Well, here is the original thermo on my big ugly pit and ain't worked in some time. Need to replace it.
I found a Tel Tru that would work, but it was $120.00 so I went a Googling for a better deal.I may have found a suitable replacement at Grainger. 3" Ashcroft bi-metal, 4" stem (the original only had a 3" stem) 50°-550°...
Sure hope it works... Might be a little harder to read... Oh yeah, this model is on clearance for $11.52... Also ordered the Thermowell for it so with shipping it all added up to $27.00!
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That's a great buy. Ashcroft makes really good thermos. Should work just fine.
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Hey James, here's a quick fix that I have used on hard to read thermos. My old eyes need the extra help.
I draw lines on the glass at 225° and one at 250° using a bright red auto touch-up paint pen. Then I can see where the needle is compared to the lines.
Another trick, if the face of the thermo will turn, turn the face to where when it reads 250° ( or what ever temp you want ) is dead top center. Then can see if it's high or low from center reading at a glance.
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I draw lines on the glass at 225° and one at 250° using a bright red auto touch-up paint pen. Then I can see where the needle is compared to the lines.
Another trick, if the face of the thermo will turn, turn the face to where when it reads 250° ( or what ever temp you want ) is dead top center. Then can see if it's high or low from center reading at a glance.
JWWFM-YMMV
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OSD wrote:Hey James, here's a quick fix that I have used on hard to read thermos. My old eyes need the extra help.
I draw lines on the glass at 225° and one at 250° using a bright red auto touch-up paint pen. Then I can see where the needle is compared to the lines.
Another trick, if the face of the thermo will turn, turn the face to where when it reads 250° ( or what ever temp you want ) is dead top center. Then can see if it's high or low from center reading at a glance.
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Hey Jim... Believe it or not, I had thought of that... Guess great minds think alike!
Since this thermo is adjustable, I'll also calibrate it so that it reads the same temp as the cooking grate.
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