@@thegalleryBBQ what does the fire box mode do? And doesn't the top door button have to be pressed for the unit to come on? Then how can you add a grate on the top of the charcoal box and sear a steak with the door open?
It’s September 15th 2022, pretty much the end of the BBQ season and Walmart is putting a lot of there BBQ’s on clearance. Just picked up the MasterBuilt 800 w/ griddle (display) for $260. I am jacked! Can’t wait to get cooking on this puppy.
That is absolutely ridiculous you lucky dawg! Congrats. I did my 10th cook today with some dino beef ribs, they came out restaurant quality (as usual w/ this baby).
Here are the mods I have: Firebox, Hopper Lid, Damper, Racks, Water Pan, Fan protector slide, Ash bin platform and Drip Pan/Manifold cover. The Hopper Lid and Damper have definitely helped the efficiency of the burn. Water Pan is great but a little bit of a pain to clean. only use water in it. I put some other stuff in it and it caked up. Drip Pan/Manifold is great, makes clean up really easy and has protected the manifold itself a lot. I have two of the Racks but really should've only gotten one as the top rack is really close to the lid. The new fan protector is much better than the original and easier to use. 6 months in with some of these mods and I feel they have enhanced the cooking experience a lot, especially when i put the hopper lid on about 3 months ago. The one I would not get is the Ash bin mod. With the new, better hopper/starter bottom, not a whole of of large chunks fall anymore. I'm glad I got the mods as I think it's helped enhance, at least, the experience of grilling, if not that actual cooking itself.
Excellent detail on how to do the mods. I was a little lost for most of them on what the actual effect of the mod is supposed to do (especially for the hopper mod) - is there an issue with the hopper? I don't own one of these, but could possibly apply a similar mod to a different unit, if I knew what problem they solved. - Cheers Tommy!
Wish you’d explain what each mod does. Some are self explanatory but a couple like the fire box insert and water pan , I’m trying to figure out what the purpose is.
Tommy I'll bet that stereo sounds GREAT. Blasting out ELVIS ,, Dion and the Belmonts,, The Beatles,, know what I'm saying ?? Ok.. So I'm old, still the best music on the planet. LOL.. THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.....
You know. If your new to the pit and grilling/smoking stay away from the mods unless something really catches your eye. Learn the pit, keep it cleaned and have fun!!
Are you able to give me any insight on why these mods could be good? I know some find them helpful and some don't. I am interested in the thoughts of those that do find them helpful. Also, can you add or send me links to purchase the mods?
Nice video Tommy I love those mods I’ve been wanting to do the water pan mod on mine one question is do you know if the rotisserie attachment is worth it im kinda interested in that great video cheers 🔥👍🍺
That is cool. Just like the old candy bar commercials touted...*Sometimes you feel like a Nut...Sometimes you don't...Almond Joy has Nuts...Mounds don't* Different is not always wrong. Do your own thing. Own your own thing. We are all in this together, so let's get along.
I tell you like the Masterbuilt products. I've had the small 560 for less than two years. My first 18 months were awesome, but over the past six months- Fan quit. All three safety switches have had to be replaced. And now- main controller wire harness needs to be replaced. Very disappointed.
@@thegalleryBBQ -Hey Tommy, Based on the purchase date, The wife and I agree, our 560 must have been one to the very first units on the market. I've decide to do one more repair and keep the 560 as a backup. PLUS I will upgrade to the 800. When I make my purchase, is there a link or code to use that gives you credit as an influencer???? Thanks
@@thegalleryBBQ thanks for getting back to me. I went to the website and was able to find an explanation for each of the mods. Mine 560 will be here Tuesday. Can’t wait!
I saw a guy just slide the fire box mod right down the hopper without taking the hopper apart on a new machine… is it necessary to take hopper apart on a new grill?
Normally…we would’ve had words, with you putting down my Weber G.O.A.T kettle, but ya knooooow…I bought the 1050 and modded it on delivery, people…let me tell ya…the brother is absolutely right…haven’t touched my Weber in over 2 years…😂😊
From my own experience the firebox mod was a bad investment. The SS liner/firebox mod warped inward within the first 5 cooks. This causes a restriction in the firebox preventing full airflow. Now the pit takes a lot longer coming up to temp. Specially when searing at 700F.
I can second that opinion, I ran into the same issue with mine. If I change it out again I’ll get the Klote’s mods 4 piece firebox, or figure out how to get some fire bricks to fit in there.
what I'm thinking is, maybe add the firebox mod after the tin metal has eroded away and exposed the firebrick. That first layer of tin metal is suppose to burn away after awhile but it does warp inwards on all the grills so maybe with that gone the firebox mod won't warp inwards. Just a thought.
Dude, the ash pan Mod is NOT for the to of the hopper...its for the ash pan for wood chunks...you should NEVER burn the grill with the upper hopper open, never.
So I just purchased this grill, can you explain why you purchased and put on the mods that you did. I understand the drip catcher but not the reason behind the other ones. Any info would be great, im new to grilling .
Hi Alex. All these Mods were given to the channel to make a video. I did not purchase them. You can or you can not. That pit will treat you well regardless as long as you keep it clean. Cheers and if you ever have any questions. LMK
@@thegalleryBBQ his question is “why”. You never explained why you did the mods. Does it burn hotter? Cool better? There’s no “why”, just a bunch of “how”
Can anyone recommend any mod to the manifold to block the direct heat to make the bottom rack (grill grate) less hot so the bottom grill grate can be utilized to pack more meat in the smoker?
I was struggling with the same question, but the form factor of the MB 1050 won me over. I just bought one and putting it together, on pause as I am waiting for the fire box mod to come in.
Do any of these mods make the grill more efficient? Does the vent help to add longer smoke times or produce more smoke? I would like to try some mods but didn’t want mess with it if it didn’t help make it any better quality smoke, save charcoal or add more value to the grill w/out having to spend extra 300 on mods? Thanks for any insight
I got the klotes mods damper for mine, it's a different style than the ls mods one in this video. It's a slide style and it helps when real windy or cold out. It keeps the heat and smoke in much better. Also helps to keep water out if raining.
The only mod that I am opting for (just bought the MB 1050) is the fire box mod. The tin foil that MB uses in the fire box is ridiculous. You'd think they would use 302 10 gauge plates to make it last, but no. As such this mod (I use the one from KlotesMod as it has 4 - 302 stainless steel 12 gauge sleeves like the one from the factor to replace the tin foil ones) improves reliability and quality IMO. The others, are nice to have but don't add much IMO. For water, I just add a metal or foil container and fill it up with water, for the grease, I plan to put heavy duty aluminum foil to protect the manifold.
My 560 won't get hotter than 350f. I set it to 400f and it just won't reach it (even though it used to). The fan still works and the charcoal is fully lit with a large pile, anyone have any ideas please?
Check out LSS MODS here www.lss-mods.com/
How you get those grates, they out of stock lol.
@@DavDaDdue mention Tommy from the Gallery. Lol
@@thegalleryBBQ what does the fire box mode do? And doesn't the top door button have to be pressed for the unit to come on? Then how can you add a grate on the top of the charcoal box and sear a steak with the door open?
@@RossMalagarie The juices falling will ignite the flame to sear. See this video here ua-cam.com/video/RgSgRw7dWWM/v-deo.html
I did all the mods to my 560 three years ago when putting it together ... everything is still ok and no problems
The whole line of gravity feds are awesome!
It’s September 15th 2022, pretty much the end of the BBQ season and Walmart is putting a lot of there BBQ’s on clearance. Just picked up the MasterBuilt 800 w/ griddle (display) for $260. I am jacked! Can’t wait to get cooking on this puppy.
Thats a flat out steal! Enjoy!
That is absolutely ridiculous you lucky dawg! Congrats. I did my 10th cook today with some dino beef ribs, they came out restaurant quality (as usual w/ this baby).
@@jamesyoo67 Cheers man and dont forget to check out this cook out Saturday. Killer Turkey on the Masterbuilt ua-cam.com/video/UwJVgdkzsQ8/v-deo.html
Damn!! I just purchased the 560 but if I see a deal like that I'm buying it!! I will keep a close eye on Walmart at the end of the season!
Here are the mods I have: Firebox, Hopper Lid, Damper, Racks, Water Pan, Fan protector slide, Ash bin platform and Drip Pan/Manifold cover. The Hopper Lid and Damper have definitely helped the efficiency of the burn. Water Pan is great but a little bit of a pain to clean. only use water in it. I put some other stuff in it and it caked up. Drip Pan/Manifold is great, makes clean up really easy and has protected the manifold itself a lot. I have two of the Racks but really should've only gotten one as the top rack is really close to the lid. The new fan protector is much better than the original and easier to use. 6 months in with some of these mods and I feel they have enhanced the cooking experience a lot, especially when i put the hopper lid on about 3 months ago. The one I would not get is the Ash bin mod. With the new, better hopper/starter bottom, not a whole of of large chunks fall anymore. I'm glad I got the mods as I think it's helped enhance, at least, the experience of grilling, if not that actual cooking itself.
Awesome Post Phil!! Thanks-
Alrighty, Tommy. I finally got a masterbuild 800 after watching you for 2 years and join your FB group at the start.
LGSHS my man. Nice job buddy!!! Your gonna love it!
Excellent detail on how to do the mods.
I was a little lost for most of them on what the actual effect of the mod is supposed to do (especially for the hopper mod) - is there an issue with the hopper?
I don't own one of these, but could possibly apply a similar mod to a different unit, if I knew what problem they solved. - Cheers Tommy!
Some make a difference to some, and some don't! I think for example that damper Mod will give you better fuel consumption! Hope that helps.
Great video bro
Appreciate it
GOOD INFO TOMMY FOR THOSE MASTERBUILT OWNERS
my man. Thanks-
salut j'adore t'es vidéos continue a en faire j'ai un masterbuild 800
Why not use foil on the drip pan manifold? Instead of scraping just replace the foil every cook
Mods galore, I love it!👍😊
The best!
Great video, so now that you have the mods working, do you think it wins over the char grill 980?
I like the Masterbuilt 1050
I'm with you on the mods. Gotta customize and make it yours! 😎👏🍻
Cheers
Wish you’d explain what each mod does. Some are self explanatory but a couple like the fire box insert and water pan , I’m trying to figure out what the purpose is.
Ok figured out the fire box one lol. I’m guessing the water box is to create moisture on the cook?
Great information Tommy 👍🏾
Thanks 👍
Those are some great mods Tommy! And yeah, ya gotta make some modes to fit your style IMO! 👍👊🍻
Thanks 👍
Tommy I'll bet that stereo sounds GREAT. Blasting out ELVIS ,, Dion and the Belmonts,, The Beatles,, know what I'm saying ?? Ok.. So I'm old, still the best music on the planet. LOL.. THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.....
My man!!! Thanks brother for allways supporting!
Awesome mods. Cheers, Tommy! ✌️
Glad you like them!
So new to this type of grill. What do most of the mods do exactly? What is the benefit to most of em?
You know. If your new to the pit and grilling/smoking stay away from the mods unless something really catches your eye. Learn the pit, keep it cleaned and have fun!!
Are you able to give me any insight on why these mods could be good? I know some find them helpful and some don't. I am interested in the thoughts of those that do find them helpful. Also, can you add or send me links to purchase the mods?
Nice video Tommy I love those mods I’ve been wanting to do the water pan mod on mine one question is do you know if the rotisserie attachment is worth it im kinda interested in that great video cheers 🔥👍🍺
Prolly one of my favs
That is cool. Just like the old candy bar commercials touted...*Sometimes you feel like a Nut...Sometimes you don't...Almond Joy has Nuts...Mounds don't* Different is not always wrong. Do your own thing. Own your own thing. We are all in this together, so let's get along.
Awesome Post!
I tell you like the Masterbuilt products. I've had the small 560 for less than two years. My first 18 months were awesome, but over the past six months- Fan quit. All three safety switches have had to be replaced. And now- main controller wire harness needs to be replaced. Very disappointed.
Thats a shame. I love mine and have owned all 3, 1050,800,560.
@@thegalleryBBQ -Hey Tommy, Based on the purchase date, The wife and I agree, our 560 must have been one to the very first units on the market. I've decide to do one more repair and keep the 560 as a backup. PLUS I will upgrade to the 800. When I make my purchase, is there a link or code to use that gives you credit as an influencer???? Thanks
What do each of these mods do. Is there a follow up video that explains why.
Hi Steve. It depends which mod your interested in. www.lss-mods.com/
@@thegalleryBBQ thanks for getting back to me. I went to the website and was able to find an explanation for each of the mods. Mine 560 will be here Tuesday. Can’t wait!
@@thestevezchronicles2342 Awesome. Stay tuned for plenty Masterbuilt stuff. Any questions. LMK
Nice mod’s
I saw a guy just slide the fire box mod right down the hopper without taking the hopper apart on a new machine… is it necessary to take hopper apart on a new grill?
On a new Masterbuilt you can just slide it down.
Normally…we would’ve had words, with you putting down my Weber G.O.A.T kettle, but ya knooooow…I bought the 1050 and modded it on delivery, people…let me tell ya…the brother is absolutely right…haven’t touched my Weber in over 2 years…😂😊
Check out my Masterbuilt XT vids and start saving up. lol
How sturdy are those little drip pan brackets? Seems to me it would be better if they were tacked in.
No problems. The problem is trying to do stuff while not getting your arm in front of the camera.
From my own experience the firebox mod was a bad investment. The SS liner/firebox mod warped inward within the first 5 cooks. This causes a restriction in the firebox preventing full airflow. Now the pit takes a lot longer coming up to temp. Specially when searing at 700F.
Thanks, Ralph, and I do appreciate your opinion! Cheers and have an awesome 4th!
I can second that opinion, I ran into the same issue with mine. If I change it out again I’ll get the Klote’s mods 4 piece firebox, or figure out how to get some fire bricks to fit in there.
I wonder if there is a way to put fire brick down there. Pretty much like the Char Griller gravity feed models have?
what I'm thinking is, maybe add the firebox mod after the tin metal has eroded away and exposed the firebrick. That first layer of tin metal is suppose to burn away after awhile but it does warp inwards on all the grills so maybe with that gone the firebox mod won't warp inwards. Just a thought.
I have a bad Firebox interlock switch. I ordered the new one but I don't know how to remove the cage so I can replace the old switch. Can you assist?
Hi Curtis. I can not. Sorry.
Good mods.
Thanks!
Randy The Macho Man Smooth.
JAZZYJ.............. Cheers brother!
Dude, the ash pan Mod is NOT for the to of the hopper...its for the ash pan for wood chunks...you should NEVER burn the grill with the upper hopper open, never.
Why?? Ive done it at over a dozen times with zero problems!
I have mix of LSS modes and Klotes Mods on mine
Both outstanding.... Cheers
So I just purchased this grill, can you explain why you purchased and put on the mods that you did. I understand the drip catcher but not the reason behind the other ones. Any info would be great, im new to grilling .
Hi Alex. All these Mods were given to the channel to make a video. I did not purchase them. You can or you can not. That pit will treat you well regardless as long as you keep it clean. Cheers and if you ever have any questions. LMK
@@thegalleryBBQ his question is “why”. You never explained why you did the mods. Does it burn hotter? Cool better? There’s no “why”, just a bunch of “how”
I want to see the truck! LOL
Email me. lol
@@thegalleryBBQ will do!
There is difference in modifications for esthetics VS reinforcement/fixing issues
Can anyone recommend any mod to the manifold to block the direct heat to make the bottom rack (grill grate) less hot so the bottom grill grate can be utilized to pack more meat in the smoker?
Great video mate. Still on fence this grill or 980. Any thoughts on the 2 anyone
Your feeding at the top of the food chain!!! Pick one, both awesome pits!
I was struggling with the same question, but the form factor of the MB 1050 won me over. I just bought one and putting it together, on pause as I am waiting for the fire box mod to come in.
@@juanmacias4854 it's sad we have to get mods to get a good unit hahah
@@randymullins5525 Agree, the temperature gauge is a joke as well. I just ordered a good one from Amazon.
Hey Tommy, did Masterbuilt make any improvements on the new 1050s? I like the mods that help, they need a better grease drain system.
Small little upgrades but nothing major! Hope to see you Sunday Night!!
@@thegalleryBBQ is there an easy way to tell if I have the upgraded 1050 or if it’s the original 1050?
Hey tommy are you going to do a kc combo video again?
Unfortunately that pits long gone!!!
Oh man well keep up the good work like ur videos
I’ve heard the controller can be problematic after a while. Somebody makes an aftermarket one you can plug right in.
Not sure about that aftermarket one but i think Masterbuilt sells replacements..
Tommy or anyone. Information on how to replace the flap on my 560. Mines shot and new one plus fan is ordered.
Sign up on my facebook group. Its free and 20k strong. Someone there will know. facebook.com/groups/264734041353275
How are the cooling rack mods? I just got an email that they're back in stock, but they seem a little flimsy.
LSS stuff is all good.
Do any of these mods make the grill more efficient? Does the vent help to add longer smoke times or produce more smoke? I would like to try some mods but didn’t want mess with it if it didn’t help make it any better quality smoke, save charcoal or add more value to the grill w/out having to spend extra 300 on mods? Thanks for any insight
I got the klotes mods damper for mine, it's a different style than the ls mods one in this video. It's a slide style and it helps when real windy or cold out. It keeps the heat and smoke in much better. Also helps to keep water out if raining.
Johny made some good points! I'm new to the damper mod so can not comment yet!
The only mod that I am opting for (just bought the MB 1050) is the fire box mod. The tin foil that MB uses in the fire box is ridiculous. You'd think they would use 302 10 gauge plates to make it last, but no. As such this mod (I use the one from KlotesMod as it has 4 - 302 stainless steel 12 gauge sleeves like the one from the factor to replace the tin foil ones) improves reliability and quality IMO. The others, are nice to have but don't add much IMO. For water, I just add a metal or foil container and fill it up with water, for the grease, I plan to put heavy duty aluminum foil to protect the manifold.
My 560 won't get hotter than 350f. I set it to 400f and it just won't reach it (even though it used to). The fan still works and the charcoal is fully lit with a large pile, anyone have any ideas please?
First time using it?? Make sure your hopper is half full. You need fuel to reach high temps.
Yummy
😋
Can't wait for firebox mod to come in....the oem design is effin terrible and damn near ruins the grill
Cheers Cali and my guess is that you'll love it!
WHY DO THEY NOT OFFER A MOD FOR THE CHARCOAL HOPPER. I KNOW THAT IT MUST TAKE A BEATING FROM THE HEAT AND FIRE FROM BELOW?
Just the firbox mod.
The warming rack is obvious. Sorry
Thanks-