Thermometer

Frist of Chris, Welcome to thhe Forum! There have been many discussions on thermometers. Do a search and be your own judge.

Myself, I prefer the Taylor brand, many others use Maverick. Poulder seems to be the one to stay away from but again, you be the judge. Here's a linkto one of the discussion threads you'll find doing a search. I think you'll find it interesting.

Thanks a lot! I'm sure I'll be spending a lot of time here in the future. I've been trying to figure out everything on my own because I'd never come across this forum. Sorry to repeat a question, I'll familiarize myself with the search feature.

Thanks again.

Don't worry about repeating a question. Kathy

Does anyone know what stores sell the Taylor remote thermometers? Any recommendations on models?

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Originally posted by brown1647:
[qb] Does anyone know what stores sell the Taylor remote thermometers? Any recommendations on models? [/qb]

I've used a Taylor digital remote for the past couple of years with solid results. Accurate and the base unit holds up well in lousy weather. It has pre-set temps or you can program in your desired temp (which is what I do exclusively). Don't know any retail stores that carry them, but the model (#1474) I got can be purchased from Amazon.

I like the Maverick ET-73.

Chris, I have bought some from Target stores Weber web site and Walmart. Most of them are made in China and are basicly the same. I have had 3 polders (dual sensor)and have yet had one to last more than 3 cooks. The polder instructions say to not leave them in the smoker for the whole cook??
Here is a WEB site for Theremometers etc.

http://www.alliedkenco.com/thermometer.htm

Ray

If you can't find a Taylor,go to Linens & Things,or Bed,Bath,and buy Pyrex.

Wallyworld will have something.

About $15.

Don't overthink this.

I gave up on the Maverick ET-73 and went to Taylor remote. $30. Maverick has great customer service, but after 3 probes I just bagged it.

We havent had any trouble with our maverick.We don't smoke every week but have probably used it 12 times or so

The taylor model from Target is great, inexpensive and durable. The first few smokes I have done, it has sat outside in the rain and snow overnight and it works like a champ.

I found a thermometer with remote online at Circuit City. This is the link:

http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd/productDetail.do?oid=100605&WT.mc_n=26364&WT.mc_t=U&cm_ven=EMAIL&cm_cat=CIRCUITCITY.COM&cm_pla=EMA_SHIPPING_NOTIFICATION->S2%20-%20PR ODUCT%20SPOT&cm_ite=12694%20PRODUCT%20PURCHASED&cm_keycode=26364

If that doesn't work..... try a google search on:

NexxTech� Remote Barbeque Thermometer (631-3011)

This is a Chinese product costing $16 (I bought two because the shipping was free for shipments over $25). Circuit City sells a bunch of products labeled NexxTech. I currently own an electronic scale manufactured by them. Also I am in the Fort Worth area and we did not have the thermometer at the local stores when I inquired via online. But they did have the electronis scale.

I will provide more details on this thermometer after I use it a few more times.

One more thing.....I have also seen this thermometer marketed under the name Oregon Scientific.

Have used this one for 3 years and love it. Bought at radio shack first time they don't carry anymore so bought one through Amazon last week. Only thing to watch is I thought my old one died but just needed to be reset. Bottom of both units is a reset button. Not sure why I needed to reset but did and works fine. Also am able to use both at same time with no interference.

ICSmoke

Sorry should have included which one I was refering to, I am using the one that Tony shows in his link. The other nice thing is the end that plugs into the sending unit is straight and not a 90 so it goes right through the vent hole no problem. Doing a brisket tomorrow after work for Saturday.

ICSmoke

I have had several digitals and have 4 remote types that will get you in the ballgame, but the last say is a new one I have now--from Thermoworks--Thermopen Best investment I've made in along time. $75.00 but worth the money for sure.

That is great to know....i will remember that reset button. I had often heard that the part that normally fails is the probe itself. Other links I have read refer to making sure that there is a good seal where the probe and the wire meet.