AmeriQue Weather Tolerance

Former Member

Hi All,

I don't post often but have been here since 2001. I am ready to add another unit to my inventory. I am basicly sold on an AmeriQue to go with my model 50. I LOVE my 50 and will keep it till it dies. However, I am concerned about the electronics on the new AQ. My 50 has been outside, uncovered in all sorts of SoCal weather for five years. I love this about it. I am concerend that the AQ might not hold up as well. I am also considering the FEC 100. It is a lot more appears to be more weather worthy. Am I worrying for nothing? I searched and found some posts on this but would like to get some new info..

8/20/0611:36 PM

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Former Member

Another quick question that I have not been able to find yet on the CS site, what is the max temp of the AQ?

8/20/0611:59 PM

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Former Member

Hi Zedd. Long time no see.

AmeriQue max temp is 300. Very apealling to a yardbird freak like me.

You are not alone in regards to weather worries and the AmeriQue. Also, it is still kinda new. Sorta like the first year models of vehicles.

8/21/0612:20 AM

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I kept a 150 outside for over 3 years and it has advanced electronics. The only thing I would suggest is DEFINITELY order the cover. It's heavy duty and works perfect.

8/21/0611:44 AM

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Former Member

Thanks for the replies guys. I think I will be oredering an AQ to go with my model 50 sometime in the next few weeks.

8/22/068:10 PM

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tomMember

My 160 ,with the advanced electronics, has set out in our nightly saltwater storm at the beach in Fl for several years.

I would order the cover.

8/23/067:56 AM

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Former Member

I cover my AQ but the cover could be improved upon. I discussed this suggestion with the Cookshack folks, the cover needs a logo so that you can easily get the orientation right. The rear of the cover is higher to accomadate the control panel. The cover is snug so if you reverse it it won't go on well. It is quite thick and should give all the protection needed.

8/24/064:58 PM

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Former Member

My cover has the CookShack logo on it.

8/24/068:11 PM

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Former Member

Do others have a logo on the AQ cover??

8/24/068:50 PM

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I have the 008 Smokette with cart/stand and the long cover that fits over it all.

GOTCHA!!!