I have had several what are considered regular gas grills over the years.
This unit blows them all away.
You want quick heat - you got it.
You need a big cooking surface - you got it.
At least 18 quarter pound burgers at once.
Or a dozen burgers and a dozen hot dogs at once.
You do give up the bun warming area but the third burner
is still available. There are several accessory items
that can be used on the third burner.
Assembly is about as easy as it can be. Open the box: take out the
cloth bag with the legs in it: screw on the legs: open the smaller inner box:
take out the grill box: set in on the main grill: hook up your propane tank
and you are ready to go. 15 minutes tops. Everything was in perfect condition.
I have only had this for less than a week and have used it 3 times already.
I followed the directions to season the grates. That took about 20 minutes.
The instructions say to set the burners to medium which I did and after
15 minutes the temperature gauge was at 700 degrees. This grill gets hot!
First a couple of steaks. Set to medium. Got to 450 degrees in less than 5 minutes.
A few minutes on each side and perfect medium.
Second some natural casing hot dogs. Turned the grill on to medium and went
to get the dogs from the fridge. By the time I got back the grill was hot enough.
Took about 4-5 minutes to make rippers. That's the way I like my dogs. Great taste.
Finally some 85%/15% hamburgs. Set to medium. Waited for temperature to reach 500 degrees.
Put the burgers on and found that 3 minutes per side was to long. A medium burger will
take only about 4 minutes total on this grill.
The high heat does give a nice sear, but you have to watch the cooking time.
Very easy to over cook things. I am still learning.
The unit does come with automatic start which is not spelled out very well in the listing.
I did purchase the Camp Chef Patio Cover (TB90/SPG90)for the unit. It will cover the unit
with the grill box in place. I just looks a little lumpy on the left side. The bungees
included with the cover will easily stretch far enough to hook.
There is a wheeled traveling bag for this grill if you want to take it somewhere.
I don't think that bag will fit both the grill and grill box. They also make a carry bag
for just the grill box. The grill weights 49 pounds and the grill box another 33 pounds,
so this is not a lightweight unit.
Some reviewers have complained about the quality and longevity. The quality appears fine
to me. I cannot speak to the longevity yet, but I will append to this review after I
have had it for a while.
NOTE: I only bought this a week ago and the price has gone through the roof!
I paid $164.99 and now it if $219.99. I would probably NOT buy at the new price.
Not that it is not worth it. I just know what I got it for.
| Brand | Camp Chef |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 15.75"D x 24"W x 7"H |
| Special Feature | 3 Burner |
| Color | Black/Red |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Finish Type | Painted |
| Included Components | BIG GAS GRILL 90 W/ BBQ |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Item Weight | 84 Pounds |
| Heating Power | 26.38 Kilowatts |
| Model Name | SPG90B |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Installation Type | Free Standing |
| Main Burner Count | 3 |
| Heating Elements | 3 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 43 x 19 x 19 inches |
| Package Weight | 39.46 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 52.5 x 19 x 30 inches |
| Brand Name | Camp Chef |
| Warranty Description | One year limited |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Camp Chef |
| Part Number | SPG90B |
| Style | Burner Grill |
| Size | 7" H x 24" W x 15.75" L |
