Tried various tips and tricks on the Tube concerning the lighting, modifying and running the Pit Barrel cooker. Finally decided Noah's simple way of lighting is the best. Easy, simple and it works. Also did my last cook on my unmodified PBC (ribs), no temp prob or other teky devices, just a relaxing time not fretting over details. That's what BBQ is all about. I do use one high teck device however....it's the optional wood inlayed 'hook lifter and bottle opener' combo offerred by PBC. I mean, after all, them long necks ain't gonna open all by themselves, right?

@jona5517

3 жыл бұрын

I use the jr and follow the directions to light and also have had no issues so far. It's weird to not have to look at a temperature gauge for the pit temp the whole time like I use to. I light it, put the meat on, and let it do it's thing. I check whatever I'm cooking when close to done time with a thermometer or the bend test with ribs....so easy.

@rocket4602

3 жыл бұрын

@@jona5517 Hello Jon A....I have been thinking if it's worth getting a PBC Jr. to supplement my standard PBC. Thanks for posting your thoughts on your Jr. 👍

@jona5517

3 жыл бұрын

@@rocket4602 it's a great cooker. I think people have temp problems when they don't follow the instructions for setup and lightning and also peeking at the food inside the cooker too much. Just my opinion though.

Love my cooker!!!!!. Runs great. With just about every type of charcoal. Royal oak lump is my favorite.

@markbozarth4409

3 жыл бұрын

You have problem with temp control? I love my pbc but I'm fighting with the temp every time, I get it lit add food but my temp shoots up past 300° and slowly drops under 250°, and under. I have to keep lifting lid to get it up to temp back and fourth, for something that I'm pose to lite and forget it's not working like that for me. Do I need mods or have I been doing something wrong? Within 2hrs my temp under 230° and I have meat/temp prob to monitor my heat.

@lawrencegarcia1370

3 жыл бұрын

Hey buddy...no sir...havent had any issues. It does run hot around 275 to 300. Check vent settings, Charcoal and lightinging instructions. One thing I did was get the ash catcher it brings up the charcoal basket just a touch. I also stopped monitoring temp w my probes..I just let rock...Done 20 lb brisket 8 hrs...still had charcoal left..You should contact the Pitbarrel I hear they have great customer support.

@markbozarth4409

3 жыл бұрын

@@lawrencegarcia1370 I figured out the problem, I called PbC (super nice ppl) and we talked and did as they said came back recalled them per asked and told them the good news- it's the coal I'm using I got a diff small bag and tried it and it worked perfectly

Thanks for the video... I have several bags of Stubb's charcoal I'm going to be using (got on discount at Lowe's) ...I have two concerns with lid/cooking after 12 mins. 1) fire won't be enough and will produce acrid/nasty smoke and/or 2) droppings from say 3-4 chicken halves etc. will nearly knock the fire out. Thoughts? Suggestions?

I'm really struggling to keep the temps below 300 as the cook goes on. Even using just a few lit coals to start lower, it eventually climbs over 300, often pushing 350 degrees. Especially if I have to take the lid off, only for a couple seconds. I'm at 900ft, I keep the intake as closed as I can and even often plug 2 of the vent with foil and I'm struggling. Any suggestions? Oh and I'm cooking in winter 20 degrees ambient temps too... I'd really like to lock down that 270-300 temp for cooking. Temperature creep seems inevitable.

Thanks.

I'm curious how many lbs of charcoal does the basket hold? with briquettes similar to kingsford

Hi You need to add photo for the pit barrel cooker as it's not showing on your KZread videos

I light my chimney with my wok side burner on my barbecue!

When I first got my pit barrel, Kingsford charcoal was recommended, in this video It appears as though you are using B and B charcoal. Is one preferred over the other? Thank you

@pitbarrelcooker

5 жыл бұрын

You can experiment with different charcoal brands and even lump to see what works best for you. Thank you!

Never had that problem follow video, should have way more coals then u need.

Any tips on controlling the temperature? I used my new PBC for the first time yesterday. Couldn’t get it below 310 degrees. At one point I tried plugging the the rod holes with foil but that didn’t work. I wish the vent could close completely.

@joefloyd6606

Жыл бұрын

Use refrigerator magnets and cover two of the rod holes , temp Will drop and magnets will not melt.

What brand of charcoal is that with the “B” on the briqs? Noah’s recommended Kingsford in the past, but this one I don’t recognize.

@pitbarrelcooker

5 жыл бұрын

That is B&B charcoal. Please feel free to contact our office should you have further questions or concerns. Thank you.

@Cleric40

4 жыл бұрын

Pit Barrel Cooker Co approximately how many briquettes for the PBJ? 1/4 is somewhat vague

love this product, but im wondering. We see the Jr. in which I do not have, but i have 2 of the originals. My question is, are we going to see a larger unit? 55 gallon edition ? plz!? lol

@silverpanther69

5 жыл бұрын

that would be awesome .... the King PBC or PBCXL 😃

@pitbarrelcooker

5 жыл бұрын

Anything is possible. We are always looking for more ways to enhance the entire PBC experience. The best way to find out about new products and videos is by subscribing to our newsletter at www.pitbarrelcooker.com. Thank you.

@FireCat4xAZx

5 жыл бұрын

@@pitbarrelcooker been a sub for sometime, really loving this product :)

I need a new fire pit for my PBC! Do you sell them separately?

@rocket4602

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they do. They carry the regular coal basket and the Jr. I bought the Jr. for a custom mini UDS build.

dudes fyi; we live in cocoa beach and i use the charcoil you recommend. when i cracked the vent below at 1/4 inch the grill got way to hot, way too hot. so i have it closed and now i am right where i need to be.

@pitbarrelcooker

5 жыл бұрын

Be sure to only let the charcoal burn for 12 minutes for the lighting time. If you go longer you can start off too hot and the charcoal may exhaust too soon. Never hesitate to contact our office with questions or concerns. You can find more information at www.pitbarrelcooker.com. Thank you and enjoy!

@jona5517

3 жыл бұрын

I live in Tampa and followed the instructions.... I have zero issues....

How does it do with the B&B charcoal?

@pitbarrelcooker

3 жыл бұрын

B&B is excellent. You can find lighting instructions here: pitbarrelcooker.com/pages/instructions

Recently I've had a problem with my coals going out or not lighting due to the moisture of the meat dripping on the coals. I've had mine for over a year and just recently have had this problem. Am I doing something wrong? I use it every weekend.

@johnnysurfsix4976

5 жыл бұрын

sure you have the fire hot enough?

@SmokinDawG

5 жыл бұрын

@@johnnysurfsix4976 yes.

@johnnysurfsix4976

5 жыл бұрын

ask pit barrel

@pitbarrelcooker

5 жыл бұрын

There may be a different variable involved causing the problem. Please feel free to contact our office if it continues and we will be happy to troubleshoot with you. Our contact information can be found at www.pitbarrelcooker.com. Thank you.

@prevost8686

5 жыл бұрын

Kings ford Blue has lousy QC. I try to stay away from it. Sometimes it’ll burn out to nothing way to soon.

Best charcoal for the barrel?

Great choice B&B is better then Kingsford

In your older videos you says or smoking meat to let the coals sit with the lid of for 20 minutes after dumping the chimney coals onto the unlit coals. How come now you are Saying to immediately start smoking meat after dumping chimney coals on to unlit coals?

@pitbarrelcooker

3 жыл бұрын

There are two different lighting methods. One for lower, slower cooking and one for grilling. You can find all the information on our website here: pitbarrelcooker.com/pages/instructions. If you have further questions or concerns, please contact us at 502-228-1222. Thank you.

Briquets?! 🤢