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3/25/2012

Bayou Classic 1175 30-Quart Stainless Steel Turkey Fryer Kit with Perforated Basket Review

Bayou Classic 1175 30-Quart Stainless Steel Turkey Fryer Kit with Perforated Basket
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Bought this unit primarily for brewing beer; the turkey fryer parts are a bonus for me. The burner delivers a lot of heat to the pot, and there is plenty of regulation available for the burner. However, I'm disappointed in the thinness of the pot material as I hoped for a more sturdy pot. Some apparent tousling during shipment caused a significant dent in the pot, but I was able to pop it out. Bottom line, though, this is a terrific value, about 40% lower than if I had purchased all components separately.

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Bayou Classic Stainless Steel Cookware is the premium choice for those who demand the highest quality products for their outdoor cooking needs.The 30-Quart polished Stainless Steel Stockpot allows you to fry a whole turkey in as little as 45 minutes.With the included Skewer Set, this item transforms into a Gourmet Chicken Fryer, making it possible to fry 3 chickens in 20 minutes!The Stainless Perforated Basket is perfect for boiling seafood, crawfish, clams, and vegetables.

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3/08/2012

King Kooker 30-qt. Pot with Spigot and Turkey Rack Review

King Kooker 30-qt. Pot with Spigot and Turkey Rack
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So it's a 30 qt pot. Not much to it. Should be fine right?
I use it about twice a month to heat 4 gallons of water to 170 degrees F. It has a Turkey Rack so clearly it was ment to fry turkeys in extremly hot oil.
Back to the point I was heating water the freak'n spigot broke off! Yeah! This is probably the 35th time I've used it. As pointed out above I have only heated water in it and not even to boiling.
Spilling several gallons of 170 degree water was a mess, but can you imagine if I had been using it to fry turkeys! This could have been deadly.
Definitly DO NOT get this pot.

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King Kooker 30 - Quart Aluminum Stock Pot. For everything from deep - frying to making savory soups! Cook up a delicious bird without slaving over the oven! Turkeys and chickens fry quick, stay moist and taste like heaven when done right... and this Package gets you there! Comes with a large 30-quart, aluminum pot that can cook up to a 16-lb. bird! Includes the rack and lifting hook for safe insertion and removal from the oil. You'll have friends and family raving about your feast! Don't delay! The rundown: Has lid so oil doesn't spray; Durable, long-lasting and easy-to-clean stainless steel construction on all pieces; 2 side handles for stable transport; Comes with deep fry thermometer; 1-year manufacturer's warranty.; Order yours right now! King Kooker 30-Quart Aluminum Stock Pot

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2/18/2012

Bayou Classic DB375, Double Burner with Folding Side Shelves Review

Bayou Classic DB375, Double Burner with Folding Side Shelves
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I purchased this unit for homebrewing. For the first 30 minutes, this thing rocked. I turned it off to add some ingredients, and now it putters out a flame. If I turn on both burners, it pretty much stops working because the flames go out. I have been working for 55 minutes to bring 5 gallons of liquid to a boil. I am at 190F. I will up the stars if Bayou Classic is able to correct the problem, but for now I am less than impressed.
--UPDATE: 5/5 ---
I called Bayou Classic to receive a new regulator. The person on the phone was very friendly and said one would ship right away. It has been more than two weeks and I am still waiting. I called the 800 number and was sent to a voice message instructing me to call another number. I have had this product almost 30 days without a sucessful use. I might just ship it back.
--UPDATE: 5/22 ---
I finally spoke to someone at Bayou Classic two weeks ago. I was told the regulators had just come in and one would ship the next day. I am still waiting for my part. I have been trying to reach Bayou Classic via phone all morning, and I only get a busy signal. I would not recommend buying the company's product. The people seemed friendly, but the company has failed to deliver a replacement part within 6 weeks.
Amazon customer service was nice enough to send me a replacement burner. As always, I think Amazon customer service is great, but I am still not impressed with Bayou Classic. I would not buy its products again.
--UPDATE: 5/29 ---
This really needs to be a 1 star review. I received my replacement unit and tested it. The gas line had a leak in it. So you are not surprised, it says Made in China. The regulators Bayou Classic received from the manufacturer are bad. If you've read this far, I should note that I still have yet to receive my replacement gas regulator from the company after 6 weeks. Amazon is refunding me because this product is junk. Do not buy Bayou Classic!
--Update: 6/8 --
In doing my best to be fair, I received the replacement regulator today. It's too bad I shipped the product back for a refund 10 days ago. I wish Bayou International would have just said there was a backlog on this item the times I called. Although, nearly 8 weeks is a pretty long time to wait for a replacement part.

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A revolution in outdoor cooking far surpassing the same tired backyard grill.(Turns most men into outdoor chefs!)This unit offers the widest range of cooking options operating from a bare simmer to a blast flame.The innovative use of the windscreen as the supporting structure increases the strength.Locking extension legs and slide and lock side shelves result in the ultimate outdoor stove!Side shelves also slide over burners for storage and weather protection.

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2/14/2012

Outdoor Gourmet 30 Quart Professional Grade Ultimate Outdoor Cooking Set, Stainless Steel Review

Outdoor Gourmet 30 Quart Professional Grade Ultimate Outdoor Cooking Set, Stainless Steel
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After assembling the cook, the hose attachment would not attach to the burner assembly, I had to use a tap set on the burner to get it connected. The SS pots are thinner than I had thought. But the cooker cooks really well. The price (on sale) was reasonable compared to the other brands with SS pots. If you can find another brand around this price ( with SS pots )I would definitely consider it for the pots. As far as the propane burner goes it's fairly descent and except for the problem I mention earlier, I would recommend it.

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Includes Revolution Burner with hose and regulator, 30 quart heavy-duty stainless steel pot, Stainless steel lid, Stainless steel boiling basket, 10. 5 quart stainless steel pot and basket, Poultry stand, Lift hook, 12 inch AccuZone thermometer and Marinade injector. For Outdoor Use Only!

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2/06/2012

Bayou Classic BG14 Banjo Burner 10 in. x 10 in. Review

Bayou Classic BG14 Banjo Burner 10 in. x 10 in.
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Since this has a fairly specific use, I'm going to assume you are building a brew sculpture or making some type of beer burner (like I was). The previous reviews are right on. It had a few castings still in the burner holes, but I was easily able to knock them out with a small screwdriver that fit in the hole.
The other thing to mention is it has four mounting bolts and they are NOT square. So mounting it took a little bit of 'widening' the mounting holes I had made.
The other thing is, this could double as an anchor. It is super heavy, but not likely to break which seems good. It came with an orifice and one mounted, then hooked to my 30lb regulator it put off enough heat during testing to remove my eyebrows! Awesome! I can't wait to actually use it during a boil.
As for noise, it was VERY quiet compared to hurricane burners that I have been using. I was pleasantly surprised and plan to be able to hear music while brewing again.
All in all, I would/will buy another one. Though, if there were another game in town on this, I would probably try them. Since there is not.... oh well.


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2/04/2012

King Kooker 30-Quart Stainless Steel Turkey Pot Package Review

King Kooker 30-Quart Stainless Steel Turkey Pot Package
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I bought this pot for homebrewing. It is certainly adequate for that purpose, but there are some things I wish I had known ahead of time. First, the bottom of this pot is "raised" (not flat), making it unsuitable for use on an electric stove. Second, the pot is much taller than it is wide, which helps with boil-overs, but makes it a bit awkward to handle, especially for things like lifting into an ice-filled sink, or pouring the wort into the fermenter.
It gets the job done, but now that I've used it a few times, I don't think I'd recommend it as a brewpot.
(Also, the lid is not as-pictured. It's cheaper than the one shown here.)

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Stainless Steel 30 Qt. Turkey Pot/Lifting Rack/Lifting Hook, Deep Fry Thermometer.

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1/26/2012

20 QT STAINLESS STEEL STOCK POT W/ LID (COMMERCIAL GRADE NSF) Review

20 QT STAINLESS STEEL STOCK POT W/ LID (COMMERCIAL GRADE NSF)
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Gorgeous sturdy pot! Exactly what I was looking for and what I got. Nice and roomy for all my cooking stuffs and Lord knows I like that. Its also not heavy, but it's sturdy and not cheap! Lid fits nicely to form a clean seal. I have made many a nice meal in it, including Spicy Sicilian Chicken which requires a full 5lb chicken among many other things and that was no match for my lovely new pot!
Clean up is a so easy, no stains, the pot literally wipes right up! I use my pot on my Ceramic stove top and it really is perfect for it. It fits nicely on the burner. I love that it is stainless steel so as not to mess up my foods tastes or leach any harmful chemicals into my foods!
I feel this is the best bargain for a pot in this category! Its an awesome pot that anyone would be proud to own. Use, then store or display, it looks nice on my ceramic stove top and functions perfectly. Couldn't ask for better.
Do be aware of your dimensions regarding clearance from your stove top to whatever maybe above your stove, your microwave, range hood or kitchen cabinets. We have a microwave above our kitchen stove top and although the clearance is plenty fine, when removing the lid I still banged into the microwave's base of the door a couple times.

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1/25/2012

King Kooker KK60S 60-Quart Stainless Steel Boiling Pot Review

King Kooker KK60S 60-Quart Stainless Steel Boiling Pot
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Got it quick - Nice item even with the slight dent in the bottom apparently caused during shipping/handling.

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Pick your favorites: shrimp, crawfish, crabs, lobsters. This 60-quart boiling pot cooks them all--possibly at once. A recessed lid seals in moisture for tender seafood, poultry, veggies, and more. A punched stainless steel basket makes it easy to transport prepped foods to and from the pot. Made from heavy duty stainless steel for easy cleaning, extra corrosion resistance and reliability, this King Kooker boiling pot is also equipped with sturdy side handles that ensure easy maneuvering. The punched basket is equipped with a heavy duty lift ring that'll stand up to years of use. How many do you need to feed? King Kooker offers outdoor pots and cookers to cook up any size feast.
Backed by a limited one-year manufacturer warranty, the purchase is as much a cooking school as it is a cooking product. The King Kooker instruction/recipe booklet includes assembly instructions, use and care tips, and applicable tips for deep fried turkey, injecting techniques, as well as recipes that can be used with a King Kooker's wide variety of pots and cook sets, such as preparation steps for boiled, steamed and blackened seafood, Dutch Oven Jambalaya, fried chicken, onion rings, mushrooms, wings, and more.

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1/21/2012

King Kooker 80-Quart Stainless Steel Boiling Pot Review

King Kooker 80-Quart Stainless Steel Boiling Pot
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I ordered the pot for a craw fish boil this weekend. I received the item on time, but the pot was not very well made. The strainer handle broke off when I attempted to lift the first batch of craw fish from the boiling water. Also, the rivets on the lid handle do not appear to be finished (they were just punched straight through) and look to be the next piece that breaks.
Amazon also does not give you the option to contact this seller. Very disappointing.

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Pick your favorites: shrimp, crawfish, crabs, lobsters. This boiling pot cooks them all. A recessed lid seals in moisture for tender seafood, poultry, veggies, and more. A punched stainless steel basket makes it easy to transport prepped foods to and from the pot. Made from heavy duty stainless steel for extra corrosion resistance and reliability, this King Kooker boiling pot is also equipped with sturdy side handles that ensure easy maneuvering. The punched stainless steel basket is equipped with a heavy duty lift ring that'll stand up to years of use. How many do you need to feed? King Kooker offers outdoor pots and cookers to cook up any size feast.
Backed by a limited one-year manufacturer warranty, the purchase is as much a cooking school as it is a cooking product. The King Kooker instruction/recipe booklet includes assembly instructions, use and care tips, and applicable tips for deep fried turkey, injecting techniques, as well as recipes that can be used with a King Kooker's wide variety of pots and cook sets, such as preparation steps for boiled, steamed and blackened seafood, Dutch Oven Jambalaya, fried chicken, onion rings, mushrooms, wings, and more.

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1/19/2012

Masterbuilt MB10 Outdoor LP Gas Turkey Fryer Review

Masterbuilt MB10 Outdoor LP Gas Turkey Fryer
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I needed a fish fryer. This looked like a fish fryer, but was labeled a Turkey Fryer. I bought it anyway. This is definitely a small item fryer or a fish fryer. NOT a turkey fryer. It even says right on the box: NOT FOR TURKEYS. So, how is it as a fryer? It does the trick. Nothing special. The instructions are very confusing and difficult to follow. They are for two different fryers. The metal ring at the bottom that came with my fryer must be for the other model. The holes to screw it in would not align. Since I needed this item for a party, I used it anyway and just put the ring inside for support of the legs. If I had bought this locally, I would have returned it for those reasons.

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1/16/2012

Camp Chef SH-140L High Pressure Single Burner Cooker with Detachable legs and Clover Leaf Surface, Black Review

Camp Chef SH-140L High Pressure Single Burner Cooker with Detachable legs and Clover Leaf Surface, Black
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The Product features on Amazon listing says it is a 75000 BTU/hr burner.
The box the product came in says it is a 60000 BTU/hr burner.

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The Camp Chef SH-140L Maximum cast single burner cooker provides a wide range of cooking options.The 75,000 total BTU/hr provides high power for fast efficient cooking, while the drum-style burner offers centralized heat distribution for even cooking.The large, cloverleaf cooking surface is great for all types of indoor and outdoor cookware.

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1/08/2012

Brinkmann 815-3680-S All-Purpose Gas Cooker and Fryer with Pan and Basket Set, Black Review

Brinkmann 815-3680-S All-Purpose Gas Cooker and Fryer with Pan and Basket Set, Black
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If your looking for something to fry fish in you can't go wrong with this one. The frame is welded and very sturdy. Some very minor assembly to attatch burner to frame and unit is ready to use. Really like mine and recommend it to anyone looing for a deep fryer.

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Great for camping, picnics, and cookouts at the beach, this powerful outdoor gas cooker and fryer provides a 170,000-BTU heating capacity and a fully adjustable high/low burner for precise flame control. Its UL-listed high-pressure regulator comes with a 3-foot hose, and the unit's overall lightweight design at just 26 pounds makes it exceptionally portable. The durably built cooker also features heavy-gauge steel construction with welded U-shaped legs and a raised rim for pan stability. Accessories include a 2-gallon heavy-gauge aluminum pan with a hang tab to hold the nickel-plated strainer basket for draining. A propane tank must be purchased separately. The all-purpose gas cooker and fryer measures 15 by 15 by 21 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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1/07/2012

Bayou Classic 1114 Single Burner Square Patio Stove Review

Bayou Classic 1114 Single Burner Square Patio Stove
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The product itself is ok. I had a problem with an order and the company was completely unresponsive. They didn't return phone calls or emails.
As long as everything you order is ok then fine. If you have an issue then don't depend on Bayou Classic fixing it. This is a ma and pop outfit and they don't have the resources to handle the volume of business they are doing.
Buyer beware!

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1/05/2012

9 Inch Tamale Steamer Platform Review

9 Inch Tamale Steamer Platform
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This stand works great inside the pot I use for steaming tamales. It is made of a nice quality aluminum and the holes are enough and spaced well to allow even steaming.

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Great accessory for steaming everything from Tamales to vegetables.This heavy duty steamer fits in stock pots with 10 inch diameter.Easy clean up, dishwasher safe.Great for home or professional use.

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1/02/2012

Bayou Classic 1000 100-Qt. Aluminum Stockpot with Boil Basket Review

Bayou Classic 1000 100-Qt. Aluminum Stockpot with Boil Basket
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This is an excellent pot for crawfish or other seafood boils! The aluminum is thick and sturdy, and the handles are heavy duty. I am not worried at all about it handling a full load of water and seafood! I'm trying it out in a few weeks when it gets warmer, but I can tell already that it will get the job done (I've done quite a few crawfish boils before and have seen inferior pots).
I would prefer it if the boil basket were slightly higher, but you don't really want to overfill the pot anyway, so it's a good precaution.
In terms of what it will hold, it should cook up to 60 lbs of seafood, along with corn, potatoes, and sausage, in one batch!

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This Commercial Strength Aluminum Stockpot features a Vented Lid, Heavy Duty Riveted Handles, and a Perforated Basket.Use basket to boil seafood, clams, and vegetables.Perfect for crawfish and shrimp boils!

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12/30/2011

7.5 (30 Qt) Gallon Stainless Steel Stock Pot with Lid Review

7.5 (30 Qt) Gallon Stainless Steel Stock Pot with Lid
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It's a good size and shape for home brewing, but not a very heavy gauge steel. It weighs about 6 lbs. and has a "brushed" finish like you see in a stainless steel sink as opposed to shiny like silverware. The dimensions in the product description are inaccurate; it's approx. 13.5" wide x 13" tall (not counting the lid).
If you're looking to economize, this is a good choice. I'm sure it will work fine. If you can spare a little more, I'd go with something heavier gauge.

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7.5 gallon stainless steel kettle with lid. This is the perfect size for extract brewing and intermediate brewing and is made of heavier and thicker stainless steel than most smaller stock pots. Plus, receive a gift certificate for 50% off Learn To Brew's Recipe Formulation Computer Program with the purchase of this stock pot. This computer program will allow you to take creativity into your own hands and help you design beer sure to impress any enthusiast.

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