining the fire in the stick burner requires a lot more time & attention. Cooking on a stick burner is a completely different experience. Your decision shouldn’t be driven primarily by the flavor profile because you can make great BBQ on either. If you’re looking for a different and more challenging cooking experience and if you’re willing to put the time in, then the LSG is a great choice.

@MrFrame1979 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ awesome, thank you!

@tman8011 3 жыл бұрын

I’m on the fence about getting a Lone Star Grillz 20 by 36 or a Lang 36 reverse flow. Both seem great! I like the Lone Star though! What size wheels did you get? I have a gravel driveway where the offset would go and was wondering how hard it is to move? Thanks!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

I upgraded to the 8” wheels. I had to wheel my 20x42 across my grass lawn. I laid some of the plywood from the crate that it was shipped in on the grass which made it easy to move by myself. I think most people go with the 8” wheels to make transport easier.

@tman8011 3 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ awesome, thanks for the response!

@dwhiting3766 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting out such informative videos. I’ve watched so much videos on smokers trying to find the right one for me. Your videos helped me settle on the 20x42. Just wondering is that the 1/4” charcoal grate you have?How’s it holding up? Do you think the 1/2” grate a better choice after 3yrs. Thanks again. Keep up the good work

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching & commenting. I’m glad that my videos have been helpful. I might be wrong, but I think LSG only sells one version of the charcoal grate. I added the optional ash pan which sits under the grate. My firebox is 1/4” thick which is the standard version. You can upgrade the firebox to 1/2” thick. Overall, my firebox has held up well and I would order it again. If you live in an area where temps drop below freezing (and you plan to cook in those conditions), then you may want to consider upgrading your firebox to 1/2”. I believe the advantage of having a thicker firebox is that it will hold the temp better in cold weather. The flip side is that it will require more fuel to warm it up. I also think that you lose the flattop griddle at the top of the firebox if you go with the 1/2” version. I like to use my griddle for breakfast or something on all day cooks. Let me know if you still have questions about the fire charcoal grate.

@dwhiting3766 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ thanks for replying so quickly. Lonestar offers a 1/2” fire grate upgrade. It’s what the charcoal basket on or the coals

@dwhiting3766 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry. just wondering how yours was holding up. Thanks again

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Got it….. my grate is actually a little warped. I don’t know if that’s common or if it’s because of my lack of experience at the beginning. I think that if I had the charcoal basket from the beginning, then I probably wouldn’t have warped the grate. That being said, I’d most likely go with the 1/2” to be on the safe side.

@dwhiting3766 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Oh man, been debating for the last few days. Just ordered Monday. Thought I saw it flex a little in the video. 1/2” fire grate it is. YES can’t wait. Great chatting with you. I’m from Hawaii. We say mahalo or thank you. Have a great one. Looking forward to next video

@lohengrin5082 2 жыл бұрын

Not to be a smartass but how do you mix water and canola???

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Use an empty spray bottle and a measuring cup. Pour some canola oil into the measuring cup (i.e. 2 cups) and then pour it into the spray bottle. Then add 1 cup of water. Shake the spray bottle to mix it well. However, like I mentioned in the video.... I don't think this combo works as well as white mineral oil.

@gn8713 2 жыл бұрын

I have the 20 x 36 lsg and have problems with surface rust after I use water in it.Do you have the same problem?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

No, I haven’t experienced problems with rust. I try to drain the water the day after I cook, dry it out & spray with cooking oil. You may want to reach out to LSG for their thoughts on how to solve & prevent it from happening.

@edwardgarcia8651 2 жыл бұрын

I did and they told me to wipe it clean spray it with canola oil let it sit for 30 minutes wipe it down and then spray it again and it should be good for the next cook. I do the same thing I drain it the next day, maybe I didn't clean it out right. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

@edwardgarcia8651 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for responding 😎👍

@michaelelias1016 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your great review after three years. It almost looks like your firebox grate is warping, is that happening? I saw on a video by Rus Jones and he used AshKickers below the grate to clean up the firebox, have you tried them? Do you oil your hinges? Thanks again.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

The firebox grate is warped some in the middle but it still fits inside of the slats for the grates so I haven’t worried about it. I also oil the hinges from time to time….. forgot to mention that in the video. I’ve never heard of AshKickers….. I’ll look into them, thanks!.

@WhiteThunderBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

I have to give mine a deep clean. Cooking chamber hasnt been cleaned since the spring EEEK!!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Cleaning is the least fun part of ownership.

@WhiteThunderBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ yeah - I do not clean mine nearly enough. Need to get the pressure washer out and spray off the grates plus scrape the inside. Hopefully it stays dry Saturday for this.

@paulgrosjean5427 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid!! Would love to get a LSG but being from Canada it’s very expensive to ship and the exchange on $$ doesn’t help either We have Oklahoma Joe here, wondering if I could get similar quality BBQ on that Keep up the great work!! Love your vids!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, ultimately, the quality comes from the person doing the cooking, not the grill. The key is to cook, cook & cook some more. You have to learn how your smoker functions..... are there any hot spots, how large of a fire do you need, what size wood splits work best, does the smoker have any deficiencies that you can overcome like leaks, etc. The biggest difference between offsets made with thick steel versus offsets with thinner steel is their ability to hold steady temperatures. COS (cheap offsets) will have more temperature fluctuations throughout the cook which will require more tinkering from the cook but all of them can produce great food with practice (even the best made offset will require practice). I don't have personal experience with Oklahoma Joe but I know that they are very popular and people are making great food with them. Their reputation is pretty solid as a mid-tier, more affordable brand and I've never heard about any serious issues or complaints so I think you will be fine. Check out a few BBQ forums (BBQ Brethren, Amazing Ribs) to see what people who own them think. Good luck on your BBQ journey & thanks for watching & subscribing!

@2steps69 3 жыл бұрын

What's going on .. Its time for some cooking videos ... Let put that stick burner 2 work ..

@lowdownone 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a fine looking furry friend you got there

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@garylemley4423 2 жыл бұрын

Over time..you could not get away without a cover in humidity of Texas.. this would deteriorate steel over time.. i use the cover religiously because of our climate … i think California weather might allow a no cover but not humid south..

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Right, virtually no humidity in CA. I don’t blame you at all for using a cover in TX. I would too.

@stephenfriend442 3 жыл бұрын

WOW $400 for the cover!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Isn't that crazy? I need to go back & look at my receipt. I know that there is no way that I paid that much for mine!

@stevendellacqua9256 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ If you want to sell your cover I am interested.