Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

[LazyCruiser]

Hi.
I want to buy one, mounted safely to the side out of the way.

Do you guys think that a charcoal grille is a stupid idea & ridiculous safyet hazard on a boat? (I really like my steak & shrimp cooked on charcoal)

 

[rwidman]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

How will you light the charcoal? What will you do with it when you're finished cooking? Do they even make charcoal grills for boats?

I don't think it's a good idea.

I agree that charcoal tastes better, but not that much better.

 

[LazyCruiser]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

Match light, no fuss.
I'll just close the top and let it shut it self down.
This would be for when I'm going to be immobile for a while - not in the middle of cruising.

I can always douse the coals w/water too.
And yep, they make 'em!

 

[arks]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

Hi.
I want to buy one, mounted safely to the side out of the way.

Do you guys think that a charcoal grille is a stupid idea & ridiculous safyet hazard on a boat? (I really like my steak & shrimp cooked on charcoal)

I used to have a Magma charcoal grille designed for use on a boat. Connected to a rod holder it was very stable. The biggest problem was the long time it took to get hot enough to cook- usually 20-30 minutes. Also, after cooking it would take over 2 hours for the coals to cool down. I got into the habit of dumping the hot coals overboard but, looking back, I see that as dangerous because I could've easily burned myself or accidentially dropped a hot coal inside the boat.
My Magma gas grill cooks much faster, cools down quickly and is completely self-contained. I put some permanant brickettes in the bottom to give it some 'charcoal' taste. The propane tank must be stored so fumes can't get into the bottom of the boat because they're heavier than air and flammable.

 

[rwidman]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

For any type of boat grill, please don't install or use it near the gas filler or tank vent.

 

[TilliamWe]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

Lazy, listen to arks. For the hassle, charcoal just won't be worth it. Those Magma gas grilles work so GREAT that they are the way to go.

 

[brianvolt7]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

There are a few BBQ?s manufactured for boats that are stainless steel and mount directly to the boat. I am sure iboats has some, if not check Overtons.

As far as charcoal vs. gas, everyone knows that charcoal is the best flavor but there is an alternative. What I do is get the mesquite wood chunks, not chips, the chunks are large much larger. I usually soak one chunk for 20 minutes in water first then lay it in the bottom against the flame of the gas grill. This gives a great flavor when using gas. I have only had if flame up a couple of times; just use your spray bottle to knock it down.

 

[Solittle]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

I have one that clamps to the bow rail and is positioned out over the water. I anchor from the stern to keep the fumes out of the boat. Works just great.

 

[Beefer]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

Get yourself a hibachi, and cook on the beach/island/shore. It's safer, and you'll save a ton of cash.

Open flames and fiberglass or gas fumes don't mix.

 

[Bob's Garage]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

"I got into the habit of dumping the hot coals overboard but, looking back, I see that as dangerous because I could've easily burned myself or accidentially dropped a hot coal inside the boat."

Not to mention that dumping anything over the side is a violation of many laws and ordinances as well as being thoughtless and unsightly.

Why is it that humans like to "GET BACK TO NATURE" but do not seem to have a problem with destroying it while there? Then we come back later and wonder - What ever happened to the pristine environment and the beauty of our "great outdoors"?

I'll step down now.

(And, yes I know the charcoal will break down and leave a thin film of charcoal granules that will be hard to see. So what, what if everyone did it? It wouldn't be so minor anymore.)

 

[45Auto]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

Why is it that humans like to "GET BACK TO NATURE" but do not seem to have a problem with destroying it while there?

For some reason, I get this picture of Bob's Garage running around on his boat spewing a big cloud of 2-stroke oil into the water while he's telling someone not to dump any charcoal into it .....

What kind of boat motors do you own, Bob?

 

[Bob's Garage]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

I own a 2008 Sea Cat 226 with twin Suzuki 140 4s. And your attempt to disparage my concerns about the environment only goes to show your utter disregard for the same and others who may believe in keeping things clean.

 

[skargo]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

I own a 2008 Sea Cat 226 with twin Suzuki 140 4s. And your attempt to disparage my concerns about the environment only goes to show your utter disregard for the same and others who may believe in keeping things clean.

And your attempt to disparage Rob(Arks) is ridiculous, as he is involved in many cleanups in this area, and has a high respect for the environment. How many cleanups have you been involved with recently?

 

[skargo]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

p.s. if you want to use charcoal, and be environmentally friendly on land and water, look into coconut shell charcoal.

Regular charcoal pollutes the air. So do our cars, so sell your car and ride a bike. Oh yeah, our boats pollute too, maybe get a row boat?

 

[JimS123]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

Aside from environmental concerns, it just doesn't sound safe to me. Hot coals send off sparks in a breeze. Forget about the potential damage to your gelcoat or upholstery, my god the thing you're sitting in has a fuel tank, hoses and vents all over the place. Would you drive to the state park and hang one off the bumper of your car?

We see people using them all the time at our favorite anchoring spot. What everybody does is walk toward the beach away and downwind from the boat and set up a small table in about 2 feet of water.

 

[a70eliminator]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

For some reason, I get this picture of Bob's Garage running around on his boat spewing a big cloud of 2-stroke oil into the water while he's telling someone not to dump any charcoal into it .....

What kind of boat motors do you own, Bob?

I sorta got the same taste as 45 when I read the post.
One paragraph says he has a habit of dumping charcoal over the side
then the next paragraph..well I have to go back and read it again now.

 

[LazyCruiser]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

Please don't argue, all because of my ignorance

 

[paultjohnson]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

There are a few BBQ?s manufactured for boats that are stainless steel and mount directly to the boat. I am sure iboats has some, if not check Overtons.

As far as charcoal vs. gas, everyone knows that charcoal is the best flavor but there is an alternative. What I do is get the mesquite wood chunks, not chips, the chunks are large much larger. I usually soak one chunk for 20 minutes in water first then lay it in the bottom against the flame of the gas grill. This gives a great flavor when using gas. I have only had if flame up a couple of times; just use your spray bottle to knock it down.

This is the best idea IMO get one of those little metal flavorizer boxes that you can fill w wood chips or pellets. Some not much bigger then a pack of cigs. Cleaner ,safer, faster, more ecologically friendly, and dang near as agood as charcoal flavor. Once again I M H O !

 

[TilliamWe]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

You guys are priceless with your silly arguing.

This thread was DONE when arks typed his second paragraph and Brian added how to get more wood flavor from gas.

Magma gas grilles are the absolute best, safest, and least environmentally damaging way to cook on a boat. Period.

 

[MPII]

Re: Charcoal Grille, On-Board?

I use a gas magma that I got off of ebay used for 50.00. It works great and I will continue to use it.