Discover the benefits of cooking on a raised grid, adding half-moon deflectors, baking pizza and using handles.
Grilling on a Raised Grid:
The MiniMax Expander raises the cooking grid slightly above the top of the base (felt line) for grilling on a raised grid. The Expander is easy to use, simply set it on the fire ring, add the cooking grid, and start grilling.
Pair Half-Moon Deflectors for BBQ:
The Expander pairs perfectly with a pair of 10-inch half-moon deflectors for BBQ, providing all-around heat deflection. Adding the 10" drip pan is key to protecting the deflector and EGG from messy drippings. Foil the drip pan to extend coverage and quick clean up.
Note: CGS ceramic spacers can not be used with a deflector and pan. Also, EGG's ConvEGGtor does not fit the MiniMax Expander.
Grilling with Two Temperature Zones:
If you are looking to maximize a direct/indirect set-up for two zone grilling, consider a 12 or 13-inch half-moon deflector. 13 half-moon is pictured below.
Sliding 2nd Level:
It's now possible to add a second level. The 2nd level only works with the current MiniMax Woo that has handles and "L" shape legs between top and bottom rings, as pictured throughout the page.
If you have one of our original MiniMax Woo's where the lower ring drops inside the fire ring or no handles, call us. We'll look up order and offer you a 50% discount on a new MiniMax Woo.
More details can be found at: Sliding Second Level
How to Set-up for Pizza:
Additionally, the Expander is ideal for setting up a pizza cooking station, with the option to add a second 10-inch Ceramic Stone and ceramic spacers. Ceramic spacers create space between the stones and help push the pizza stone higher in the dome. You can find the Spacers on our Ceramic (Pizza) Stone page.
Handles Make for Quick Lump Access:
One big advantage our Expander has over EGG's ConvEGGtor is accessing the lump. With our Expander you do not have to disassemble the set-up. Just pick the Expander up by the handles and everything comes with it - deflector, drip pan, grid and food.
Lump Baskets & Woks:
- The Expander does not interfere with Big Green EGG and Kick Ash Baskets.
- The Expander with handles will not hold a wok. Best to use our Minimax Big Green EGG Accessory Ring - CGS Spider.
Important - MiniMax Mods:
If your MiniMax is newer than 2015, you can skip this. Late 2015, Big Green EGG modified the MiniMax fire ring to create a bigger drop from felt line to fire ring. The pre-2015 drop was 0.75". The post 2015 (current) is 1.50". As an FYI, the fire ring is the donut shape piece with the three convEGGtor notches that sits atop the firebox.
The Expander will fit your older MiniMax. Just note, you may find it best to set the Expander in the 3 ConvEGGtor notches. This will set the cooking grid lower in the dome.
Fabrication Specifications:
The MiniMax Woo is fabricated using 1/4-inch 304 Stainless Round bar. The MiniMax Woo is our design and proudly "Made in the USA" in our fabrication shop.
