BBQ Guru & Maverick 732 Help

boltsfan · Mar 25, 2013

I ordered the probe eyelet assembly from BBQ Guru and the Maverick 732 from Amazon at the same time. I was so excited, that I missed the *Maverick NOTE* at the bottom stating the probes would not fit. DOH! :frusty:

I installed the sensor already, so should I return the Maverick to Amazon and get another thermometer that will fit? I am not interested in drilling holes in my WSM.

Any help is appreciated.

Smoothsmoke · Mar 25, 2013

Run the wires under the lid.

aawa · Mar 25, 2013

Just run the probe through the top vent of your wsm. No drilling required.

boltsfan · Mar 25, 2013

Thanks for the suggestions...

If run under the lid, the wire gets crimped and I am afraid it will get damaged over time.

Running thru the top vent of the lid is an option but not the one I prefer.

ButtBurner · Mar 25, 2013

I dont have a WSM but I have something close

I just run them through the door and close the door with the wire sticking out one of the corners.

PhilB · Mar 25, 2013

I just drilled a slightly bigger hole and left the eyelet out, running directly into the hole.

PaPaQ · Mar 25, 2013

Cajun Bandit has the 3/8 eyelet that will hold 3 or 4 probes.

boltsfan · Mar 26, 2013

Thanks for all the help...

I can return the Maverick 732 so is there another thermometer u guys would recommend that would fit thru the BBQ Guru eyelets?

Have also seen some guys use a dremel tool to cut a small slit in the middle section to be able to pass the probe and wire thru.

accuseal · Mar 26, 2013

Just drill the hole. No big deal. Put tape over the spot before drilling to prevent the coating from chipping.

BobM · Mar 27, 2013

I've drilled a lot of holes in my WSMs for mods. It's easy and they've done no damage.
Using a Dremel to make a slot also works well, but it's also invasive. If you are going to Dremel it, might just as well drill a hole.

boltsfan · Mar 27, 2013

Thanks guys

Do I need a specific drill bit?

luberconn · Mar 27, 2013

maverick sells grommets too. i assume they would work for the et-732. i have one too and am going to order these and give them a try.

http://maverickhousewares.bigcartel.com/product/et-732-silicone-grommets

boltsfan · Mar 28, 2013

luberconn said:
maverick sells grommets too. i assume they would work for the et-732. i have one too and am going to order these and give them a try.

http://maverickhousewares.bigcartel.com/product/et-732-silicone-grommets

Hmm.... You would still need to drill holes for these... right?

MarleyMan · Mar 28, 2013

boltsfan said:
Hmm.... You would still need to drill holes for these... right?

Yes, you would have to drill holes to accomodate the flange on the outside of the grommet.

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