RK Base Plate

$65.00 each

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Features

Made for the Do-it-yourselfer. Buy this if you would like to mount your own motor.
Custom Machined from Aluminum
Universal, works on almost any grill.
High Quality Aluminum Machined Mounts/Plates for your Motor/Grill
This is a generic base that can be assembled to mount on either side of your grill.

Buying Advice:

If you have your own motor and want to mount it, or have previously assembled your own motor mounts, then this will replace existing mounts. A professional way to mount your motor to any grill. Combine with the Motor Mount or opt for the Motor mount and base plate combo for a professional way to mount your own motor. Generally most won't need only this plate, but will instead opt for the plate combo.

Included

RK Base Plate
Free Shipping (Continental US Only)

Not Included

Power Cord and Extension Wiring if needed.
Drum
Power switch, if desired.
Mounting Screws (requires four 10/32 screws)
Couplers
Motor Mount
Grill
Rotisserie Rod, Brackets, Collars
Thermometers
Sheet Metal Mods

Looking for these missing parts or not interested in finding them yourself? Consider an Everything Kit that contains all the things you will need.

Click here for the 4LB Everything Kit

Click here for the 6LB Everything Kit

Click here for the 8LB Everything Kit

Notes to be Aware of:

Free shipping within the continental US
Generally ships in 2 days, however expect up to 2 weeks for delivery as supply levels sometimes vary.

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Allen M

July 17,2004 Allen M

This is a copy of a email posted on Sweet Marias coffee list.

Ron and All,

I finished assembly of my RK drum roaster today and I burned it in and I'm ready for my first roast!
I used a 35k BTU Char-grill model from Home Depot and I'm using Ron's gear drive motor which is sweet. The drum spins fast and
smooth and should be quiet enough to hear first crack. I located my thermometer about an inch too high but other than that, I think this is going to be a great little rig. Tip:
If you choose a Char-grill Pro thermometer like I did, use a "step bit" to drill the ~7/8th hole for the threaded mount. Step bits are expensive (about $35) but I use them almost everyday
at work to drill holes of all sizes in sheet metal. It cuts through the Char-grill lid like butter.

When I fired it up, the first thing I noticed was the large amount of heat that it puts out which is a big contrast from my Rosto. I realize this isn't quite a fair comparison, but I can already
tell that I'm going to enjoy roasting outdoors in winter. I played around with the controls while performing the break-in and the controls are sensitive but very responsive. I'm surprised how
quickly the temperature can shift and then hold steady.

Putting one of these together is not difficult, but there are a few considerations that give it a little twist over buying a pure appliance. I ended up pulling out my dremel tool to cut off the
"foot pegs" of the flame diffuser to lower it about an inch. Now it is perfect and enabled me to put the drum down low closer to the flame. When ordering, I told Ron I wanted the motor on the left side, but
I changed my mind during assembly. I really like how Ron designed the hardware to be re-configurable. It was a simple matter to change the motor and switch over to opposite hand. All the holes were
pre-drilled for mounting either side.

I would like to thank Ron for his help along the way. It is evident that he really cares about his drums and drum customers. I will reserve further comment and praise until after such time that I get to sample the fruits of his and my labor. More pictures
to come.

Allen

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TOM OWEN - Sweet Maria's

(This a review by Thomas Owen from Sweet Marias. I sent Tom 3 sample roasts, roasted in a gas grill, with the RK Roasting Drum. Below are Toms remarks.)

Hi Ron - thanks for sharing the coffee! In short, I am incredibly impressed. The roasts really appear to be professional drum roast quality without any sign of scorching or tipping, and on the City + and Full City you really nailed the degree of roast on the head. The cup quality was excellent on these two. Again, I am impressed. This is better than a lot of small-batch roasters produce.
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Dick Coffee

Hi Shane,

I love my RK drum - I think I've probably roasted 100 pounds in it by
now. As bad weather begins to creep into Northern Indiana I have a
little more time on my hands and I realized I neglected to let you know
that a friend of mine wrote an article about my roasting. If you go to
www.thebeacher.com - go to past issues for 2011, select October 6 and
you'll get a pdf version of The Beacher. If you scroll down to page 36
you'll find Charley's article. The RK drum gets honorable mentions
there. I hope you enjoy it.

Dick Coffee
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Bob Wuest

January 14, 2004
Ron,

I received the drum and I am impressed the way you have made it. People tease me that I over build when I make anything, but there is no substitute for strength and quality. I can see how the drum will last forever, great work.

I haven't roasted coffee in it yet, but I did the initial burn. I have a small BBQ, but the heat
quickly climbed to 500 degrees and then slowly up to the 600-degree range, way more then I had expected or need. I am looking forward to roasting. Feel free to use my comment on your web site.

Sincerely,
Bob Wuest #44
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Kevin McWeeney

Hi Ron,

I received the Drum and Motor setup on Thursday, I had
to make a few adjustments to get it level and in line
on my Weber grill, took about 10 minutes and then let
the drum burn in for about 15 minutes.

Today (Saturday) I did two roasts, the first roast was
a little over done but the second roast came out very
nice. Each roast was 1 pound. It is going to take
some practice with roast times and getting the drum
into the grill without losing too much heat and
getting the beans into the cooling tray but I think
after 3 or 4 roasts I should have it down.

The motor is very quiet and I have no problem hearing
the first crack.

I am pleased with the drum and motor and look forward
to many roasts, you have a great product.

Kevin
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