I have enjoyed having mine because its SO dang versatile. I can do anything I want to do even without the
fire box owing to the slightly long interior. And by long I mean a racks of ribs cover the distance of three
grates and leaves the fourth grate open to remove and build the fire under and tend to the smoke wood or
add new coals. It's almost the perfect backyard grill dimensions.
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Mike, suggest going with either Mark or Brad's recommendation. I have the same Char-Griller and it works like a charm. My BIL has the weber and it's better built. Both solid performers. I was in Lowe's yesterday and they have a bunch of stuff 20-per-cent off. May be worth a look. Agree on the chimney recommendation - it's key. So is good charcoal. Oh, and patience, which I'm still learning.
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