Is the sear station burner worth the extra $100? Do you owners of the 330 feel it's a significant upgrade to the 310? I don't care about side burner
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The grill will heat up faster with the sear burner on and if you put the steaks on that side of the grill they will sear more uniformly. All in all, a doubtful use of $100. The side burner makes a good site for mouse nests.
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"Sear station" is just an extra burner between the left and middle burner. I find that it helps get the heat up faster even when you are not trying to sear, and when I am smoking, I use that burner under the smoker box. You also get a side burner on the 330, which you don't get on the 310. I like it for outside frying in a cast iron skillet -- fries, fish, and chicken -- so I don't smell up the house. We found that the extra $ for both features was worth it.
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To be honest it depends on your situation. The sear station is not like on other grills that I have owned that is separate from the other elements. I used it a lot on my Charm-glow to get a nice sear on i my meats. However the sear station on the Weber does not appear to work that way or at least I don't use it that way. I just use it as an extra element to maintain consistent heat overall. The side burner is nice to have as I have used it alot when cooking beans and sauces. If you are on a budget then I would say skip it. However if you have the cash get it its nice to have and not use than to not have and need. Come to think of it now that I am typing I did use it once. Hope this helps.
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To be honest it depends on your situation. The sear station is not like on other grills that I have owned that is separate from the other elements. I used it a lot on my Charm-glow to get a nice sear on i my meats. However the sear station on the Weber does not appear to work that way or at least I don't use it that way. I just use it as an extra element to maintain consistent heat overall. The side burner is nice to have as I have used it alot when cooking beans and sauces. If you are on a budget then I would say skip it. However if you have the cash get it its nice to have and not use than to not have and need. Come to think of it now that I am typing I did use it once. Hope this helps. To be honest it depends on your situation. The sear station is not like on other grills that I have owned that is separate from the other elements. I used it a lot on my Charm-glow to get a nice sear on i my meats. However the sear station on the Weber does not appear to work that way or at least I don't use it that way. I just use it as an extra element to maintain consistent heat overall. The side burner is nice to have as I have used it alot when cooking beans and sauces. If you are on a budget then I would say skip it. However if you have the cash get it its nice to have and not use... » Read More To be honest it depends on your situation. The sear station is not like on other grills that I have owned that is separate from the other elements. I used it a lot on my Charm-glow to get a nice sear on i my meats. However the sear station on the Weber does not appear to work that way or at least I don't use it that way. I just use it as an extra element to maintain consistent heat overall. The side burner is nice to have as I have used it alot when cooking beans and sauces. If you are on a budget then I would say skip it. However if you have the cash get it its nice to have and not use than to not have and need. Come to think of it now that I am typing I did use it once. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I bought a remanufactured unit, which was less then the new unit. 349.00 new and 279.00 remfg. I don't know where you found the new unit for 249.00? I have to tell you that I am very pleased with the one I bought. Have not used my regular stove oven since. The convection feature is great. Pizza is the best. Pies are wonderful Cookies are even better. VERY PLEASED.
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I have the weber genesis 330 it worked ok but the griddle never seemed to get as hot as I hoped for and I returned it after a few tries. Found a better one from Nordic ware it was not as heavy duty but did heat up much nicer. its on Amazon for 39.99 good luck
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I contacted the Parent Company, Empire Comfort and the larger Burner is not available anymore. You can find some old stock around, but the company has decided to manufacture the part in the USA. The Smaller Burner has the same BTU's. I'm not sure if everyone is aware but Broilmaster Burners have a Life time Warranty. You only pay for Shipping $20. I'm getting about 3 years before they rust out.
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Instructions that came with it recommend not using larger than a 10" skillet. I use a 2" deep fryer 10" skillet and A brabd of dutch oven like the expensive pans because they are large and sides angle in to fit inside the largest ring in the PIC. I haven't had any issues with the size at all. I have noticed the heated surface is hotter in the center and is less hot around outside edge. When I am browning a large amount of hamburger in my 2" deep skillet, I have to move meat from outside to inside where it will brown faster unless I up the temp. It will cook, but not as quickly as inside ring. I guess that is true with most burners, but I do wish Nuwave would make a 12". Bottom line is the burner really works and is worth purchasing. I have a microwave/convection oven, a 6 qt Nesco Roaster and this Nuwave PIC. I live in a 2 yr old RV and have never used my stove or oven.
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I've read that the 325 is the same product as the 320, but it was created for Costco sales only. You'll find some 3rd parties selling it, but we can guess where they bought them to resell.
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Have not used the 330 but the 370 is great. My husband I have gone out in the 370 several times and loved it and last time we took our 7 year old daughter with us and it was great. We have not gone white water either just some nice lakes.the rating and weight compacity are two things you need to compare.that will tell how good it is and how much it can handle.Make sure it is mets the NMMA requirements.
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I have a JenAir 3 main burner 1 side and a rotisserie inferred the stock regulator was 1/2 psi with the 1 psi there is the same control with the burner knobs but it has a better high end for searing, the 36'' ss line is a added plus I always felt that the stock rubber line was inferior for the price of the unit. Im very satisfied with the regulator, like you I had concerns with the higher psi. I hope this helps
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How much storage space do you have? If you have plenty of space go with the one I bought, as it has a roomier surface to work with, and a couple of extra handy accessories. The only drawback we've found so far is the ash catcher at the bottom is made of thin aluminum and may warp a bit with the heat. This has made the levers at the bottom harder to move on our grill. I think both models have the same ash catcher.
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The heat output of the newer design from Weber really puts a lot more than the older generations. I have the NG model with the sear burner between the two left burners. This gives a lot of heat concentrated on this area.In other words, the searing power is more than adequate. If you check the models that run on a propane will put out even more heat, if the NG model is not hot enough for youIf you have an older weber genesis , you will be pleased with the new ones performance. Get the one with the sear (4th) burner. I can even make a small batch of fries with the side burner while I am cooking steaks.Good luck!Gh for you The heat output of the newer design from Weber really puts a lot more than the older generations. I have the NG model with the sear burner between the two left burners. This gives a lot of heat concentrated on this area.In other words, the searing power is more than adequate. If you check the models that run on a propane will put out even more heat, if the NG model is not hot enough for youIf you have an older weber genesis , you will be pleased with the new ones performance. Get the one with the sear (4th) burner. I can even make a small batch of fries with the side burner... » Read More The heat output of the newer design from Weber really puts a lot more than the older generations. I have the NG model with the sear burner between the two left burners. This gives a lot of heat concentrated on this area.In other words, the searing power is more than adequate. If you check the models that run on a propane will put out even more heat, if the NG model is not hot enough for youIf you have an older weber genesis , you will be pleased with the new ones performance. Get the one with the sear (4th) burner. I can even make a small batch of fries with the side burner while I am cooking steaks.Good luck!Gh for you « Show Less
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I have had no problems with mine so far, and I use a pretty big burner as well. The only issue I have found is that fittings leak (actually it's more of a dribble). It is so minor I rarely even notice it.
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Jason, I have the NXT 300 and it is really great- large cooking area and really quick. down side - it is not as compact and quick to set up as LXE. But it does my family of 5 on week long camping trips
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You CAN buy the extra fire box for smoking, however, not only is the 5050 a mediocre griller, I've heard that as a smoker, it downright sucks. Apparently all of the seams leak terribly, and the grill is totally ineffective as a smoker. I'll never buy another Char Griller product, and their customer service is just awful. CharBroil is even worse. Sorry to say, if you really want a quality grill or smoker, you'll have to buy a Weber or one of the other quality brands. They cost more, but over the life of the grill/smoker, you'll really get your money's worth. Hope that helped.Alan
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You can use the side burner for both, the grate can be raised about an inch or so for cooking/searing, then lowered flush for pots and pans. The side burner grate for that model comes with a cast iron grate that needs to be highly maintained due to the high heat burning off the seasoning of the grate. I ordered the stainless sided burner grate separately as it's low maintenance. Hope that helps
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Thank you all for taking the time to help me out with this. i have decided to just belly up the extra money and but an actual burner. 110000 BTU and a wide base should suit me well. thanks again for all of your advice.
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the older e-310 had the burner controls on the side counter and didnt fold down. the newer E-310 was redisgned with burner knobs up front. i've got the newer spirit two burner and they both fold down.
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R. Majewski asked about the BTU rating of this unit. I too would like to know the BTU rating before I buy, but in addition I would like to know what type of burner is installed. Is it cast iron or stainless steel. We live on a salt water canal in Florida and cast iron burners rust out rather quickly because of the high humidity.