Oklahoma Joe’s
Excessive Grease Drainage
Grease bucket fills unusually fast or overflows during normal cooking
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Possible Causes
Cooking large amounts of fatty meat, Drip tray slope increased by warping, Grease bucket too small or not seated, Missing or damaged grease bucket hook
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Let grease cool before handling the bucket.
- Verify the grease bucket is the correct OEM size and is fully seated on its hook.
- Inspect the drip tray for warping that may concentrate grease flow; replace if necessary.
- For very fatty cooks (e.g., pork shoulder, brisket), monitor the bucket level periodically and empty as needed.
Warning: An overflowing grease bucket can cause grease fires and damage decks or patios.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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