Mak-rib-o-lator

[Zephyr]

Not recommended. The center of gravity not good,(could be weighted for better balance) plus, have to cut ribs narrow to fit. I've got plans on how to make something better. ...................... ZEP

 

[FLBentRider]

Did you buy it or make it?

 

[Carter13]

These photos are obviously from the past because the paint is in primo condition and you don't have the SS front panel, so what gives?
Did you figure out the plans by now?

 

[muebe]

Carter....Zep is updating us on his various mods because he was asked by other members who have not seen them. He is new to this forum.

 

[Carter13]

Muebe,

Now that makes sense. I was all goofed up seeing these photos.

Thanks.

 

[Zephyr]

FLBentrider: Did you buy it or make it?

Bought the rib-o-lator, without the spitrod and motor........................ ZEP

 

[Zephyr]

Muebe,

Now that makes sense. I was all goofed up seeing these photos.

Thanks.

I was hoping I could give you guys some ideas or help with some mods if you need it. .................. ZEP

 

[rib-o-lator]

there are better ways to make the rib-o-lator but then it wouldn't fit most grills. my original proto-type was bigger to fit my grill but then it wouldn't fit others so if i was to sell them i would have to find a happy medium so it would work on 90% of all grills. the width and length of the tray is 5" X 17" which is about the width and length of baby backs. for spars i just cut the width down and maybe a bone of the end.

as far as the center of gravity issue. i could raise the center of gravity but then it would probably hit the burners on most grills as it rotated, so where it is at is the best spot. if your cooking food that slides around (anything round) then you have to make sure it is centered and then it works fine. once you use it a few times you get the hang of it.

i also made and adjustable tray that expands from 1in to 2ft

i could custom make one to fit pellet grills that would address any issues but i would have to place an order for 500.

 

[Big Poppa]

hey lets not try to moderate here we have good mods.....what difference does it make when Zep tested the idea? I appreciate his contributions.

 

[muebe]

I really like the idea of a rib rotisserie. I think the main problem would be me constantly opening the lid to watch it move!

 

[Zephyr]

there are better ways to make the rib-o-lator but then it wouldn't fit most grills. my original proto-type was bigger to fit my grill but then it wouldn't fit others so if i was to sell them i would have to find a happy medium so it would work on 90% of all grills. the width and length of the tray is 5" X 17" which is about the width and length of baby backs. for spars i just cut the width down and maybe a bone of the end.

as far as the center of gravity issue. i could raise the center of gravity but then it would probably hit the burners on most grills as it rotated, so where it is at is the best spot. if your cooking food that slides around (anything round) then you have to make sure it is centered and then it works fine. once you use it a few times you get the hang of it.

i also made and adjustable tray that expands from 1in to 2ft

i could custom make one to fit pellet grills that would address any issues but i would have to place an order for 500.

I think you are right on most counts. My new design would fit in most cookers above Jr. Traeger size and do 3 large rack of ribs. Ribs come 3 in a pack from Cash and Carry, perfect. ................ ZEP