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Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« on: October 09, 2016, 05:46:55 pm »
Hey all,
I'm having my new 2351 plumbed for a gas barbecue grill.
Looking for recommendations.

Thanks,
Dave 

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Re: Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« Reply #1 on: October 09, 2016, 06:00:58 pm »
The Weber 'Q' series gets lots of good reviews.  Weber is top of the line as far as grills go so they might be pricier than other brands.  We have had full sizes Webers for over 30 years with good success.

My concern would be where are you going to stow it?  You might want to figure that out before deciding on which grill, just to make sure what you want will fit.

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Re: Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2016, 08:14:04 pm »
We used the Weber Q, worked great. Kept it in a wheeled Weber Baby Q Duffle Bag, stored it in our small SUV tow car. Still using the grill, but since we sold our PC, still have Duffle Bag, stored uselessly in our basement: https://www.bbqsandoutdoor.com.au/product/weber-baby-q-duffle-bag-1000-series/ Like to sell if anyone is interested.
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Re: Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« Reply #3 on: October 10, 2016, 07:17:46 am »
Well, I've been using my BBQ during trips for a while now and can say that it's a really nice piece of equipment.  It is a Magma model a10-603 w/optional Magma LPG hose kit model a10-225 and type 3 regulator.  This is the RV model with flip out legs, not the boat model with boat mounts.  It is high quality stainless steel, but light and easy to clean. It weighs about 15.5 lbs and is 22.6"x14.8"x13.3".  The grill surface is 9"x18".  The size may look to be too small for some folks, but it is a bit deceptive.   It puts out lots of heat and I have had no problems with moderate wind so far.

I also purchased the carry/storage bag, and I have to say that it is well oversized.  You can also store utensils, hoses and regulators (LP bottles too) in it.  The BBQ and hoses with storage bag fit nicely in the top shelf of the rear passenger side storage compartment.  Without the bag, it takes up lots less space.

I paid about $160 for the BBQ alone on Amazon, but it is also available at Sears, Camping World, etc.  Highly recommended!

I've also used the grill mats that you can get from QVC or Amazon.  They can be cut to size and they're reversible, reusable and washable.  What I like is that it keeps the grill cleaner, grill marks still come through and you can easily grill small or thin things like veggies.

The gas line on our PC is on the regulated side, so a BBQ with its own pressure regulator may choke the gas down too much.  We got the type 3 regulator from Magma which is actually a control valve for low pressure.  A type 1 regulator allows you to use those little canisters.  Here's the link to the actual site where you can read about it, and the link to the manual is on the right side of the page

http://www.magmaproducts.com/Products/Marine_Products/Gas_Barbeque_2/Adventurer_Series/A10-603/a10-603.html

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Re: Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« Reply #4 on: October 10, 2016, 08:15:56 am »
Storage was my main concern.
This grill has been dependable and great for 2 persons. Fits in small outdoor compartment with my power cords and water hose.

http://www.coleman.com/camp-propane-grillstove/2000020929.html?cgid=coleman-stovesandgrills-grills#start=6

Only $80 including shipping direct from Coleman.

Make sure you supply high pressure Propane before the RV regulator or you limit your options.
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Re: Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« Reply #5 on: October 10, 2016, 04:36:14 pm »
We bought the same grill as Mike (PAX) on his suggestion and John loves it. We purchased the wrong regulator kit first and had to get the low pressure one so we could connect to the low pressure quick connect that Phoenix installs. While we like the grill, it does take a lot of space in our bin and we don't need that large of a surface most of the time. We hated the clean up until we bought the grill mats and now it's super easy.

I have been coveting Bill Golden's beloved grill, the CADAC Safari, https://smile.amazon.com/CADAC-Safari-Chef-Lightweight-Gas/dp/B002JTQ25W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1476130935&sr=8-1&keywords=cadac+safari but it has to run on canisters as it has a high pressure regulator. I found that CADAC makes a low pressure model of this grill https://smile.amazon.com/CADAC-Safari-Chef-Lightweight-Gas/dp/B002JTQ25W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1476130935&sr=8-1&keywords=cadac+safari but for now the shipping to the United States is prohibitive so I'm watching and waiting. It has numerous cook surfaces so it would be more versatile than the straight up grill that we now have. Everything nests so it is compact.

The best grill for you will be the one that fits the way you like to cook and that you use on a regular basis. Just another thing that is different for everyone.

I've also seen work-arounds on the internet where people have changed the fittings on Coleman grills to make them work on a low pressure line but I was not comfortable with playing with the gas fittings so we are sticking with those already built to work that way.
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Re: Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« Reply #6 on: October 11, 2016, 09:23:32 am »
The Webber Baby Q fits nicely in the back large compartment.  As has been stated here you must remove the regulator on the Q and replace it with a quick disconnect male adapter to allow it to work on the set up that PC will supply, you will need and extension hose that will have one male and one female quick disconnect on either end.  Federal law does not permit the manufacturer from running any LP lines pre regulator from the tank.  I suppose you could do such yourself but there is a very strong case as to why the law was put in place...safety!  best of luck.
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Re: Barbecue Grill suggestions when plumbed for gas
« Reply #7 on: October 15, 2016, 01:14:31 am »
I've always been more of a fan of charcoal for the high heat and for the fact that I can place it downwind of the tent (or currently Roadtrek), in the shade, or near a campground table if a permanent grill wasn't already provided.  With a portable gas grill, you of course have the same options; tethered by a hose to your RV you do not.  Depending on where one camps, the issue of being forced to cook at the rear of some teardrop trailers is enough to drive some to also pick up a portable camp stove for more flexibility.  Bigger RVs with outdoor grills that fold out or swing out and a separate portable unit would provide the ultimate flexibility but for the rest of us with less room, we just have to pick one or the other.  I suppose a gas grill with both a tank and hose for hookup to the RV would work well.  Just remember to transport and secure tanks upright in a ventilated compartment.
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