What BBQ to Buy??

halfprice · 01-21-2012, 10:34 PM

Well I've about emptied my bank account on getting the 5th stocked up on the needed equipment.

I think the only thing left is a bbq. I've been looking at the Coleman gas bbq but it got alot of bad reviews. I was thinking about getting the Assie charcoal bbq. Home Depot has them for $40

What do you guys think. Gas or charcoal. I cook at home on an XLG Egg so I'm used to charcoal.

Storage is my biggest problem. What ever I get it has to go inside the trailer while travelling.

Any thoughts???? Please post them up.

Thanks Jerry

f6bits · 01-21-2012, 10:44 PM

I use the Weber Q-120 and really like it. It’s small and relatively light, but it can sure cook!

KanTC · 01-21-2012, 11:03 PM

Congrats on your 'new-to-you' 5th wheel & welcome to the forum -

No suggestions on the grill (sorry), but I will offer a thought:

If you plan to travel east, keep in mind that several western states have had periodic,
but strictly enforced, *fire bans* for the past couple of years... no charcoal grills -
gas grills only & they must have a 'lid'. Don't know if that's relevant to your decision.

Happy trails & travel safe,
Terri, the Chevy co-pilot

**hankpage** · 01-22-2012, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by halfprice

Well I've about emptied my bank account on getting the 5th stocked up on the needed equipment.

I think the only thing left is a bbq. I've been looking at the Coleman gas bbq but it got alot of bad reviews. I was thinking about getting the Assie charcoal bbq. Home Depot has them for $40

What do you guys think. Gas or charcoal. I cook at home on an XLG Egg so I'm used to charcoal.

Storage is my biggest problem. What ever I get it has to go inside the trailer while travelling.

Any thoughts???? Please post them up.

Thanks Jerry

Welcome. In my opinion stay away from the Coleman grill. I have one and hate it. It is very hard to clean and almost impossible to keep lit in the slightest breeze. I won't even sell it because I would feel guilty that I stuck the buyer with it.

I use a Weber at home and I should not have tried to save a few pennies and went with the BabyQ in the first place. They also make a very good storage bag for the Weber. JM2¢, Hank

jje1960 · 01-22-2012, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by halfprice

Well I've about emptied my bank account on getting the 5th stocked up on the needed equipment.

I think the only thing left is a bbq. I've been looking at the Coleman gas bbq but it got alot of bad reviews. I was thinking about getting the Assie charcoal bbq. Home Depot has them for $40

What do you guys think. Gas or charcoal. I cook at home on an XLG Egg so I'm used to charcoal.

Storage is my biggest problem. What ever I get it has to go inside the trailer while travelling.

Any thoughts???? Please post them up.

Thanks Jerry

We have the coleman, really love it! We did spring for the griddle plate, use that for breakfast mainly. Also, since you went with the Boliy, will throw-in a couple of other pics, just the way we do it. The rack pic is from the web.

JoeofNSB · 01-22-2012, 08:53 AM

I really like the Camp Chef that I have. Used it for years and handles anything from pancakes on the griddle plate to deep frying a turkey. Won't do a rotisserie though - only drawback. Walmart sells them for a $225 thru the website only. Picture on my page if you want to see.

Festus2 · 01-22-2012, 09:04 AM

I would opt for a propane Weber. There are 2 or 3 smaller, portable models that are fairly easy to store, are very well built, and do an excellent job of BBQing. Check out the Weber website for a full description of each. If you really prefer charcoal, I think Weber also has 1 or 2 portable ones as well but they may take up a bit more space with also having to pack and store the charcoal briquettes. I don't think you will be disappointed if you buy one!

Jim W · 01-22-2012, 09:16 AM

I used the Weber Q-120 also a great little cooker. The reason we purchased this one was the great reviews on it and the ability to use the on board propane from the camper. Our camper came equipped with a quick connect to allow the use of propane from the camper. Therefore I do not need to buy and carry additional propane bottles. The additional propane hose does not need a regulator and are fairly inexpensive to buy.
Jim W.

jje1960 · 01-22-2012, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Festus2

I would opt for a propane Weber. There are 2 or 3 smaller, portable models that are fairly easy to store, are very well built, and do an excellent job of BBQing. Check out the Weber website for a full description of each. I don't think you will be disappointed if you buy one!

Must admit, never went to the Weber website before.... Just did... that Weber Q320 is one cool looking grill! Kind of pricey... however has the most unique burner configuration I've ever seen.

Johnnyfry · 01-22-2012, 10:15 AM

I too have heard the negative reviews on the Coleman.
In an ideal world, charcoal is hottest and is the best but, of course, the downside is the mess -- you have to set up, get the fire going before you cook and clean up the mess afterwards so, gas is probably the best compromise.

The Weber Q definitely seems to be the best of the lot, great reviews and looking at it it seems to be the best built, with a cast iron grate.. I am not too sure about those fancy stainless steel ones with the fancy price to match, they may be all show and no performance.

I have a sleazy little throw away tin can,but when I buy it will probably be the Weber.

IMHO,
John

cumminsdad08 · 01-22-2012, 04:52 PM

we char-coled for the first half of the season. it was good, but a pain. it was always raining, and always a mess to clean up. took time to just make burgers, and i have two kids 2-4, need i say more. we searched for a few months and finally i got sick of it and bought a colmen compact one. it works well, BUT... it does not have a stand and the propane bottles hang off it, so you almost have to have it on a table or something to use it. other pain is the lighter for it almost never works, so i got to use my long gas hand held one. not overly crazy about it, but we could never settle on one. so now i know that i prefer gas over the coal. just a matter of finding the right one.

halfprice · 01-22-2012, 04:54 PM

Thanks for all the responses, and helping me spend more money

I did a quick seach and found the local Lowes had the Weber Q 120 for $179 and the Weber rolling foldable cart for $49

I want the bbq to be on its own cart or table. THe DW and I decided to wait and look around.

We then went to CW to pick up a few more things. THey had the Q 100 but I think I like the 120 better. THose two little fold out shelves are worth the extra money. CW did have the foldable cart for $39 so we got that. I'll do a little searching to see if I can find a better deal on the Q120. If not I will just get it at Lowes.

Thanks for the input. It went to good use.

Jerry

f6bits · 01-22-2012, 05:48 PM

I definitely need to get the folding cart for my Q120. I don’t like cooking on the ground, and most parks don’t want you putting your grill on their picnic tables, which I’ve been *carefully* doing and feeling guilty about.

halfprice · 01-22-2012, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by sdayman

I definitely need to get the folding cart for my Q120. I don’t like cooking on the ground, and most parks don’t want you putting your grill on their picnic tables, which I’ve been *carefully* doing and feeling guilty about.

Exactly why I got the cart. We have a plastic type table from Costco but I didn't want to put the bbq on it.

I checked the bbq cart and it will fit on the bike rack that hangs off the ladder

This saves me from having to put it in the trailer.

The bbq and propane bottles will go into a rubbermaid type container. This is easily stored in the trailer.

Jerry

therink · 01-22-2012, 07:45 PM

I love my Weber Q.
Steve

Festus2 · 01-22-2012, 08:30 PM

Rather than using the smaller, 1lb propane bottles, you might want to consider using the propane connect/disconnect outlet which is probably already on your 5th (located under the curb side front corner) OR a 20 lb propane tank. Both will require a hose with the proper fittings on it. Using one of these two propane supplies, will be far cheaper in the long run.

larrym · 01-22-2012, 08:58 PM

I've enjoyed my Coleman RoadTrip for many years, through two motor homes, now my 5er, been good to me.

halfprice · 01-22-2012, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Festus2

Rather than using the smaller, 1lb propane bottles, you might want to consider using the propane connect/disconnect outlet which is probably already on your 5th (located under the curb side front corner) OR a 20 lb propane tank. Both will require a hose with the proper fittings on it. Using one of these two propane supplies, will be far cheaper in the long run.

THe Q120 at Lowes comes with the propane hose. I looked for the connection under my 5th but didnt see one. Guess I better look again.

Jerry

halfprice · 01-22-2012, 10:45 PM

Do have any photos of the fitting???????? I didn't see anything when I looked last week.

Jerry

**hankpage** · 01-23-2012, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by halfprice

Do have any photos of the fitting???????? I didn't see anything when I looked last week.

Jerry

My Cougar did not come with a quick connect so I use a Stay-Flow adapter with a 12' hose off my curb side 30lb. bottle. It saves a lot of money and aggravation of little bottles running empty.

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