Hello from Spokane Valley,WA - BBQ100 Serial number 777

[sharkyron]

Hello all, just joined the forum, but I have owned a BBQ100 since approximately 2010. Thought I would share some photos of what I have. I converted this from a single switch to a High/Med/Smoke switch.

I think it maybe one of the most preserved items that anyone has ever seen. I repainted the base in 2021 with a high temp rust-oleum paint after sanding to ensure it was ready. Every time I use it, I vacuum out the base and always use a drip pan to keep the base from rusting

I had a friend who was relocating to Florida when he retired for the 2nd time, he was downsizing and gave me his first retirement gift. Didn't want to overload with pictures but giving a few, can provide more if asked.

 

[sharkyron]

meant to add, this is still in use, see the 3.5 lb brisket that I smoked today

 

[sharkyron]

here is the end result

 

[Manannan]

Very impressive, bet today's models won't have the longevity of yours however well they are looked after?

Welcome to the forum.

 

[primeone]

Wow, that's awesome to see! Thanks for sharing all the photos and welcome to the forum!

Maybe we need to add a vintage Traeger section on here.....

 

[RustyJake]

Maybe we need to add a vintage Traeger section on here.....

You are meaning for the actual smoker....not the owner/cook, right?...lol

 

[primeone]

You are meaning for the actual smoker....not the owner/cook, right?...lol

Maybe two new sections then...

 

[sharkyron]

I just wonder how many of these old grills are left, can't quite call it a smoker if you go by the owner's manual name.

 

[Texwolfe]

Nice story and photos. My BBQ400 is from 2013 when We moved into an over 55 community. Given that I was 69 at the time, I qualified. With the replacement controller due in late this week, I will have replaced pretty much all of the components. Sure hope it keeps doing its job - best grill/smoker ever imo.

 

[sharkyron]

Luckily, I haven't needed to do much to the unit. I do have an extra auger motor that the previous owner gave me. That would be the only thing that would really go out or the fan.

Thanks all, keep on grilling/smoking

 

[Shawnbbqman]

Hello all, just joined the forum, but I have owned a BBQ100 since approximately 2010. Thought I would share some photos of what I have. I converted this from a single switch to a High/Med/Smoke switch.

I think it maybe one of the most preserved items that anyone has ever seen. I repainted the base in 2021 with a high temp rust-oleum paint after sanding to ensure it was ready. Every time I use it, I vacuum out the base and always use a drip pan to keep the base from rusting

I had a friend who was relocating to Florida when he retired for the 2nd time, he was downsizing and gave me his first retirement gift. Didn't want to overload with pictures but giving a few, can provide more if asked.

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Are you interested in the smoker box for it?

 

[sharkyron]

interesting box, however, I am good, it is cool that it is the right color combination.