Equipment hack
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After a few batches hand cranking I upgraded to the LEM 30 lb electric stuffer. You can stuff a 30lb batch into 19mm casings in about 20 minutes.mfrievalt I have the 20 lb model, it is nice when I do big jobs, I have a Walton’s 11 lber for smaller jobs.
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It’s so nice to use the 11 lb unit. It is just the perfect size for home use
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twilliams there is a different company out there that sells these. They come in a few different sizes. A metal plunger to clear out the tube and then a brush for cleaning. Thought about trying them instead of using a wooden spoon handle (mine are actually plastic) I even thought about buying a couple different size dowel rods to try.
Randie N I have those and they do work, the real advantage is they are stainless steel so when done I just put them in the dish washer and call it a day.
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Well, they are in stock and ready to order https://www.waltonsinc.com/waltons-stuffer-clearing-eggs Obviously they are the best color! Yes, Orange is the best color, it just isn’t the best HAT color
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Very first time I tried them, I did exactly what it says not to do on the website. Stuffing liverwurst and stuffed the ball in the casing and sealed it up and put in with the rest to dry. Went back to the stuffer and no ball.
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Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
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Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
twilliams Those are great hacks. Thanks.
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Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
twilliams I had been using silicone oil, some of the same food grade stuff I use on the grinder parts, etc. But maybe your idea may work better it sounds like. Made up seven plus quarts of turkey bone broth tonight & processed them. Need to try your idea on my pressure canner seals too instead of the silicone oil.
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Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
twilliams great hack. Thanks
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Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
twilliams Having the same problem, I will try this thanks
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Well, they are in stock and ready to order https://www.waltonsinc.com/waltons-stuffer-clearing-eggs Obviously they are the best color! Yes, Orange is the best color, it just isn’t the best HAT color
Jonathon It is a great hat color, especially when upland bird or deer hunting.
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glen let us know how it works for you
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twilliams It works for me. I am definitely pulling a vacuum without pressing on the top like I was having to do Thanks for the tip
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twilliams It works for me. I am definitely pulling a vacuum without pressing on the top like I was having to do Thanks for the tip
glen that’s awesome!!
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Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
twilliams said in Equipment hack:
Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
Nice find!!
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Another equipment hack I did tonight, probably a little late but anyhoo.
So how many people use mineral oil to condition your rubber seal on your smoker door to keep it from getting brittle and/or sticking to the smoker cabinet edge surface?
Tonight I was vacuum sealing up the latest batch of snack sticks and I just couldn’t get a good suction on some of the bags. After looking at the foam at the suction port right next to the seal bar it was very brittle and dry almost like it was deteriorating. I took a damp wash cloth and patted it all down. And wouldn’t you know, it sucked like a champ. So that gave me the idea that I should be conditioning that as well with mineral oil. Just a light coat after each final use before storage is all it needs.
I’m also gonna use it for the rubber seals on my truck doors. Should keep it from freezing shut I would think.
Caution……besides the smoker being true the other items is just theory and has not been proven yet……in the works.
twilliams lol… I just did all the gaskets and o rings on my vac seal last week with mineral oil
If you look at food grade lubricant, you’ll see it is just mineral oil somehow thickened. I bought a tube last week right after I did the seals with mineral oil, got it next day and found it was just mineral oil too lol! Good tip to pass on
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