Nice, honest review. I made my own version with a wider longer chimney/flue. My only real complaint is that it is very inefficient on fuel. It takes masses of wood for a small cooking area. If you don't keep the fuel up , it gets smokey as the air flow isn't sufficient. I have gone to a wedge type flat pack pit, It's a winner, its a bbq, rotisserie and fire pit. $150 .
I have one too. The extra chimney pieces are a must. as it is a smoky little pig, the extra lenght of chimney keeps the smoke away from you. i also have the leg extensions which put it to the perfect hight when sitting next to it. I experimented with extra air intakes around the bottom but that didn't help. ultimately it needs a 3inch chimny.
+Aussie Outdoor Reviews the extra length of the legs is definitely a good idea it makes it better to sit by and for cooking but have a look at Bunnings because they sell the same type of piping which I believe has the thread on it and would fit the ozPig the pipes a cup to various sizes
Was interested in the ozpig and appreciate your info. Well presentedI'm convinced now I will get one for this summer. I love an open flame camping and here are fewer and fewer places that alolw a fire these days. Ozpig here I come
+Jon Carter I wish I had the gear to make my own. I would definitely make the flue bigger in diameter to improve the drawing. Its a pain cooking snags and having to crack the plate open to get more air and keep the temp regular, especially when burning softwoods.
Thanks for commenting Ben, it didn't take very long for the paint to burn off and start to get some surface rust. I have since wire brushed and repainted 3 times. Kill Rust rattle cans are the best paint I have tried so far. Matte black exhaust Hi temp paint was crap. The ozpig must be kept under the patio when not in use.
Hey there I have an oz pig and its a piece of shit 50mm chimney is to restrictive need to be 3 inch And the ash grate needs to be up off the bottom to make it go proper Disappointed really
Your not wrong, check out the series 2 Ozpig, they have increased the diameter of where the flue meets the body of the pig, vented door, leg extensions and a new designed warming plate. No update to the ash grate though!
Good review. Thanks
Thanks! I just uploaded a first look at series 2 Ozpig as well!
I’m gonna get me one. Yours looks old they are different now
Yeah mate that’s a series 1, there is the series 2 and big pig now. There’s a new video on my channel with the series 2 first look!
Nice, honest review. I made my own version with a wider longer chimney/flue. My only real complaint is that it is very inefficient on fuel. It takes masses of wood for a small cooking area. If you don't keep the fuel up , it gets smokey as the air flow isn't sufficient. I have gone to a wedge type flat pack pit, It's a winner, its a bbq, rotisserie and fire pit. $150 .
Any more info on the flat pack pit? Sounds like its another good option!
I haven't weighed it but its very similar to the ozpig, for a weight reference.
I have one too. The extra chimney pieces are a must. as it is a smoky little pig, the extra lenght of chimney keeps the smoke away from you. i also have the leg extensions which put it to the perfect hight when sitting next to it. I experimented with extra air intakes around the bottom but that didn't help. ultimately it needs a 3inch chimny.
Do you reckon the $30 for the legs are worth it or have a go at making your own?
+Aussie Outdoor Reviews the extra length of the legs is definitely a good idea it makes it better to sit by and for cooking but have a look at Bunnings because they sell the same type of piping which I believe has the thread on it and would fit the ozPig the pipes a cup to various sizes
Great I have a bunnings opened near me Ill see if I cant get some piping.
Was interested in the ozpig and appreciate your info. Well presentedI'm convinced now I will get one for this summer. I love an open flame camping and here are fewer and fewer places that alolw a fire these days. Ozpig here I come
Thanks mate I’ve got a few now they are great units!
Thanks for that, was very informative. i think i'll buy one based on your review......cheers
I'm please you liked the vid, did you end up getting your ozpig?
Sure did with most of the bits and pieces. great bit of kit/
Great review mate. I can't bring myself to spend the $$$$$ so I'm making my own. Got some useful tips from your video. Cheers 👍
+Jon Carter I wish I had the gear to make my own. I would definitely make the flue bigger in diameter to improve the drawing. Its a pain cooking snags and having to crack the plate open to get more air and keep the temp regular, especially when burning softwoods.
How did the one go that you made John. For me, it is a once in a life time purchase... worth it. Would have made one if I could weld.
i like how you're all rugged up but kept the pluggers on. #Straya
Thanks mate!
Good informative vid, sound is too low and exposure is bad & backlit, can't see a great deal.
Thanks for your feedback! Yeah it was my first video ever and I'm trying to improve the quality as i get more experience. Thanks for watching!
what about the finish on it? how long/how much use did it take before the coating diminished and it needed a touch up?
Thanks for commenting Ben, it didn't take very long for the paint to burn off and start to get some surface rust. I have since wire brushed and repainted 3 times. Kill Rust rattle cans are the best paint I have tried so far. Matte black exhaust Hi temp paint was crap. The ozpig must be kept under the patio when not in use.
I have just done a video on the Ozpigs rust, check it out!
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I wire brushed the scale off and then sprayed it with canola or vege oil when hot and it comes up quite good and is a lot easier than painting.
Hey there I have an oz pig and its a piece of shit
50mm chimney is to restrictive need to be 3 inch
And the ash grate needs to be up off the bottom to make it go proper
Disappointed really
Your not wrong, check out the series 2 Ozpig, they have increased the diameter of where the flue meets the body of the pig, vented door, leg extensions and a new designed warming plate. No update to the ash grate though!
i got 1!....... =O
Epic!