If I were to buy a griddle in the the future. I’d have to find a place that has the BlackStone, Flatrock and this so I could see and compare. I was about 98% on the Flatrock tho I’m a big believer in the Black stone. But this new Primate griddle is intriguing.
Mine is 3 years old (today is 9/24/2034) and the bottom of the firebox rusted out. Ended up making a new one from stainless (304and 18ga as opposed to 22ga) all slotted and bent to the original specs. Too bad the company didn't think of this "flaw". Otherwise I'm happy with mine but I do believe this company is over rated. Made the 2/3 and a 1/3 griddle as well and saved a lot then buying one. Plus a lot lighter. That full griddle is a tough one to handle...haha. They did bring the price down a bit since being acquired by AOB.
So I've been eyeballing this grill for over a year and did my homework and found out this grill rises to the top based I live in the northeast a lot of snow and the stainless steel is definitely a benefit, I replace a grill about typically every 5 years due to corrosion and rust. Being the grill grill is 100% stainless steel, That takes that out of the equation I also thought about the 2/3 griddle because I don't always want a full griddle I like the option of having a burner open. My question to you is this I wish they had 2 more options 1, a warming rack but I think due to the design of the lid there's not enough space for that space for that and a light. I'm going to wait one more year to see if gorilla grill adds the warming rack and then pull the trigger meanwhile my current grill will stay in use for at least 1 more season and then I will question pulling the trigger on this $1200 set up.
Great video, this 2/3 griddle seems like the best setup. I’m looking at that large 1”+ gap to the burners below along the front of the griddle. Does that blast your wrist with heat as your tending to the items on the griddle?
Not really at that location. But the griddle itself will get really hot if you close the lid down. Sometime I let it get too hot and have to turn the burners to low just to be able to stand it.
the hole for grease and scrapings does not look like it aligns with the grill. Having used it for a while now, have you noticed any issues with grease and scraps falling into the flames & drip tray?
This is what we've all been waiting for! Love the Primate, but that griddle is heavy and sometimes you want to use both. This will solve that problem, though there is still the storage issue.
@@TheHollarBBQ I guess I'm just referring the relatively little storage space in the Primate in general. This new setup will work great for certain things, but it's not like I'll be able to leave that configuration. I need more grilling space most of the time, and one grate simply won't work. With the unit off, I simply set the griddle on top of the grates and close the lid for storage, then move it out of the way to use the grill, or vice versa...set the grates off to the side to use the griddle. I just wish there was room to store the griddle within the unit itself. Or...to make a long story even longer...are you telling me that the 2/3 griddle will store in the unit cabinets?
@@mph7282 I have not tried that yet. I dont think it will fit. I do store the grill grates down there when not in use. I think grilla needs to make a new cabinet for storage. Or I just build something.
@@TheHollarBBQ I would love to have a separate storage unit for all my grilling/griddling/smoker/pellet grill type of stuff. I got 99 problems with that, and 98 of them are my wife who thinks there is already too much out on the deck and more should go in the garage...or worse. Thanks for the replies.
After swapping my griddle and grates a couple of times, I’m thinking about this as my bday gift lol
Its actually really nice. And if you need all griddle or all grill you still have that option.
this really interests me. I live in Canada, and that lid, looks good for our climate and the flexibility of the 3/4 grill look terrific.
Can the flame tamers just be left in all the time, even under the griddle?
Mine is all setup, your videos were helpful. I wished they were made in USA vs China but that business. Looking forward to grilling in griddling.
That looks like a real nice unit!
It really is. I use it all the time.
If I were to buy a griddle in the the future. I’d have to find a place that has the BlackStone, Flatrock and this so I could see and compare.
I was about 98% on the Flatrock tho I’m a big believer in the Black stone. But this new Primate griddle is intriguing.
Now that's cool. I like the options presented here.
It is pretty cool. I like not having to switch it out.
How is the grill holding up? How about the griddle and cooking grates? Any rust?
Mine is 3 years old (today is 9/24/2034) and the bottom of the firebox rusted out. Ended up making a new one from stainless (304and 18ga as opposed to 22ga) all slotted and bent to the original specs. Too bad the company didn't think of this "flaw". Otherwise I'm happy with mine but I do believe this company is over rated. Made the 2/3 and a 1/3 griddle as well and saved a lot then buying one. Plus a lot lighter. That full griddle is a tough one to handle...haha. They did bring the price down a bit since being acquired by AOB.
I think you just sold me on this grill
I still use mine every day.
fits any brand name 30" grills
So I've been eyeballing this grill for over a year and did my homework and found out this grill rises to the top based I live in the northeast a lot of snow and the stainless steel is definitely a benefit, I replace a grill about typically every 5 years due to corrosion and rust. Being the grill grill is 100% stainless steel, That takes that out of the equation I also thought about the 2/3 griddle because I don't always want a full griddle I like the option of having a burner open. My question to you is this I wish they had 2 more options 1, a warming rack but I think due to the design of the lid there's not enough space for that space for that and a light. I'm going to wait one more year to see if gorilla grill adds the warming rack and then pull the trigger meanwhile my current grill will stay in use for at least 1 more season and then I will question pulling the trigger on this $1200 set up.
11months almost a year🎉
Could you season the 2/3 griddle in the oven? If so, how?
Awesome Accessory!
Thank you sir.
Great video, this 2/3 griddle seems like the best setup. I’m looking at that large 1”+ gap to the burners below along the front of the griddle. Does that blast your wrist with heat as your tending to the items on the griddle?
Not really at that location. But the griddle itself will get really hot if you close the lid down. Sometime I let it get too hot and have to turn the burners to low just to be able to stand it.
Is it me or does it look like the grease slot doesn’t line up well with the tray to catch drippings?
Be great to do a update and review on your purchase..how's its quality
It's amazing, mines was delivered yesterday probably one of the best backyard investments yet.
How’s the grille holding up? Build good?
Really good build. I have used it several times a week since I put this video up. Just needs a good cleaning right now.
the hole for grease and scrapings does not look like it aligns with the grill. Having used it for a while now, have you noticed any issues with grease and scraps falling into the flames & drip tray?
Never had an issue. My grease trap fills up just like it’s supposed to.
Changing back and forth does seem a bit of work, so this looks like a great option.
It is. Thanks for checking it out.
Thank you!
Very nice 👍
I clicked the link for the griddle and got an error. I searched the site and didn’t see a griddle?
store.grillagrills.com/products/2-3-griddle-for-primate
That’s really weird I will check it out.
This is what we've all been waiting for! Love the Primate, but that griddle is heavy and sometimes you want to use both. This will solve that problem, though there is still the storage issue.
I oiled my big griddle up and placed parchment paper on it. Into the garage it went. Will break it out when I need more room.
@@TheHollarBBQ I guess I'm just referring the relatively little storage space in the Primate in general. This new setup will work great for certain things, but it's not like I'll be able to leave that configuration. I need more grilling space most of the time, and one grate simply won't work. With the unit off, I simply set the griddle on top of the grates and close the lid for storage, then move it out of the way to use the grill, or vice versa...set the grates off to the side to use the griddle. I just wish there was room to store the griddle within the unit itself.
Or...to make a long story even longer...are you telling me that the 2/3 griddle will store in the unit cabinets?
@@mph7282 I have not tried that yet. I dont think it will fit. I do store the grill grates down there when not in use. I think grilla needs to make a new cabinet for storage. Or I just build something.
@@TheHollarBBQ I would love to have a separate storage unit for all my grilling/griddling/smoker/pellet grill type of stuff. I got 99 problems with that, and 98 of them are my wife who thinks there is already too much out on the deck and more should go in the garage...or worse. Thanks for the replies.
Any update on this?
Still working just fine. This is the way I have used it ever since I did thi video.
Uncle Kevin this is Maggie
Hi,I sent you an email and look forward to your reply.😊
I Can See Getting The Hair Scorched Off Your Arms Everytime You Reach Over The Griddle
I love you