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Originally Posted by Maritime Q-Scout
I've never BBQ'ed with charcoal. Seems like it'd be a weekend thing, but during the week and for quick stuff like hot dogs propane would be the way to go.
That said, would it be worth getting a cheap charcoal BBQ to play with? Is the $20 Walmart special going to be reasonably serviceable as a secondary grill over say a Weber?
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I used one of the cheap square ones for years until a chunk of tree fell on it and crushed it. Then I picked up a 26" Sears kettle, display model ($23!!), which I've been using over 20 years now. Keep the bottom as clean as you're able (try not to get the bottom wet) and they'll last. Charcoal ash is caustic and will eat right through whatever chineseum it's made out of in no time. No need to pay over $100 for a "brand" that doesn't do any more than a cheap one, IMO.
Oh, and get a chimney starter, you'll be glad you did.