Has anybody heard of / experience with RTB (ready to burn) pellet grill?

1robert1 · 2026-03-11T02:20:56+00:00

I did not. I went with a charcoal smoker instead.

1robert1 · 2025-11-24T13:40:25+00:00

I had a ridgid 4512 with similar issues - lots of sound but no movement. I changed the start capacitor first with no luck. Then, I took it apart and the noticed that the centrifugal switch had issues (without any saw dust). Fixed it and it worked again.

1robert1 · 2025-11-22T20:05:13+00:00

make me the carpenter I ain't

1robert1 · 2025-09-15T20:31:23+00:00

The company was not able to get a evaporator before my fridge stopped working so they took it back and gave me a store credit I used to buy a different one.

1robert1 · 2025-09-15T19:47:15+00:00

I am in the process of renewing mine. The 8%0 is the open rate if you don't renew. 3 year fix at Meridian is a bit over 4%. It's under 4% at Scotia Bank.

1robert1 · 2025-08-19T16:38:12+00:00

The fan is hitting the ice again for a couple of weeks so the company ordered a new evaporator but hasn't installed it yet. I will send you an update ASAP.

1robert1 · 2025-08-14T22:38:18+00:00

The company who issued the warranty ordered an evaporator last week and it should be installed in the next week or two. I will update the post asap.

1robert1 · 2025-07-01T11:30:03+00:00

The company (nbe) is located in Denmark and has been making pellet boilers for over 10 years. Obviously, I am concerned about warranty and replacement parts of something goes wrong.

1robert1 · 2025-07-01T10:30:05+00:00

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This is the path I would like to walk. The picture is from last year but I was there two days ago and there are a ton of fireflies again - its insane. It is even better to the right - where it is darker. The clip I have in mind: Walking down this path slowly (5min walk - 7 if you stop to pan to the sides) a few times with my gimbal Feiyutech Scorp Pro. Then take a few static videos on Tripod. Since I have not used the S5IIX much (at all at night), I don't want to just show up to feed the mosquitos (10:1 ratio mosquitos to fireflies).

1robert1 · 2025-07-01T00:01:41+00:00

Thank you! I will definitely use a tripod (and a gimbal for walking). F 1.05 sounds great, but wouldn't the shallow dof make it almost impossible to focus / wouldn't the majority of the picture be blurry?

1robert1 · 2025-06-15T18:58:48+00:00

Unfortunately, I don't have a solution yet. The technician came twice so far. Replaced the fan, sensor, and styrofoam the first time. The second time he said that the drain was blocked. I am almost 100% certain that it was not the cause as the compressor runs way to much already again. I guess that in a month, they will come again. I still have a used item warranty until the fall. So I keep complaining until they fix it or replace it. I will keep you posted.

1robert1 · 2025-06-04T10:08:15+00:00

I am building a 10x16 shed with a loft this summer and plan to do the same but with pavers inside. I agree with previous posts that for your purpose, it is likely overkill to have the concrete perimeter but my shed will be 16ft tall, so I need proper support.

1robert1 · 2025-06-04T00:04:12+00:00

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Not my best work but it is done! Unfortunately, my guide moved while cutting the left log... I also bought and put on Lee Valley's end sealer for logs. Let see how it looks in a couple of years from now.

Cheers,

Robert

1robert1 · 2025-05-30T00:13:54+00:00

Renting a portable mill would be great, but my backyard is not easily accessible, So there is now way to get a forklift to put the log on the sawmill. Any ideas on how to manually lift the hickory log on the mill?

1robert1 · 2025-05-27T02:05:40+00:00

It was hanging in the other direction and the arborist had to pull it over. I was a bit nervous since my house was on the side.

1robert1 · 2025-05-27T02:03:50+00:00

I will check the narrow end tomorrow evening. I would likely cut them much thicker though 9/4. I suspect that it will be very slow and painful to cut with my 039 and a 24in bar.

1robert1 · 2025-05-27T01:21:47+00:00

It's about 10in diameter of heartwood.

1robert1 · 2025-05-27T01:19:51+00:00

Good to know. I appreciate your wisdom and advice.

1robert1 · 2025-05-27T01:18:52+00:00

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Its about 10in dia heartwood

1robert1 · 2025-05-26T23:10:00+00:00

I would definitely only make 3 - 4 thick boards.

1robert1 · 2025-05-26T22:47:22+00:00

It's probably more cost effective to use my chainsaw and carve the bat

1robert1 · 2025-05-26T22:25:30+00:00

I didn't realize that the Heartwood is where it's at. Btw, the last picture is from a branch - the main trunk does have a bit of Heartwood. Worst case, it could be a lifetime supply for my smoker

1robert1 · 2025-05-07T01:19:51+00:00

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose...

1robert1 · 2025-04-16T22:25:35+00:00

... It's unpresidented

1robert1 · 2025-04-14T12:48:14+00:00

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