new build in werribee

[Sharkey]

Re: new build in werribee

Hi Colin

Great 1000th post.

I reckon your next build thread will be really worth following too. It's amazing to see how the builds have evolved over the few years that I have been on this forum. I think Karangi Doug and I were the first to use a tapered arch and now it is the norm. Plus the introduction of heat breaks, thermo-couples etc has kept it moving. I'm always amazed at the level of skill shown on this forum especially when you consider that the vast majority of builders are amateurs.

Keep up the good work.

[GianniFocaccia]

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Colin,

Sorry to hear of your loss. Life throws so many unexpected complications at us that it is a blessing to have the opportunity to walk out to our ovens with a lighter and a drink to reflect on all the blessings we have.

1,000 posts, huh? Funny how time flies! Don't sweat it, your oven will be completed when it's good and ready...

[oasiscdm]

Re: new build in werribee

Hi All

I was hoping this my 1000 post would have me revealing my completed oven but this will not be the case due to a recent family bereavement.

So I thought that I should dedicate this post to all those on this wonderful forum that have helped and assisted me throughout my build. All assistance has been more than appreciated and I would not have been able to complete my oven as I have without the insights and assistance from this forum.

I want to thank publicy all those who have assisted me throughout my build

Doug – Karangi Dude
John – Giannifocaccia
Russel - Utahbeehiver
Sharkey
DavidS
Dave – Cobblerdave
Gulf
Lee – lburou
Les
Liteceeper
Kbartman

And everyone else OS and in Aus that have contributed and assisted that I may not have mentioned in the above list that have offered their skills, thoughts, compliments etc. Thourghout there are too many to list.

It has made this build all the more fun being able to share it with basically the world, and people I may never actually meet. This is a great forum, the knowledge here is abundant and thorough making the build much more informed and easier for the novice.

Currently I am indexing my first page so as to allow Newbies to navigate this thread more easily taking anyone straight to the main parts of my build with direct links pointing to the various stages. I hope this will help long term as it is a big thread due to all my questions and lots of useful conversation.

Thankyou one and all

[oasiscdm]

Re: new build in werribee

Thanks to each of you for responding......regarding lighting inside the oven.

Can you send me photo's of what you guys have setup would be much appreciated. Was in Bunnies today with a client and had a brief look.

[oasiscdm]

Re: new build in werribee

Colin,

If you are able to find a light that can handle the temps of the vent area, can it be kept clean enough with all the smoke and soot? I seen some other builds like Dave who have used a goose neck/ball cap that sits on the outside and points in when you need the light and put away when you don't. BTW how's the digit, broken or not?

Thanks Russell

Not black anymore but throbbing the whole time but slowly improving. Do you know that when your toe is like this [broken] anything that falls actually lands on the Bloody TOE. Ouuuccccchhh

[TropicalCoasting]

Re: new build in werribee

https://www.bbqbiz.com.au/images/D/A...L100_1_300.jpg
something like this would work
ALDi has them a few times a year for about $15
Try Ebay or Bunnings

[Greenman]

Re: new build in werribee

I have a light on a flexible/adjustable lead anchored outside the oven. It has multiple LED's and runs off 3 AAA batteries. It provides plenty of light and since it can be kept out of the way when not in use it does not get stained by smoke.

The batteries last for a couple of months. Sounds a bit like Daves unit.

[brissie]

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OK guys I have a question regarding lighting. Am finding it hard using oven at night and seeing into the dome.

Checking the site out, the latest info on oven lighting dates back to 2012 [shit that's when I started building this thing].

Has anyone got any updates on lighting for the oven would like to install one inside some how probably just in behind the entry arch.

Have googled but not having much luck....

I did do some research, but dropped the idea while building my oven. Its not just the bulb and the holder, its also the wiring needs to be heat resistant.

You would need fibre glass insulated wire, or at a minimum silicon rubber coated wire, less then 300 degrees I guess it would be okay. Ceramic bulb holders are available. It really does depend where you put the light(s), in the flue gallery? I would keep out of the oven as its just to hot.

I think 12 volt is okay, 240 volt is just dangerous around the heat of a WFO.

[UtahBeehiver]

Re: new build in werribee

Colin,

If you are able to find a light that can handle the temps of the vent area, can it be kept clean enough with all the smoke and soot? I seen some other builds like Dave who have used a goose neck/ball cap that sits on the outside and points in when you need the light and put away when you don't. BTW how's the digit, broken or not?

[oasiscdm]

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Do you have a picture?
Have found Googlng 'oven lamp assembly' interesting, I wonder if that works with solar.

[cobblerdave]

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G'day
I've got given a silly looking ball cap with a led light in the brim. Solar charged battery.
The silly thing works well enough I've never bothered to find another thing.
Regards Dave

[oasiscdm]

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Thx David.

Pizza as you pointed out isn't the issue. I Have done that I placed 240v flood above opening, but this doesn't help when using residual heat. I need light in the entry pointing into the oven.

I am interested in a 240v high temp permanent solution similar lighting in a normal inside oven. I have searched and searched with no luck so far.

[david s]

Re: new build in werribee

If you're cooking pizzas then you should maintain a flame on the side. This will provide the light. For bread and roasts I use a movable LED light powered by a 12v 12AH battery, for use with my mobile oven. The light is incredibly bright and will last all night on a charge. Or you can set up a permanent 240V aimed at the oven mouth.

[oasiscdm]

Re: new build in werribee

OK guys I have a question regarding lighting. Am finding it hard using oven at night and seeing into the dome.

Checking the site out, the latest info on oven lighting dates back to 2012 [shit that's when I started building this thing].

Has anyone got any updates on lighting for the oven would like to install one inside some how probably just in behind the entry arch.

Have googled but not having much luck....

[Lancer]

Re: new build in werribee

Cold first and warm later, yes?