1.      What is supplied with the drum?

The drum comes with 2 locking collars, and a hex key, to secure it to your rotisserie. It is made to fit over a standard 5/16” sq. spit rod, and a standard 6rpm rotisserie motor. It does not come with a  rotisserie kit, that includes the spit rod, the brackets and solid bearing and a 5 rpm motor that is needed to rotate the drum

2.      What are your recommendations for a grill and rotisserie set up?

Any grill that is at least 22K btu rated and is big enough to accept a drum that measures 8” X 12”. If you roast in cold weather you will need a grill with 36K to 45K btu. I like the rotisserie kit that is sold by Char-Broil, and can be bought at Home Depot. Char-Broil Premium Electric Rotisserie kit $33, I have had success with B04 charbroil 30K, and the one I really like is the Fiesta 30K.

3.      How much would it cost me to go from scratch?

It would cost approximately  $500, this includes a Grill, a rotisserie, a thermometer, a fan, and a cooling tray, and of course a RK Drum.

4.      Do I need a cooling tray?

Yes, you will need a cooling tray and a fan, I use a 20” box fan, and a 3” X 16” sifter. The sifter can be bought at any restaurant supply store

5.      Do I need a thermometer?

No, but I recommend that you get one. It is easier to duplicate roasts when you use a thermometer. One of the best ones is a Char-Broil Thermometer, found at Home Depot

6.      Do I need a timer?

No, but I do recommend that you use one. It is easier to duplicate roast when you use a timer.

7.      Will I need a pair of thermal gloves?

YES, these are a must, the grill, drum and spit rod get extremely hot, and will burn you in a second. I suggest that you get a glove that will with stand 500+ degrees for 30 seconds or more. They make a knitted mitt that works nicely, and can be bought at Wal-Greens. I use one glove, and the wooden handle on the spit rod. I recommend this Glove made from Nomex and Kevlar, goes by the name of

The Ove” Glove

8.      Can I roast indoors?

NO, all gas, propane or charcoal grill should be use outdoors.

9.      Do you sell other things besides the drum?

Yes I sell a high torque gear drive motor assembly. The faster 50-rpm motor is great for those who roast 3 to 4 lbs each time. It will withstand the side loads that a full drum transfers to the motor. Although the 5 rpm motor will do 4 lbs, it shorten its life.

10.  Can I get a nice even roast with a slower standard rotisserie motor.

Yes, it is designed to do just that. I find it does a great job from ¼ to 2lbs. It will do 3 to 4 lbs but it labors the standard 5 rpm motor. Also the Webber motor only rotates at 3 rpm and a little slow for a good mix.

11.  What does the motor assembly come with?

It is a complete assembly, ready to mount on your grills side tray, or plastic side tray. Requires a Rotisserie kit, spit rod, brackets, and solid bearing.

12.  What is the advantage of a 50 or higher speed motor.

It will produce a nice even roast, in about 2 to 3 minutes less time, or will allow you roasts at a lower temperature due to the increase hot air flow through the drum. It will out last a standard slow rpm motor, and is more suited for heavier batch weights.

13.  Will I need special tools to mount the motor assemble and or the drum?

Yes you will need some tools, but not special tools. The drum comes with a hex key for the locking collars. You will need and adjustable wrench or ½ “ wrench to attach the motor assembly if you buy one. It would be nice to have a screwdriver, both straight and Phillips, a set of hex key, the ones that fold up into their holder will do.

NOTE

A rotisserie kit is not included and will be needed to complete the set up.