@@ImHungryMKI’ve seen your videos on this one and the Bella. I’m curious about your opinion on this aspect: the PIG blows from the top of the hopper and the Bella blows from the bottom of the hopper. Do you think that affects how much heat (and/or smoke) is transferred into the cooking chamber?
Hey, I have the magnum PIG on my RecTeq Bull and love it! I've been using over a year and the way SmokeDaddy says to use it is not how I use it. I fill up half to 3/4 with charcoal and light from the bottom. Thought about getting a small chimney but haven't yet but that would make it easier. Once the charcoals are mostly hot(white color) which can take 20 minutes or so, then I add wood chunks. Sometimes I use chips but prefer to use chunks as they last longer. Then as it goes time over time, I will add one or two more charcoals and more chunks and/or chips. I watched the comparison video between the SmokeDaddy and the Bella's and the one thing that is hard to measure is the quality of the smoke and affect on the meat. Zero doubt in my mind that while pellets do produce smoke and good smoke, charcoal and real wood is just different. I do run through fuel faster because I have my magnum PIG on the non controller side of my RecTeq Bull so I need the pressure higher to reach the other side to create a reverse flow. With your BFG, won't be as necessary to have the pump as high I would think. I have a long thread with some others on smokin meats forum all about the Magnum PIG and one also on SmokeDaddy's HeavyD heat diffuser. I have both and WAY prefer the Magnum PIG. Good luck and smoke on!
Doesn't adding that much charcoal increase the temp in the smoker? I don't have a PID controller so just using one briquette and chips raised my temp 12 degrees.
@@danamcfadden2147 No, the PID takes care of all of it. I have cooked at different temps with running the magnum pig. As low as 180 and as high as 275.
@@hinds90 Mimics more an offset smoke taste than just the pellet smoke. Pellet smoke is lighter than wood and especially lighter than charcoal and wood. My first smoker was just a vertical propane smoker using wood chips and chunks. But at first when I got my pellet smoker, the smoke ring would be bigger but way less smoke flavor. Time and seasoning a pellet smoker does help with that over time but still different than real wood and charcoal. Hope you get what I am saying.
If you watch the manufactures video they say to add some charcoal in with the wood chips to help it burn. I have had one for years but find its a pain in the butt to keep lite even with charcoal to help it out. And it does not last very long before it needs refilling.
I went with the Bella's they recommend a 50% chip and 50% pellet mix, it seems to work perfect. They also revised the lid to reduce/eliminate condensation. ua-cam.com/video/os7XsxWUiqI/v-deo.html
Just curious, do you still use the Smoke Daddy? Any issues with it? I just received one and the output tube keeps getting clogged after one use. Thinking about sending it back.
I haven't had much issue with the white smoke,, it's the black smoke that ruins food. It's all the creatine from a raging flare up and it isn't great for sure! Ruins grills and food a like.
Great video. I bought the Bella's and it clogs up wayyyy to much. I have ordered one from Smoke Daddy. Have you tried running pellets in the Smoke Daddy as well?
@@scottdalon801 Zero clogs with the PIG. The design is different and the moisture is not trapped at the top of the unit, because that is where the air movement is happening.
might have worked, but I believe due to the design, they might just get stuck over the tube at the bottom. they would have to be small chips. When summer comes, I am going to be building a box and will be using the Bella’s, will try it.
That is a great question, and it really depends on what you put in it and how high the air pump is turned on. I normally get about 2 to 3 hours out of it. Normally closer to 3, however if you crank up the air pump and blanket your neighborhood with smoke it could be done inside an hour. The reverse is also true, if you turn it down you can get 5 to 6 hours of almost nothing but that sucks.
@@XaviarJS I think I have seen it also, if it is what I think it is, it does not have a air pump.. If you are installing on a Pellet Smoker, I am not sure it would work
It depends on your application of it. For my setup I have more smoke and less clogging with the PIG. The food also has that great smoke flavor. Thanks for watching!
Another awesome video dude, and very informative too! Can't wait for the nexf one and for the next challenge! Take great care!! ^^
More to come!
@@ImHungryMKI’ve seen your videos on this one and the Bella. I’m curious about your opinion on this aspect: the PIG blows from the top of the hopper and the Bella blows from the bottom of the hopper. Do you think that affects how much heat (and/or smoke) is transferred into the cooking chamber?
Still waiting for that follow-up review of the PIG. It's been over a year and 1/2 - @I'm Hungry - you still using it?
I don't use it often anymore. This is a great idea for a follow up video though. Thanks!
Hey, I have the magnum PIG on my RecTeq Bull and love it! I've been using over a year and the way SmokeDaddy says to use it is not how I use it. I fill up half to 3/4 with charcoal and light from the bottom. Thought about getting a small chimney but haven't yet but that would make it easier. Once the charcoals are mostly hot(white color) which can take 20 minutes or so, then I add wood chunks. Sometimes I use chips but prefer to use chunks as they last longer. Then as it goes time over time, I will add one or two more charcoals and more chunks and/or chips.
I watched the comparison video between the SmokeDaddy and the Bella's and the one thing that is hard to measure is the quality of the smoke and affect on the meat. Zero doubt in my mind that while pellets do produce smoke and good smoke, charcoal and real wood is just different. I do run through fuel faster because I have my magnum PIG on the non controller side of my RecTeq Bull so I need the pressure higher to reach the other side to create a reverse flow. With your BFG, won't be as necessary to have the pump as high I would think.
I have a long thread with some others on smokin meats forum all about the Magnum PIG and one also on SmokeDaddy's HeavyD heat diffuser. I have both and WAY prefer the Magnum PIG.
Good luck and smoke on!
Doesn't adding that much charcoal increase the temp in the smoker? I don't have a PID controller so just using one briquette and chips raised my temp 12 degrees.
@@danamcfadden2147 No, the PID takes care of all of it. I have cooked at different temps with running the magnum pig. As low as 180 and as high as 275.
thank you both for watching!
@@Kstone113 so what's the additional smoke flavor like. Thinking of adding one to my smokefire
@@hinds90 Mimics more an offset smoke taste than just the pellet smoke. Pellet smoke is lighter than wood and especially lighter than charcoal and wood. My first smoker was just a vertical propane smoker using wood chips and chunks. But at first when I got my pellet smoker, the smoke ring would be bigger but way less smoke flavor. Time and seasoning a pellet smoker does help with that over time but still different than real wood and charcoal. Hope you get what I am saying.
Would it be better to put it on the opposite side of the smokestack? For better flow of the smoke. I have to get one for my rec-teq rt700
I would on the RT-700, but you have to be careful of the controller. The BFG has two smokestacks so I chose to use the non-controller side.
I would have put in the middle back or front.
If you watch the manufactures video they say to add some charcoal in with the wood chips to help it burn. I have had one for years but find its a pain in the butt to keep lite even with charcoal to help it out. And it does not last very long before it needs refilling.
Thanks for watching and your insight!
Hey great video.. I am interested in putting a smoke generator on my BFG. Are you still planning on doing a follow up video on the Smoke Daddy?
Not any time soon, but perhaps in the future! Thank you for the comment!
Great video. Any updated thoughts. I’m looking for a cold smoker and the Bella looks better to me.
I believe it really depends on your application and choice of fuel. However the PIG backdraft design seems to be a little more versatile.
Man thanks for you input!
I hope it helps, thanks for watching and subscribing! 🙂
I went with the Bella's they recommend a 50% chip and 50% pellet mix, it seems to work perfect. They also revised the lid to reduce/eliminate condensation. ua-cam.com/video/os7XsxWUiqI/v-deo.html
Just curious, do you still use the Smoke Daddy? Any issues with it? I just received one and the output tube keeps getting clogged after one use. Thinking about sending it back.
Yes I do, I moved the BFG to my mom’s house. I have the opportunity to cook for more people there. The smoke daddy is an awesome device.
Great video. Thank you. I think I’ll be buying one.
I think you will really enjoy it! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Wouldnt it be better to install on the other side where airflow goes accross the meat?
this is a BFG air/smoke flows on both sides, the other side has the control and wires. This side is better on the BFG.,
Great video! Thoughts on the P.I.G. a year later?
Still works really great!
a big note: they use lump charcoal in the bottom to help heat the chips from the factory.
after a lot of uses, I can tell you that it does not make a difference at all.
If i put the meat on with all that white smoke will it make the food bitter? Cause they always talk about trash smoke = white. But I’m new to this lol
I haven't had much issue with the white smoke,, it's the black smoke that ruins food. It's all the creatine from a raging flare up and it isn't great for sure! Ruins grills and food a like.
Great video. I bought the Bella's and it clogs up wayyyy to much. I have ordered one from Smoke Daddy. Have you tried running pellets in the Smoke Daddy as well?
I have never tried 100% pellets in the PiG, however it does a great job with a 75% pellet mix.
@@ImHungryMK great!! No clogging? Also is it necessary to use charcoal to start it?
@@scottdalon801 Zero clogs with the PIG. The design is different and the moisture is not trapped at the top of the unit, because that is where the air movement is happening.
@@ImHungryMK great to hear. I appreciate your help
Does it improve the bark ?
Any smoke will help the flavor, but i didn't feel it impacted the appearance much more
@I'm Hungry - you still using the Smoke Daddy Magnum P.I.G.? If so, what's your thoughts?
I do and it is a 1000% must have.
@@ImHungryMK - you should do a review!
Not sure why you did not try using wood chips in the Bella like you used in the PIG?
might have worked, but I believe due to the design, they might just get stuck over the tube at the bottom. they would have to be small chips. When summer comes, I am going to be building a box and will be using the Bella’s, will try it.
Does the white smoke clear out eventually?
Yes it does, thanks for watching and subscribing!
How long would that magnum run for before you'd refill it?
That is a great question, and it really depends on what you put in it and how high the air pump is turned on. I normally get about 2 to 3 hours out of it. Normally closer to 3, however if you crank up the air pump and blanket your neighborhood with smoke it could be done inside an hour. The reverse is also true, if you turn it down you can get 5 to 6 hours of almost nothing but that sucks.
@@ImHungryMK I saw another one called a Smokemiester that claims 16 to 24 run times and no additional pump used..
@@XaviarJS I think I have seen it also, if it is what I think it is, it does not have a air pump.. If you are installing on a Pellet Smoker, I am not sure it would work
Have done a temperature test to see if it’s heating evenly and where the hot/cold spots are?
The BFG is always a about 10 to 20 degrees hotter on the right side.
@@ImHungryMK thanks! I guess when it’s all said and done it all gets finished in it’s own time. Even the 700 has extreme hot spots.
Is this better than the bella
It depends on your application of it. For my setup I have more smoke and less clogging with the PIG. The food also has that great smoke flavor. Thanks for watching!
I would hook it up on the opposite side of the grille, not so close to the chimney
Really?? This is the bfg there is a chimney on both sides and the other side has the controller and wiring on it.
Where's the followup?
Not a bad idea! I’ll save that for a future video!
04:13 really cool,
thanks for watching
Stupid page flew away lolol
lol!