I don't understand why people here are saying it takes too long. Have any of you actually tried to light charcoal before using a chimney or lighter fluid ?
Yeah exactly… It’s very unreliable and takes long time. The place I have my bbq gets very windy and sometimes I have to attempt 4-5 times each turn with a new fire lighter cube. It’s the single most annoying thing In the whole bbq experience.
This is my second one. We have it outside the garage door exposed to the elements yearound th-cam.com/users/postUgkxreK_FUQ74_bylFqCr3y2MHqL3u78-b3r Direct sunlight deteriorated the plastic on the thermostat and severe winds blew the lid off. We found it about an acre away. I bought a new one and I saved the good parts from the old one as spares. Got about 8 years out of the first one.
I was looking to buy one just now, great price for any one that doesnt own way too many power tools, $39 aus very approachable but i own a makita heat gun $130 for work. I know after watching the makita is much more powerful but for $39 its better then having flamable fuels around your family just to have a great outdoor cook up. Keep it safe
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I had one of these and returned it, didn’t do what this video was showing. Plus it would shut off after a minute or so of use, which is a safety feature I think… I couldn’t even start any fires with my lump coal or briquettes. I ended up returning it sadly.
@@Lorde360 So basically if those still not finished burning charcoal fragments drops onto the stove through the grill they can damage the stove top (charcoal can burn 650F+), damage the gas pipes or if it is one of those small burners that fits butane can loaded on to the side, can even explode.
I don't understand why people here are saying it takes too long. Have any of you actually tried to light charcoal before using a chimney or lighter fluid ?
2 paper towels dipped in grease under the chimney and 15min is all it takes. but I still want one lol
No. How did you used to do it?
Yeah exactly… It’s very unreliable and takes long time. The place I have my bbq gets very windy and sometimes I have to attempt 4-5 times each turn with a new fire lighter cube. It’s the single most annoying thing In the whole bbq experience.
@@nsuinteger-au whats unreliable? the chimney starter?
@@Milkmilk725 Starting briquettes with fire lighters on a windy day.
This is my second one. We have it outside the garage door exposed to the elements yearound th-cam.com/users/postUgkxreK_FUQ74_bylFqCr3y2MHqL3u78-b3r Direct sunlight deteriorated the plastic on the thermostat and severe winds blew the lid off. We found it about an acre away. I bought a new one and I saved the good parts from the old one as spares. Got about 8 years out of the first one.
I use premium gasoline, adds flavor
I add Vodka, but I drink it first. 💦💦💦
I was looking to buy one just now, great price for any one that doesnt own way too many power tools, $39 aus very approachable but i own a makita heat gun $130 for work. I know after watching the makita is much more powerful but for $39 its better then having flamable fuels around your family just to have a great outdoor cook up.
Keep it safe
I have one just like this. It works very well.
Any chance of cleaning the Grill
Appreciate the clear and to the point demo - I’m buying one now!
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Seems to be the best way to start up charcoal living in an apartment having BBQ off the balcony
I had one of these and returned it, didn’t do what this video was showing. Plus it would shut off after a minute or so of use, which is a safety feature I think… I couldn’t even start any fires with my lump coal or briquettes. I ended up returning it sadly.
I got one yesterday and it was raining hard and got my charcoal going in under 2 minutes (in 3 spots).
I think it would work easier and faster with a small propane torch.
What is the cost pl tell
That's one powerful hairdryer
Great video, especially being in real-time.
Wow, that was awesome. For people saying to go with chimneys, they don’t last. The heat from the fire will make them break quickly.
Where can i get that?
money saver in long term
Bothers me to hold the button for entire process
Not too bad but a propane torch works better possibly and a lot cheaper
I use a charcoal chimney and place it on top of a propane burner lol
Have read that this can be dangerous if the any charcoal fragment drops onto the burner
@@nsuinteger-au curious how so? Been doing it for a year now. Anything specific i should watch out for?
@@Lorde360 So basically if those still not finished burning charcoal fragments drops onto the stove through the grill they can damage the stove top (charcoal can burn 650F+), damage the gas pipes or if it is one of those small burners that fits butane can loaded on to the side, can even explode.
@@nsuinteger-au gotcha! I usually just run it until I see smoke then set it off to the side 👍
It's a blow dryer. Might as well use a heat gun.
"JUST SAY NO" to chemical accelerants when starting your coal.
Too slow !!!
Not need them. just ask Dragon Ball Z! fireball !
Nice, I am get me one. I can be a super hero... with this. (?)...
I don't think this guy is doing it right
Hi, got the instructions from the inventor at a hardware show.