I have an old traeger that was handed down to me. The sticker in the hopper is missing. I’m wanting to replace the old 3 position analog switch with a new digital multi temp one. The one I bought thinking would work physically is too big for opening. Also, even though all the wires matched up, after running for about 2 mins kept blowing fuse in the new controller. Anyone able to help identify this grill as well which updated controller would work?
by Aranoxf5
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If this is a photo of one of your cooks, maybe share the recipe and techniques
used, as it’s almost guaranteed one of the first questions you will be asked!
*What seasoning did you use?
*How long did you cook it, and at what temperature?
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What model controller did you try? I’m using an ortech TR-100 in mine
I have a similar old one and bought a new digital temp with probes off AliExpress. From what I remember, I did cut the hole a little larger cause it didn’t fit that was years ago at this point still going good. Think I used the Dremel tool with a little cutting wheel.
According to ChatGPT:
That’s one of the older “Lil’ Tex / BBQ070” units (sometimes branded “Lil’ Tex Classic” or, on later runs with the digital controller, “Lil’ Tex Elite 22”).
You’ve got a good one. Lot thicker steel. Totally worth the effort of refurbishing. Everything should be replaceable.