Thinking of getting a Kenyon Electric grill ...

[Skybolt]

I am going to build a wet bar over the winter for my cockpit, and wanted to include a recessed grill. I am considering the Kenyon electric grill, much like the one Sea Ray offers.

Anyway, how do they actually cook? I have a magna gas bbq, but I wanted something I can use while at the dock in a marina and I don't think there are many other options around.

So how do you like them?

 

[Do Over]

whats wrong with using the magna gas bbq?

 

[Skybolt]

In the North East you can't have an open flame in a marina. A Magna has always been not allowed for that reason, I guess I could build a USCG approved LP grill, but I can'r find one of those.

 

[Do Over]

In the North East you can't have an open flame in a marina. A Magna has always been not allowed for that reason, I guess I could build a USCG approved LP grill, but I can'r find one of those.

ahhhh.....we don't have those issues in the midwest...we use a Weber gas grill on the dock and the Magma on the boat....good luck.

 

[Rich122]

Skybolt

I have a built in Kenyon and it cooks just fine. I'm not saying it's going to cook 20 lbs of meat at once as well as a Magma gas grill, but it for tow to four people it's great. AND no dripping grease on the gunwales. It cooking surface is non stick so it cleans easily with soapy water and a George Forman type cleaning pad.
I use it all the time. The club has grills and picnic table for each dock area, but why carry all that food when I can prep and cook onboard in my own slip, listen to the radio and enjoy the boat.

I put a foil tray under the heating elements and places a layer of "lava" rocks for BBQs.

Rich

 

[Larry&Leisa]

Do Over it may be heading your way.... We used to be able to too. A few years ago stories of Texas banning them cropped up and sure enough last year we all had to remove ours. Smh

we we have had several buy the Kenyon's and liked them, other than cooking a little slower.

 

[Sous]

I use mine all the time. I've found that mine runs a little hot, so you've gotta keep a close eye on things to prevent burning or ruining a good steak. That said I use mine often and love it. Wouldn't go back to the Magma set up.

 

[Skybolt]

Wow, thanks for the responses, I wasn't expecting good things to be said.

Looks like I am putting one on order.

Thanks,
Orlando

 

[Mike Blake]

I have never had a problem cooking at my dock. In fact I put a gas grill up on land for all the boating people to use.

 

[2000SR380]

We always had Propane on the sailboat, but on the Sea Ray we use a George Forman electric grill. You do need a working generator, or shore power. It works fabulously. Cooks great, easy to clean, folds up nicely into a manageable box. It lives in the garage, unless we plan to use it on an outing. We put a matt down on the swim step, and fasten it to the hand rail. (http://www.target.com/p/george-fore...um_1_5&tempterm=george+foreman+electric+grill).

 

[BigBoysToys]

I did a custom install last spring and loved it all summer. Great addition to the boat. I'll post some pics when I get to my computer.

 

[DeepBlue]

I love our Kenyon. We cook on it just about each time we are on the boat. The drip tray really helps keep the whole system clean. I just wish I had a larger version for my patio.


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[ziekman@cox.net]

The Kenyon is one of the best and most utilized features that we got with the boat. Can't think of changing over boats without one. If we ever do upgrade to an older/bigger boat that didn't have one, I'd definitely want to be able to add one.

I could see having a Magma on board, but after lugging it back and forth every season and not using once in 3 years, it's been in the basement collecting dust for another 3 years. I loved the Magma, even though cleaning it was a chore. Like others said it low maintenance.

 

[DF470DA]

the Kenyon on my 470 is awesome.....it does a great job and is easy to keep clean. ....one of the things I didn't realize how much I'd use but am really glad I have it....

 

[Skybolt]

Man this is awesome, great responses, I just ordered one to be a recessed built-in. I'll post some pictures when I am done with it. Thanks for all of the great responses!

 

[Havana Shamrock]

What will you make the surround out of? I'll be following this

 

[Skybolt]

What will you make the surround out of? I'll be following this

My plan is to make a cabinet 20" x 40" with a Corinne top. One side will have a small sink and the other a 24" piece that will lift up via hinge to expose the grill.

The cabinet will be made of 1/2" marine plywood with the outside fiber-glassed and gel-coated. The inside will be epoxy sealed. A shelf will be 8" below the top and that area lined with stainless sheeting if needed (Not sure it is) The shelf itself maybe starboard. My goal is to have this double as a wet bar when not cooking. I think this will come out real nice, and I have more then a few months to get it right.

 

[Skybolt]

I did a custom install last spring and loved it all summer. Great addition to the boat. I'll post some pics when I get to my computer.

I think I saw your thread, you recessed the grill under the under the counter top? Great work, it looks awesome.

 

[BigBoysToys]

Yes, that was mine. Grilling on the Kenyon is a far better experience than the Magma. The heat is even, no flare-ups, easy cleanup...i couldn't be happier with my decision.

 

[Skybolt]

So I received my grill and supplys (rough corian, doors, sink and plywood for the carcass). I hope to start this project right after Christmas. I had the doors made by the boatoutfitters, that cost less then I could get the materials for. The doors are actually 30x18 double doors. The corian will need to be buffed to a shine once I am done. My plans are to cover the carcas with two layers of 5oz cloth sand putty and then spay with artic white gel coat a few thin coats then sand and buff.

The pictures were vertical, but the board turned them on there side. ...