Here's my playlist of all the cooks and reviews I've done on this Oklahoma Joe Longhorn Reverse Flow so far.. kzfaq.info/sun/PLmy86PIu513i74hKiI3Uh49REE6iaTkP8 Hope you enjoy and comment below if you have any questions.
@rickfeith63724 жыл бұрын
Nice setup my man!!!! I'm a Weber nut myself with 3 kettles and a Weber gas grill. I also have 3 vertical water smokers that achieve EXCELLENT results, but are a pain in the ass dealing with the fire through the tiny hole. I'm gonna pull the trigger on this and hook it up with the gaskets and toggle bolts. Can't wait, it's happening real soon. I'm gonna cater to 130 people for the terrible event that is my mother's "celebration of life", she passed a few months ago and this Covid crap has really put a damper on things. Hopefully it'll be soon and I can bring a little positivity and amazing food to the event by cooking my ass off on this smoker. This will be my first side fire box horizontal smoker, and I've done a fair bit of research...you definitely convinced me that it's gonna be perfect. I'm making 80 to 100 pounds of pork shoulder, I hope I can get it done in two rounds. I cut my pork shoulders into thirds to get better bark and cut the time down to about 5-6 hours...I'm doing some scratch maple bourbon smoked pork baked beans, Hellman's mac salad with carrots, onion, celery, and radishes, course chopped coleslaw that I've been perfecting over the last few months...I'm completely addicted...and some burgers and Rochester NY pop open Zweigles hot dogs that are an upstate NY tradition, and the best hotdogs on the planet...check out their website, they ship anywhere in the world. I am also hopefully doing some corn in the cob that will come from the farmer down the road that knocks it out of the park...this guy is incredible at growing vegetables and runs a little produce stand on the side of the road. The venue has a 4 foot charcoal grill for the burgers n doggies. I'm gonna do all the smoking the day before at home and basically reheat it on the smoker on location. We are gonna chop it and make some insane chopped pork sammiches with the coleslaw on gorgeous buttery brioche buns from a local bakery. Your porch makes me jealous by the way 👍 what a nice setup you have crafted for yourself!!! Have a good one dude, happy smoking to ya!!
@buckan8r9993 жыл бұрын
I bet your neighbors are salivating with all the cooking going on on that pitt boss deck! I love how you collect grills; I just bought my 2nd smoker in as many weeks. Keep up the videos; love em.
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir.. I meet neighbors I've never met before and I've been here for 17 years lol.. Thanks for the kind words.
@TCASMR15 жыл бұрын
Love your set up. 👌👌👌
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you..
@meatcranium42805 жыл бұрын
I was considering getting one of those reverse flow smokers, then I realized I have no more space in my garage. LOL thanks for the mention. you have a lot of really great ideas. Thanks for sharing
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.. I appreciate that.. I'm really liking how it cooks but man that drooping firebox lol.. I have a plan for the next one. Thx
@itsachorething42235 жыл бұрын
Awesome review!! You seriously take grilling and BBQ to a whole new level!!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love smoking and grilling.. Thx
@BBQPITDOG5 жыл бұрын
I looked at this smoker at Lowe's a couple years ago. I just couldn't pull the trigger on it. Good thing you got yours thru Amazon Joe. I know you'll make it work.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
If this next delivery doesn't work out then I'll probably opt for a full refund eventhough I'll be out a $60 cover. I'm sure it'll fit over my Blackstone with the rear shelf installed. I'm almost to the point to call them now but I'm going to hang in there. Thx.
@YourNextCast5 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe. You did a great job of explaining and exploring the grill. Definitely got me interested.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.. If you have any questions on it, I'll be more then happy to answer them. Thanks for watching.
@smokehousebbq73505 жыл бұрын
Great review Joe, I've always like the reverse flow concept, a more distributed heat. That main chamber might just be to thin metal to support it, then add some heat to it, then bam, it sags.. A couple angle iron supports coming up from the legs, might be a mod fix idea.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
That's exactly why its sagging. I think I found an easy fix for it. Stay tuned for full review Thx
@rikguyler58095 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear about your troubles with Amazon. I bought the Brinkman version of this smoker from Home Depot and it's just about the identical unit for a lot less money. The Brinkman didn't have a reverse-flow option (although the stack screws on so could be modified easy enough) and the firebox vent is crappy (but it works) compared to the Longhorn. Other than that, identical in every way that I can tell. Like all cheap smokers though, it will need a few mods to make it the best it can be. :)
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Eventhough it has the firebox lean it performs really nice. I think it's overpriced and should be a couple hundred cheaper. My replacement came in today and will try to get it together this weekend. I'll get a full review and hopefully a build video with a cheap firefox mod fix. At the end of the day I really like it. I forgot all about the Brinkman's.. I'm sure it's nice too.. Thx
@chrisburke78235 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thx very much. I have an 18 inch WSM and love it. Just looking for something with a bigger cooking surface. May go the “custom” route.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I have a heavy modified wsm 22 with 8 racks and smoked 65 lbs of food and you should be able to modify that 18 the same with smaller racks but I can't help you with that particular model.. You can't go wrong this Oklahoma Joe Longhorn Reverse Flow.. Check out my playlist on all the cooks I've done on this.. Here's the link to it kzfaq.info/sun/PLmy86PIu513i74hKiI3Uh49REE6iaTkP8 Hope this helps and Thanks for watching..
@THEREALSHOWBBQ5 жыл бұрын
Great walk through and information bro. An offset is one smoker I don't have yet. But hope yo add one day.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I'll do a full review on it soon. Even though the fire box leaning down it still performs like a champ. I think I have a cheap fix for it though. Thx
@MitchAndPhilip5 жыл бұрын
Your set-up is so amazing. Great video!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.. My family is working hard to get this project done. Thx for stopping by..
@Cougar139tweak Жыл бұрын
@ 5:19 easy fix, metal spacers on legs to wedge between firebox and legs.
@BBQJOE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip..
@phillipharlow9584 Жыл бұрын
I had the same problem, the box mine came in was beat the death. I did all the same mods as you and the lava lock latches where your going to mount yours. Great smoker, but like you said the reverse flow takes alittle getting used to dial in even temp.
@wilymaximo_sat2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the details in video..amazing weber collection too..
@BBQJOE2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. You can never go wrong with Weber charcoal kettle or the wsm. So many configurations.
@johnnywishbone60822 жыл бұрын
I had a char-griller model 8955 a while ago. It had a bracket on the bottom of the side fire box and he legs that supported the weight of the fire box to prevent the sagging. I got rid of that smoker a few years ago. I plan on getting this one, the Oklahoma Joe Longhorn. I've see this problem in several reviews. Check out the Char-Griller set up, it might be a good fix. I'll definitely be checking into it when I get mine.
@LouisatRshackBBQ5 жыл бұрын
Nice longhorn - really like the idea of the Smokey Joe as a ash catcher- I have been trying to come up with a solution for my highland- think I will steal this one.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
No problem at all brother. I hardly ever use my Smokey Joes but this works great catching ashes. Thx
@ComparisonCooking5 жыл бұрын
Great Video, very informative! Interested to see what you think of this in a few weeks.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Yes I'll be doing a full review on it after a get more cooks on it. I can tell you now I really like it. I could've gotten a full refund but I'm hoping to get one with a straight firebox. Thx
@NigelNNoahHeretoShowYa5 жыл бұрын
This is awesome, I love that meat reading temperature gadget, I gotta step my bbq game up lol, especially for this weekend, thanks for sharing
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
No problem.. Its a must have to produce great bbq.. Thx for stopping by..
@uncledickie5 жыл бұрын
Well of course I had to watch this one too! Great video and between the 2 videos I'm all set when I get mine. Thanks for sharing Joe!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I don't think you'll be disappointed with this model. I've enjoyed every cook on it so far. Thanks for watching.
@PicklesBBQandCooking5 жыл бұрын
That's a great review Joe and now you got a part out grill too. You've dialed that smoker in!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
There going to pick the replacement one up and drop off a new one this Tues and eventually pick up this original one. I told them I'm not breaking the original one down until I get a good replacement.
@1984BBQ5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review Joe ... Very informative and helpful .. The Firebox is deffently hanging down ...
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I hope they could find me one with a straight firebox. It doesn't effect the performance but it should be straight lol. I'll do a full review on this smoker after a few more cooks. Thx
@willwarro40546 ай бұрын
did you ever get the problem with the firebox hanging too low. if you had to fix it what did you do. i have one myself. the only way i can see would be either to make a support from the bottom of the firebox angled down to the lower shelf frame bolted at each end. if its strong enough to support it. they did put 2 horizontal metal angles across the inside wall and the inside of the firebox wall. not sure if there is a way to run 2 vertical angle strips to stiffen up the wall more. anyway i will watch out for your reply. u have some cool videos. nice job.
@BBQJOE5 ай бұрын
I never messed with it cause it didn't effect the way it smoked the foods. There's nothing wrong with modifying it though.
@paulsq_5 жыл бұрын
I’ve noticed on a lot of the Oklahoma Joe’s the fire box is sagging. Even the one that Lowe’s has on display. I welded my OKJ so my firebox is straight. I leave the vent door open on my firebox to get good airflow to the splits and control the heat with the stack. You should use just splits in it as it’s a stick burner cause you already have a WSM if you want to use charcoal and add a piece of wood to it, no need to waste the money on a heavy charcoal smoker. Anyone can get clean smoke when your using charcoal as the heat source and just adding a piece of wood to it.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I understand your point but I'm still playing around with it.. I've used just splits with great results and most definitely had my door open too. I switched to charcoal basket so I can show the pros & cons between both. I'll get a video out on just splits soon. It'll all make sence in the end and you'll see my angle on all this. Thx for watching..
@paulsq_5 жыл бұрын
I’m looking forward to seeing what you got on it. Keep up the great job Joe. I wasn’t trying to be a hater was just voicing my thoughts on it brother
@johngreen58373 жыл бұрын
Just bought a longhorn reverse flow. Can't wait til it gets here. 2 rolls of gasket
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome.. it's a great smoker..
@ChipsOutdoorChannel5 жыл бұрын
Nice review on the OKL! That firebox is definitely bowing downwards. I doubt it's a problem, but I see what you're saying there. I like those Weber briquettes myself. They take a bit more to get started, but once they're going they're nice! I like that setup you have with the Kettles too! I'm sure the food you make will be a hit at the party!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
It's not effecting the performance of it at all. I've learned a lot in the short time I've owned it. I have a plan to fix it. I'll get a full review on it soon. Thx
@PMPBBQ5 жыл бұрын
The longhorn seems to be working great. Thanks for sharing.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
So far I'm really liking it. Thx
@Fullnelsonbbq20205 жыл бұрын
Hi joe very nice set you going on hope you get long horn resolved. Didn’t know Oklahoma joe did a reverse flow nice 👍🏼
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.. I gotta say I'm really enjoying this smoker. I'll be sure to do a full review on this after a few more cooks. Thx
@CookingwithKory5 жыл бұрын
Great video! Alot of great information!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@SaL-ep7zb2 жыл бұрын
Can you utilize it like a traditional charcoal grill and just throw the charcoal underneath the grill under the food? or does it have to go on the smoker box only?
@BBQJOE2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely not.. Go by a Weber kettle for grilling.. These are great for smoking but not for grilling.. Hope this helps..
@hcamardelle Жыл бұрын
Older video so I'm curious as to how the wheels on this OKJ have fared. The wheels seem to me to be the weak link in the OKJ smokers. How have yours done?
@BBQJOE Жыл бұрын
They are holding up just fine. No problem with them at all..
@spectre60005 жыл бұрын
I'm in the process of getting my non-reverse Highlander put together, and the droopy firebox is because that end of the cook chamber is bellied. I'm welding mine together top to bottom, so I only loosely assembled it, and without tightening the bolts, there's a 3/8" gap on the sides where the firebox mates with the cook chamber. It's a manufacturing issue. They got the metal too hot when they were welding it, and at that thickness it expands and warps, but then it's welded in place and can't really shrink back like it wants to. There are tricks to fix it, but probably not something you'd want to do in this application.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info.. I agree with you. Eventually I'll have my fab guy weld mine up. I just want to show a simple fix for those that don't know how to weld and a cheap way to keep their fb from dropping. Thanks again..
@dbcooper6925 ай бұрын
The firebox sagging is not unusual for Oklahoma Joe offset smokers. Hopefully, that problem has been addressed because I am going to buy the same unit as you have!
@BBQJOE5 ай бұрын
I agree with you 100%
@carsmax5 жыл бұрын
Nice smoker and video!! but 600 bugs is a bit on the upper site . do you need to clean it before backing it to Amazone ??
@shovelhead85 жыл бұрын
Crooked fire box would not bother me. I would come up with some BS story about how it was scientifically designed for proper smoke flow etc. I have to get my offset running again. Thank you for showing us your new smoker, Joe
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
It seems to do a great job and I'm sure the replacement will do the same. I think I have a cheap solution to keep it straight. I'll do a full review on it soon. Thx
@wanderingwalrus43045 жыл бұрын
My Highland also has a saggy firebox. I’d say it’s just a combination of weight and heat overtime. If I did it over again I’d add a couple of metal spacers/blocks between each leg and the fire box to give it some added support. The sagging has had no noticeable effect of the cooking performance of the smoker...so I’ll just live with it until I can afford a Yoder😂
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
That's what I kinda figured too. You can see bow on main chamber. Its gotten worse but hasn't affected the performance from what I'm experiencing. Thx
@johnknapp63285 жыл бұрын
Joe Im curios how you chose the reverse flow because I know they also make a conventional offset. I know they pitch cooking chamber so grease will flow away from fire box.I guess I should watch The whole video.👍
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I chose this particular model cause it can be converted to a reg offset which I haven't tried yet. Going on a 3rd replacement lol.. I'm seriously considering a full refund if this next delivery doesn't work out.
@gtsbarbecueandcuisine48375 жыл бұрын
Interesting review Joe. You definitely have some hang on that fire box. I don’t have a stick burner yet so really appreciate this kind of information. 🍻
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I hope there not all like this.. I'll be sure to post a full review on this soon. So far I'm really liking it. Thx
@Just8Ate5 жыл бұрын
That slow cooker grill looks really nice and hey you always make awesome looking meats... 8)
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.. Yeah this one is a back up just incase my mobile smoker doesn't arrive in time for the big party next week. Thx
@DeadBrokeBBQ5 жыл бұрын
Hope you get that new firebox Joe and thanks for sharing!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.. Hopefully the new replacement will work out.
@bbeach1174 жыл бұрын
Is that Kingsford? I'm trying to figure out why you're using charcoal briquets. You should be only burning wood in that box.
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
Yes it's charcoal for the break in and the best way to I found to keep steady temps of 250F or 275F for 4.5 hrs. straight is to use both charcoaland wood to start. After that time is up, I used full splits. It works great as a just a stick burner if you use small splits and want to keep adding wood to maintain. At the end of the day it's only a $600 smoker made of thin metal compared to $2000-$3500 smokers that made of thick metals. Hopefully I answered your question and thanks for watching.
@212acres35 жыл бұрын
New friend here. I'm from Oklahoma. thanks for sharing.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome and Thx for stopping by.
@Jacquelinexo5 жыл бұрын
Hey friend! Thanks for sharing! Have a great week my friend!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you and you do the same.
@TexasMadeFood5 жыл бұрын
Awesome Smoker
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you and Thx for stopping by.
@TheSydguy304 жыл бұрын
Do you know if they fixed the seal issue and the paint issues? Not into modding my BBQ, I just want it to work if I buy something, not spend more time and money fixing what the factory should have right anyway.
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
I know people that use them without the seals and very happy with them. Paint will blister on any firebox unless its insulated or made out of thick steel. It's well worth $650 shipped to your door. Now if you have the money to buy a $1800-$2500 offset then you shouldn't have to seal it plus it'll be way more efficient. Either way both will produce nice bbq. Thanks for watching..
@yamilavila3 жыл бұрын
How muck St. Louis ribs can you smoker on the same Time ?
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
Good question but I never filled it with ribs yet.. Should be able to fit 6 or 7 racks with no problems. I'm very sure you can add a couple more with a top grate.. I do know it'll fit fit 91 chicken wings.. The grate was full.. Thanks for watching..
@saimafasi5 жыл бұрын
Very nice piece, wish I could steal it from you 😉
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
lol.. I would rather have you come and enjoy some bbq with us.. Thanks for stopping by.
@sgtwiggins2 жыл бұрын
My firebox is the exact same in regards to it bowing
@BBQJOE Жыл бұрын
They must come out of the factory that way.
@Cookoutcoach5 жыл бұрын
Nice lookin pit bud, I didn’t know they came with 1/8th inch steel that’s not bad 👍
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
The unit weighs in at 256 lbs. For the price with 1/8" steel isn't bad at all. Its pretty stout but hoping I'll get one with a straight firebox. I think that the side wall are to thin to support the firebox but well see. Thx
@hadtohabbit14962 жыл бұрын
I just got this smoker today. Do you recommend sealing firebox at the seam with high temp silicone?
@BBQJOE2 жыл бұрын
I've never tried that but I see lots of people doing it. Congrats on your new smoker.
@trevorjean57633 жыл бұрын
I hear all the long horns do that. Probably due to it not being a welded pit plus the legs don’t support it. So it just hangs there. I have the long horn special. Got it when I was new to smoking and grilling with wood and charcoal. I love that thing! And my fire box doesn’t sag at all on it. I’m Looking at the old country all American brazos. they are completely welded and 1/4 inch steel same style but a better pit all around. More money but I think it’ll stand the test of time
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
I heard those Old Country Brazos was pretty nice.. I was going to buy one but they was out of stock. I needed a smoker to add to my collection for my kids grad party and that's the only reason I bought it.. It still a great smoker though..
@zivaandzeusshenanigans11134 жыл бұрын
I want one so bad but Oklahoma joe is out of stock and they don’t know when they will have them again.
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
If you don't mind ordering on Amazon it's $699 Free Shipping. From Give5ToCancer.. Here's the link.. www.amazon.com/Oklahoma-Joes-Longhorn-Offset-Smoker/dp/B00CP5G3WW
@nickcreeksquad73863 жыл бұрын
So I got my new longhorn reverse flow out side being seasoned right now. I installed gaskets, high quality silicone, lava lock clamps, and grommet. I currently have the baffles in along with the grates and I have a new maverick xr 40 thermometer keeping temp. My question, is it normal for the smoker to not go above 300 degrees very easily? I assume since I have the baffles in and it's such a much bigger cooking chamber than what I had before I would require more fuel, but I have the basket may e 3/4 full and I think the highest temp I've seen is in the 280s. I'm not complaining, I just hope my new thermometer isn't off. I would also assume if I wanted to really turn the heat up to cook a nice steak hot and fast, I could remove the baffles and switch the smoke stack to the other end, perhaps then it would get hotter 🤔 if that's what I was going for. Any input is appreciated and thanks!
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
First test your xr 40 probes in boiling water to make sure they are accurate.. Water boils at 212F.. Are you using just charcoal or wood or mixed in the basket..? Are all of your vent's wide open..? Did you stoke the fire..? Or check if the ashes under the basket was restricting the airflow.. I don't recommend the main chamber temps over 400F.. This is a smoker and not a grill.. You'll burn the paint right off the firebox with extreme heat.. It's an amazing smoker for the price and you should watch my Oklahoma Joe's video playlist on some of the cooks I've done.. Hope this info helps.. Thanks for watching..
@nickcreeksquad73863 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE its not something I'm going for, I'm just trying to get to know my smoker. If I really want to cook a steak how I like it (medium rare with a nice sear) , I'll cook it in the firebox itself. The vents were all open I was using a mix of wood and lump charcoal. I'm actually excited that it doesn't overheat so easily. I'm used to having the OK JOE combo grill and the the placement of the firebox and how small that cook chamber was, made it finicky and able to get VERY HOT 🔥. With this big of a chamber and the firebox installed lower, the baffles to spread the heat out more evenly seems to be a HUGE difference and I love it. I'm just not used to having that much actual fire in the box and such a nice low heat. I'll test my thermometer today, I know better, like I said, I was just wondering if it takes some serious fire to get the heat high, which would be great because in the combo grill, a small fire can put you past 300 no problem and it took a lot more attention. Thanks!
@nickcreeksquad73863 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE while I got your attention, I'm smoking a couple brisket tomorrow, have a recipe that is a sure win you'd like to share?
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
@@nickcreeksquad7386 Trim some of the fat off, Salt and pepper.. 250F pit temps.. After 4 hours or 160F internal wrap 2 layers of hd aluminum foil till probe tender (around 195-205F). Undo the foil just to vent it for 15 mins and close back up and let rest for at least 1 hr and serve.. If you can let rest for 2 then that would be better.. Times will vary depending on the size brisket.
@nickcreeksquad73863 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE simple...I like it. 👍🏻you know, I've never tried old fashion simple on a brisket. Do you flip or rotate the brisket at all? Or because of the more even cook with the reverse flow, you don't need to?
@MN-vw2lo4 жыл бұрын
You got major leakage on both sides of the cooking chamber, you can tell by the discoloration on the gaskets. It looks like it's still holding temp well, but you might be more efficient with your fuel if you fix that.
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
Yes it was leaking and I did buy some clamps to install but after several cooks it stopped leaking.. I'll keep an eye on it though.. Thanks for watching..
@randybachman10753 жыл бұрын
Love, love, love the setup man!! The table with those 2 what look like woks.. What are those exactly? Just re did my backyard and I'm designing my bbq area. want to do a table like that while incorporating the flattop. Are you satisfied with that flattop model? That setup is bbq heaven. The happiest I've been is when I have all 3 of my pits going at once, controlled chaos if ya know what I mean.
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
Those are 2 webber kettles without legs.. A flat top would be awesome on a table..! I love that Blackstone for doing Fajitas, French toast, bacon, eggs and much more. Oh and yes I've had multiple pit going at once but love how easy they are to control. Thanks for watching..
@CBL1385 жыл бұрын
Joe, I know how much you love mods, check out Aura Outdoor Products kettle zone cooking system for 22 inch Weber kettle grills. It turns your grill into a smoker. It’s about $105.00 on Amazon
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I'll have to check into that more. I just seen it on Amazon and it seems pretty nice. If I end up getting it I'll do a review on it. Thanks
@BiggsHomeCookin5 жыл бұрын
Nice off-set Joe! Too bad about the firebox issue... it really shouldn't do that! Looks like you got some room on there for some briskets and shoulders. Thanks!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
You get what you pay for lol.. Easy fix so it doesn't continue to droop. So far it cooks great.. I only bought it for a back incase my mobile smoker doesn't arrive in time for the big party.
@stephaniepooch51325 жыл бұрын
That's a beautiful smoker
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you..
@nicholassestito11464 жыл бұрын
Would you recommend this for a beginner or if we had a little extra cash to make the jump to yoder first?
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
It's hard to say but imo if you have the extra cash for a Yoder.. Those are by far quality smokers.. I bought this okj as a backup waiting for my mobile smoker to get completed.. Thanks for stopping by..
@nicholassestito11464 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE thanks! I've actually discovered horizon as well little cheaper than yoder... I may start just using my weber and pinch my pennies. For 300 more I could look at something that's 1/4 inch steel. Thanks for taking time to respond!!!
@efthimios4 жыл бұрын
Saw it 499 wasn’t sure how the smoke box works I mean gas, charcoal and smoke what else is better !?
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
You sure you saw this OKJ Longhorn Reverse flow model for $499..? I would buy another if that includes shipping.. Could you send me a link please cause I will buy another at that price.. Thanks for watching..
@zachschermerhorn80903 жыл бұрын
As far as taste, how does the WSM compare to an offset cooker?
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
Imo nothing is better than clean burning wood from an offset. Don't get me wrong the WSM will produce great bbq and I love using mine for family and friends. If I had to choose it would be a good quality offset or reverse flow..
@braskemsupervisor32535 жыл бұрын
Great video, so how long can you hold say 250F from one full charcoal basket? Thanks!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I average 5 hrs. on a full basket using Weber briquettes and 2-3 splits of wood. I have done a 8 hr. smoke and added 4-5 splits to finish that cook off. I'm very impressed with it for a $600 smoker.
@braskemsupervisor32535 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE ever consider or hear anything about the Oklahoma Bandera
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
@@braskemsupervisor3253 I just seen a walk around video on it. It's around the same price as the Longhorn reverse flow. It seems like a very versatile smoker for the price. I think it would be awesome for reverse searing and cold smoking cheese.
@progers50195 жыл бұрын
Man, you're having the same luck trying to get a good one I'm having trying to get a grill stone that's not broken on arrival from Amazon. Maybe the third one will be a good one. You learn your pits fast. Does good for the price point. Let is know how that meat turns out.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I'm very impressed so far with this smoker. It works best with one large split in the basket filled with charcoals. Hope you get a good stone soon. I'm really liking this XR50 but don't understand why it won't save my settings on that one probe. No matter what I do it defaults to 32 degrees..
@progers50195 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE The thing I found is if you attempt to adjust your high reading from a previous cook to a lower number lower than what the low alarm reading is currently on, the high adjuster will stop on that current and previous low readimg number and will not go past it to go any lower until you adjust the low reading to read lower than what you are trying to move the high reading to. Also same thing going up for the high settimg.The high low numbers can not be set independently if that number goes past the other number. Not like the smoke will. You just have to know this. Your issue seems a little different. Try resettimg to default settings and start over.
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Phil.. It should save it though considering my low #s are lower then the high #s. I just set the low # higher then the current temp its reading and it didn't default yet. Thx for the tip.
@johnknapp63285 жыл бұрын
Phil N Florence little did he know he missed a bargain with s stainless stack
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
They made a ss stack ? It would be better if it was solid gold. lol.. New to me but I'm surely not interested. I think this model smoker is overpriced as is. I would've gotten a refund but I paid $60 for the cover. It's a really nice cover being that it can convert to a regular offset. I'm sure your just pulling my let though.
@ASTRONOCPRODUCTIONS4 жыл бұрын
did you ever get one with a straight firebox?
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
No I sure didn't.. The jack stand works wonders though.. It has been a great smoker and have over 25 cooks on it. I have no complaints..
@ASTRONOCPRODUCTIONS4 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE thanks for the reply, I just got one with a slanted firebox as well.
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
@@ASTRONOCPRODUCTIONS I promise you'll enjoy it.. The only mods that held up for me was the gasket around the main chamber and between the firebox and main chamber. I need to get a updated video out on this. If you take 1 or 2 splits on the bottom of the charcoal basket and the rest filled with unlit coals then full lit chimney over the top, you'll get an easy 4 to 4.5 hrs burn with ease.. Temps around 250F-275F.. My stack is always wide open and the firebox door around half open. Don't forget to take 2 or 3 of the included charcoal grates and rotate them in the firebox to get better airflow.
@wesd37425 жыл бұрын
how would you compare it to a Lang smoker?
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
The Lang would be way more fuel efficient and is a much better smoker by far. I bought this Oklahoma Joe as a backup incase my builder couldn't have my mobile smoker ready for my kids grad party a while back. The Oklahoma Joe's are not fuel efficient but it will surprisingly holds temps very well. You can't go wrong with it only being a $600 cooker.
@lacucinadiclara5 жыл бұрын
Nice video😊 super like😊👍
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you..
@paintyouup82474 жыл бұрын
My fire box is sagging as well. No response from OK Joe...did you end up fixing yours?
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
I had a jack stand under the firebox for a while to hold it up but then discovered its not necessary.. It doesn't effect the smoker at all.. You get what you pay for.. But I would still recommend this OKJ to everyone.. Thanks for watching..
@TexasMadeFood5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing big Texas Like
@thegrumpyolgringo5 жыл бұрын
Nice Smoker, looks like it'll be a great workhorse. Nicely Done. Thanks for sharing. 😎.
@markyoung2084 жыл бұрын
I'm confused, are you returning that smoker ? If so why all the mods and why season it ?
@BBQJOE4 жыл бұрын
Yes this was returned and they sent me out another new one.. All the mods help with temp control to improve fuel efficiency.. The inside is raw metal so you want to season it to prevent rust.. Seasoning is a must on most offset smokers.. This is a very low end cheap smoker and the mods just helps improve the quality. I have about 30 cooks on this Oklahoma Joe and absolutely love it..! I have many videos in my playlist to prove it.. Thanks for watching..
@oren52305 жыл бұрын
Reverse flow; heat / smoke under the cook. Then heat and smoke over and latter exauhst out. Best.
@LassesFoodAndBarbecue5 жыл бұрын
I like the idea of an offset, but the price here for anything that is ok in quality i will pass unfortunately, atleast for now.. Maybe in the future
@EricsBBQAndMORE5 жыл бұрын
Nice review! Looks like a great smoker, the firebox is disappointing...what's the price point on this smoker? Welcome to the stick burner club :)
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
This one averages around $600 shipped. It's really not that bad for a cheap offset. I have a plan to fix the firebox issue. I would've bought a nice one but I have large mobile smoker on the way. Thx
@EricsBBQAndMORE5 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE I had no idea they made a reverse flow! For that price point, I'll stick with my fully welded Old Country! Looking forward to seeing what you get for the mobile smoker!
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Just got word from my fab guy that I should have it by the 31st. Its definitely a one of a kind monster. Eventually I'll have him build me offset for my deck too.
@maededuasvitoria71265 жыл бұрын
Olá super like 👍👍👍
@nickmarkham37433 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe, do you still have this smoker? If so, I'm wondering about adding a second shelf to it. There's one available for 200+ USD, but that's a ton of money for, let's be honest, a cheap offset smoker. Love to know if you have a more ingenious solution!
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
Wow $200 that crazy.. Yes I still own it and love it.. I never used seconded shelf but I'm sure a cheap grate with bricks wrapped in aluminum foil to raise it would do the trick. Oh and yes after this month is over you're going to see some new ideas I came up with.. Thanks for stopping by..
@nickmarkham37433 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE Can't wait to see what you have in store! One more dumb question for you. I haven't received my smoker yet, and have been anxious to know if the sort of minion method you use to light and run it still produces the same "depth of flavor," that folks like "Mad Scientist BBQ," claim you can only get by using an offset with an all wood fire. How does the flavor and smokiness with your method compare to pure stick burning in a large pit? Since this burns charcoal and wood, should I have stuck with the WSM?
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
I feel that mixing charcoal and wood last longer in the Oklahoma Joe.. You can use just wood but use small splits.. The wsm is a great smoker but I'm I like them equally.
@BBQJOE3 жыл бұрын
As far as flavor you can't beet true authentic wood smoked bbq. Every smoker will produce different flavors but I've never had a bad experience as far as flavor.
@nickmarkham37433 жыл бұрын
@@BBQJOE This is true; even my weber kettle produces good barbeque. But I'm wondering if the use of charcoal compromises that authentic wood flavor. I'm wondering if the OK joe with the charcoal and wood is still "authentic wood flavor," or at least a big upgrade from weber kettle and WSM barbeque flavor. . . Or, perhaps I'm chasing barbeque mythology.
@MummyandClyde5 жыл бұрын
What tme is dinner
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing in about 2 hrs lol.. Its looking good so far. Thx
@tpainbig2 жыл бұрын
You should try B&B charcoal it’s a lot better
@BBQJOE2 жыл бұрын
We can't get that brand out here or at least I haven't seen it. Would love to try it though.
@kimgoss22622 жыл бұрын
Remove your firebox I thought I seen washer between the two And then get the gasket kit for the
@DIAMONDDIVALIFESTYLE5 жыл бұрын
Pork butt was looking real delicious
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.. I love smoking pork butt. Thx
@Vidhyakitchen5 жыл бұрын
Like ❤️ great upload 👌 TFS ❤️
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Thank you and you're welcome..
@bwhntr111115 жыл бұрын
So you recommend them but you are waiting on your 3rd one and are considering asking for a full refund ?
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Yes I recommend them especially after the first several cooks I've done on it. I wasn't sure at first so it's up to the viewers to make a decision rather they want to buy one or not. Just because I had a bad experience doesn't mean everyone else will. Thanks and have a great day.
@puertoropelu22572 жыл бұрын
Is it me or the Oklahoma joe skyrocketed in price ?? I swear I don’t remember them being 500 bucks for the highland? Maybe I’m wrong lol
@BBQJOE2 жыл бұрын
Inflation brother.. Everything has went up in price since this video.. But keep in mind the all the other brands did too.
@sideyardbarbecue32145 жыл бұрын
I laughed out loud when you said you were worried about the party. Looking at all those pits Joe, I think you’ll be alright 👍
@BBQJOE5 жыл бұрын
Lol.. Yeah but firing up multiple pits vs the mobile cooker will be less stressful for me. I could handle it and have a plan B if my mobile smoker doesn't arrive in time.
@sideyardbarbecue32145 жыл бұрын
Joe's BBQ Bbq for me releases stress. I don’t cook for crowds like you, but just remember, if you’re not enjoying the cook, don’t do it. I’ve seen all your videos and I can tell you enjoy big cooks. Just relax and just remember, it’s you, fire and meats. Take a deep breath and involve in the moment.