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Old 09-19-2017, 11:32 AM   #1
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Portable Grill

Hi All!
We just purchased our camper. It came with an outdoor kitchen but not the grill mounted on the back. We were thinking of buying just a table top grill but haven't found one with great reviews. We are a family of 4, so nothing really big. Any recommendations?
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Old 09-19-2017, 11:52 AM   #2
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I would recommend the small, portable Weber. We've had one for several years and find it to be well-made and reliable. A bit more pricey than most but not outrageous and, like most Webers, have a good reputation for quality.
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Old 09-19-2017, 11:56 AM   #3
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Hello,
I actually only like the Weber Q 2 series or the Coleman XL. Both are solid. The real difference is the Coleman offers a griddle to be used with a grate where the Webber needs the grate taken out to put in the separately purchased griddle. But he Weber is domed enough to do a over roaster sized chicken!
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Old 09-19-2017, 12:27 PM   #4
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Second on the Weber. We also have a small stainless steel one. Got this one at Academy but lots of places sell the exact same thing just re-badged. Something along the lines of this.

https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Out...portable+grill
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Old 09-19-2017, 12:29 PM   #5
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Welcome to the forum.

I have an outdoor kitchen and my camper did not come with the grill either, which is fine with me as it allowed me to buy one I like.

I have the Weber Q 2200 and converted it to us the low pressure LP gas connection at the back of the coach.

I added a "T", to the gas line and second quick-connect fitting so I can use the outdoor cook-top and Weber grill at the same time.



I really like the Weber, it has done a nice job on everything I have cooked and I also purchased the optional, cast iron, griddle for making breakfast items.

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Old 09-19-2017, 01:52 PM   #6
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We have a Coleman LXE and for what we use it for, does a fine job. Considered the Weber, but had a problem shelling out another hundred bucks for our infrequent use. If you do lots of grilling or outdoor cooking, the Weber, IMHO, is the way to go.
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Old 09-19-2017, 02:31 PM   #7
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Holland Companion. It is more of a Oven than a grill but will give you the juiciest food you have ever had, easy to make bacon, whatever you want you can do it on the Holland. Not cheap, but worth every penny. I was cheap and tried a char broil infrared and at the end of the day ended up giving that one away and ordering the Holland. One thing to remember if your looking your not cooking keep the lid closed.

https://www.amazon.com/Holland-Compa...t&pageNumber=4
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Old 09-19-2017, 02:48 PM   #8
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We've been very happy (5 years) with this Outdoors Unlimited Sidekick RV grill.
Paid about $60 through a private party. These were included with many campers and sometimes the buyers want something different so they are up for sale. We use this 4 nights out of 5 and often for cooking breakfast as well. It's a darn good grill at the right price for those that might be budget conscious. Can be used as shown or with a hose attached to the camper LP accessory port.
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Old 09-19-2017, 03:27 PM   #9
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Another vote for the Weber "Q" series. We have the 1200 and it seems to be very well made and just perfect for the two of us....although it's roomy enough for a family of four I believe. I bought a 12' extension hose and a "Y" connector and come right off of the 30 lb propane cylinder and through the regulator on the grill. I also carry a bottle or two of the 14 oz propane bottles so that we can be more mobile if need be.
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Old 09-19-2017, 04:57 PM   #10
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This one has been a pretty good little grill for my father in law. We just bought one on a stand but have only used it once so far, so I haven't formed an opnions yet. Father in law likes his.

https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CGG...able+gas+grill
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Old 09-20-2017, 01:43 AM   #11
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We have the Weber Q 2200 and never again. It won't begin to get hot enough to grill a steak the way it should be done. I finally had to take the burner off and remove the main jet. A 1/16 drill bit through the center of the jet made a reasonable difference, but still not up to par. Yes, we bought the cast iron grill for cooking breakfast and it went in the garbage. $50 bucks down the drain. The surface is so rough that you can't flip eggs or turn pancakes without tearing everything up. Just another side of the Weber equipment to consider.
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Old 09-20-2017, 03:16 AM   #12
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Check this out...
Char-Griller Akorn Jr. Kamado Kooker Charcoal Grill

Still have my small gas grill on the RV, but here lately been just using this one.
Small but will cook 5 hamburgers at once.
Easy cleanup!
No problem cooking BBQ all day at 250, hold heat very well.
Can get superhot if you have it wide open Above 700 degrees
Taste is awesome once broke in.
Very easy to add more wood if needed for smoking.
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Old 09-20-2017, 10:18 AM   #13
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I rarely use the gas grill. Most of the time, I leave it in the garage at home.

I went with a Weber Jumbo Joe. If you have the time, charcoal is so much better.
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Old 09-20-2017, 11:36 AM   #14
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There are a lot of good table top grills,, just choose one the you think will fit your style, I have been through 3 different grills, Coleman road trip, a George Forman they don't make any longer, but looked a lot like a Webber Q, an off brand from Costco and I now have a Webber Q,, I hope to have it a very long time.. I love this thing. It cooks fast and even, we even cook bacon on this thing.. any way have fun deciding what to get.
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Old 09-20-2017, 02:09 PM   #15
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+1 on the weber. We bought an aluminum teflon coated griddle & use that for bacon, eggs etc. Works great & keeps the grease outside.
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Old 09-20-2017, 03:43 PM   #16
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Not sure if you know but the regulator has a safe mode and there is a small process to reset it to go back into high fire.
https://youtu.be/qdNz6f2Cb9A
This might be too late for you but might help another.
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Old 09-20-2017, 08:12 PM   #17
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I don't think you will find a negative review of the Weber Q. We have the little one and love it.
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Old 09-20-2017, 08:20 PM   #18
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We have the Weber Q 2200 and never again. It won't begin to get hot enough to grill a steak the way it should be done. I finally had to take the burner off and remove the main jet. A 1/16 drill bit through the center of the jet made a reasonable difference, but still not up to par. Yes, we bought the cast iron grill for cooking breakfast and it went in the garbage. $50 bucks down the drain. The surface is so rough that you can't flip eggs or turn pancakes without tearing everything up. Just another side of the Weber equipment to consider.
I have had not any of those problems with mine.

With a little pre-heating the grill gets quite hot (~600*) and steaks, chicken, sausage, shrimp... all grill up nicely and I make pancakes (gluten free, buttermilk, blueberry), bacon and eggs, on the griddle, most mornings for breakfast.

One of my favorite things about camping is we eat like kings .

The DW makes a mean shrimp and grits, with shrimp grilled on the Weber.

Sorry you had problems with yours, looking at the reviews on Amazon (4.7 our of 5 stars) your issues do not seem to be the norm.

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Old 09-21-2017, 03:56 AM   #19
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We've had the Cuisinart CGG-220 for about 3yrs now and really like it. We also use a grill mat which fits it almost perfectly for cooking OE eggs and veggys on, just let it cool a bit and wipe it off.
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Welcome to the forum.

I have an outdoor kitchen and my camper did not come with the grill either, which is fine with me as it allowed me to buy one I like.

I have the Weber Q 2200 and converted it to us the low pressure LP gas connection at the back of the coach.

I added a "T", to the gas line and second quick-connect fitting so I can use the outdoor cook-top and Weber grill at the same time.



I really like the Weber, it has done a nice job on everything I have cooked and I also purchased the optional, cast iron, griddle for making breakfast items.

-Brian
I kinda thought about all portable grills were setup for using LP from a 20-30lb tank. What did you have to convert as that's the reason I thought that RV manufacturers put the aux LP connection on the coach. At least that's what they advertise. Am I missing something??
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