Polder

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Ok, so I know from searches that theere has been a lot of discussion about the best thermometer (polder, Maverick, and taylor). It seems like that the polder can give folks problems, but there is a cure (literally) as described by Tom in this post:
http://forum.cookshack.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/289102888...621088883#7621088883

I'm wondering how many folks have used this method for a polder and had success? The reason I ask is I have a gift certificate for Amazon and was thinking about picking up a Polder duel thermometer ($25). If it hasn't worked, I'm willing to throw down an extra $25 for the maverick.
thanks!

8/9/068:17 AM

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Moisture in the probe is a problem you'll encounter with any remote probe. And the boil-in-oil fix works with any of them.

8/9/068:47 AM

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rt64Member

Buckeye,
I have not tried the oven method, but have done the boil in oil method w/polder dual probe. It didn't last but 1/2 of a smoke. I also sent 2 complete units back (listing them as defective) and received new replacements. I finally gave up on the polder dual sensor & use my Mavericks. At least they're dependable. I Check oven temp periodacally through the top hole w/an instant read to verify tstat is doing it's job.

RT

8/9/0611:37 AM

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Just picked up a new remote probe yesterday made by Sunbeam. The probe near the stainless end was covered in an oven proof plastic sleeve about 1/2 inch long to prevent water from entering. It's guaranteed for LIFE.......not bad for 12 bucks!!!

dan

8/9/0611:49 AM

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Former Member

I like my Maverick...went through a number of Polders before I finally went to it...

As long as we are talking temps, another thing you may want to consider, and not just cause it is a pretty cool toy, is the thermapen. Awesome tool. My wife got me one recently, and I freaking love it. Obviously not to be used like an in the pit temp probe, but you can quick temp any food and have an accurate reading in about 3 seconds!

8/9/061:41 PM

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taktezTo err is human, to smoke is divine.

I'd like to take the liberty of quoting our resident BBQ expert and all around good guy Tom on the issue of remote thermometers.

"Go to any big box store and buy the most economical thermo they've got. They're all made by the same Chinese prisoners."

Good advice.

8/9/069:51 PM

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