ccp509 popcorn machine- costco -

wendytom · 01-12-06, 08:44 PM

on sale till 1-15-06

wendytom · 01-12-06, 08:48 PM

also if you buy this machine you need to bend the stirring rod from straight up and down to on an angle with pliers then it will not jam up...just make sure you bend it the right way so when it is spinning it helps lift the popcorn out-bend it like this \

Strummer · 01-13-06, 01:04 AM

Bought it today online. Thanks for the heads up!

Z3r0 · 01-19-06, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wendytom

also if you buy this machine you need to bend the stirring rod from straight up and down to on an angle with pliers then it will not jam up...just make sure you bend it the right way so when it is spinning it helps lift the popcorn out-bend it like this \

You have a picture of your bent Stirer? I'm having a problem with the kernels getting stuck using the 4oz funpop prepacks. If I make a slighly smaller batch it doesnt stick. This might be a good solution for not having to split up my pre-paks

Strummer · 01-19-06, 04:49 PM

I have started off not using prepacks and so far have no jamming problems at all. I'm using the measuring cup that came with the machine to add the corn, and the correct size piece of the Lou Ana coco-butter sticks. It works very well, and fairly fast when pre-heated for about 3-4 minutes.

Z3r0 · 01-19-06, 05:08 PM

Im thinking this may be the way to go as well. I tried to find coconut oil locally but have had no luck so it looks like im going to either have to purchase the lou ana stick or a gallon of coconut oil. How many batches can you make out of 1 stick? price wise it looks better to buy the 1 gallon container then the 1lb of lou ana's

wendytom · 01-19-06, 07:06 PM

just grab it with a pair of pliers and bend it down so it is on an angle not straight up and down,just look at the way it spins to make sure you bend it the right way so it makes the bent part like a scoop-I will try to take a pic...also i just got another machine because i bought one when it was not on sale then it went on sale but they made me return the other one and repurchase another one instead of giving me the diff in money...anyway point is the one i just got is alittle different then the first --the light on this one is in the front -other was in the back-also top of machine the piece that is held on by like six screws sticks up alittle other one was flat and had a round piece that stuck up --I will try to get a pic of this too.

Z3r0 · 01-19-06, 07:44 PM

The one I have the light is on the front as well the top is also flat and is raised slightly.does the stirer on your current one look the same as the last one? I attached a pic of my kettle do you mean to bend the part I have circled in red to the yellow position?

wendytom · 01-19-06, 09:06 PM

no the other part on the right side of your pic

wendytom · 01-19-06, 09:07 PM

kettle is the same

wendytom · 01-19-06, 09:20 PM

so you want to bend the part that looks like a upside down U .I believe it spins clockwise so you want to bend the part in your pic the same way you said with the yellow line you can also bend the part you circled but bend that the other way the way you have the yellow line for that it would be stabbing the pop corn not lifting it .i hope this all makes sense.i just bent the u and that worked so you bend it some and then try it and listen to the motor if it seems like it is still struggling bend it more.the first time i used mine it jammed so i got all engineer on its ASS, stood there and looked at it thinking to myself what to do what would help it work i came up with bending it and it has not jammed since .also considered puttin a HEMI in it !!!

Z3r0 · 01-19-06, 11:54 PM

I think I understand what your saying now. I need to bend it back making a wedge. I was thinking to bend the left side towards the center I guess looking at the picture it could look like it could be bent towards the back which would stab the popcorn. Im going to give this a try tommorrow without splitting up my prepak and hopefully the popcorn wont get stuck in the kettle. Thanks for being patient with me.

wendytom · 01-20-06, 11:34 AM

here are some pics

Z3r0 · 01-20-06, 11:47 AM

Thanks for the pics. Im going to try it out over the weekend and hopefully it wont jam.

Strummer · 01-20-06, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z3r0

How many batches can you make out of 1 stick? price wise it looks better to buy the 1 gallon container then the 1lb of lou ana's

The package I bought had 4-5 sticks inside, and each stick will do about 10-12 batches. The paper wrap on each stick is marked with 1TBSP lines which is the amount of oil our poppers are calling for. It does look like the gallon of liquid is a better value. Just maybe more messy to measure out.

DoyleS · 01-20-06, 06:00 PM

If you are using the 1 gal liquid oil, it may be easier if you get one of those squeeze bottles and just pour your oil first into the squeeze bottle. You can mark off on the side of the squeeze bottle how much an ounce is with gradations. Fairly easy to then point the squeeze bottle into the kettle and squeeze out the right amount. After several times you will know how much to use. It really isn't all that critical.

..Doyle

Z3r0 · 01-20-06, 09:17 PM

wendytom thanks for the tip it worked GREAT!!!
I was looking at the 1 gallon coconut oil from stargate. I think its a solid oil not a liquid.. if it is a liquid thats a good idea about the squirt bottle DoyleS.

Strummer · 01-23-06, 11:28 AM

OK, so after initially having no jamming trouble at all, last night it jammed twice during each of two batches I made. So it jammed 4 times total. Guess I'll be bending the stir rod too and let y'all know how it works for me too.

I also have a large number of un-popped kernals that seem to be getting blown out of the kettle with the poppers. After making two batches I gathered all the "old maids" and measured them to be 2/3 of a 509 measuring cup full. That's close to half of the total kernals used!

Z3r0 · 01-23-06, 02:14 PM

Strummer I agree you should bend the stirer, I took my kettle apart to bend it, I tried bending it with a mini vise grip inside the kettle but it was going slow. I took the kettle apart and bent it 1,2,3 then reassembled took all of 5 minutes. On the old mades Im not having as many as you Im probably getting about 20-30 per batch. I noticed most of these fly out in the begining when the lids first open. Im thinking about experimenting with putting metal washers on top to weight it down slightly and see if that helps.

MeadMkr · 01-23-06, 05:43 PM

Popcorn machine manufacturers missing a market segment?

I've seen a lot of 4oz or larger popcorn makers that have the features I'm looking for. However with just 2 of us at home now and the occasional friends over I can't see the need for the larger poppers. Are there any well built 2oz machines with the same features but in a slightly smaller size?

Most of the negatives I've seen on the 2oz'ers are the fact the 'glass' is plexi/lexan and that the inside is too cramped. Any leads or suggestions?

Z3r0 · 01-23-06, 05:52 PM

I think the 2oz hot oil poppers are a little too small. If you have the room for a 4oz machine I would definatley reccomend it. Popping 4oz is plenty for two people. If its just me and my wife 4oz will last us 2 nights of movie watching. you can allways pop less if you so desire. You can also pop a couple of batches and fill the poper if your going to have company and there will be plenty for all. Win/Win in my opinion. If you dont have the room then I would look into the whirly pop or stir crazy before getting a 2oz popper.

MeadMkr · 01-27-06, 06:14 PM

Okay, okay... I know you all steered me towards a larger poppers but between the spousal approval factor and the budget they aren't on the table (pun intended).

Costco currently has the 2oz on sale right now for $60 which includes shipping so I ended up going that route. I checked the local prices of the Stir Crazy and it wasn't much less and the popper would look a bit better on the corner of the counter

I already told her that I want one of the 4 or 6oz poppers on the cart for my bday and without blinking an eye she said 'maybe'

Now if it just comes in before the Super Bowl so I can get a few practice batches made in it!

Cheers,
Chris

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product...v=&browse=&s=1

adkent · 01-28-06, 08:33 AM

How long does Costco normally take to ship these things? I ordered the 4oz on Wed. night, and the status page still shows "In Process" 3 days later.

Z3r0 · 01-28-06, 12:38 PM

MeadMkr after you get it can you post how you like it?
adkent I ordered mine on Dec 23 and received it on Jan 3. This was during the holidays though so it may be quicker now.

MeadMkr · 01-28-06, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Z3r0

MeadMkr after you get it can you post how you like it?

Will do! They said 7-10 days delivery on the site but in the past they've been much quicker with deliveries depending on the regional center. The local Sams Club has the Gold Medal 6oz (2660?) in the store last weekend for about $475 but before I could even drop hints about it the Mrs commented on the size (18x16x31 I believe). Anway, I'll play around with the little machine for a while and who knows that I'll get for Father's Day / bday / Xmas

Already planning on whipping up a batch of clarified butter. Now if I can just find a local source for coconut oil. Guess I'll have to try Wegmann's which is a dangerous enough place itself. I just upgraded my D* service for the local HD channels [ the installer just left] so we'll likely be spending even more time downstairs in front of the TV and lots of opportunities for popcorn making; as if one needs an excuse

Cheers,
MeadMkr (aka Chris)

pjade1 · 01-29-06, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adkent

How long does Costco normally take to ship these things? I ordered the 4oz on Wed. night, and the status page still shows "In Process" 3 days later.

Mine said the same thing and it was actually shipped already. I ordered it on Jan. 24 and it is due to arrive tomorrow, Jan. 30. I am just hoping the 4oz. model is big enough. I returned the 2oz model back to Costco. Way too small.

adkent · 01-29-06, 05:53 PM

Cool; I ordered mine on 01/25 (late), but the order status still says "in process". How did you confirm that it is due to arrive on 01/30, or did the order status update on Friday or over the weekend?

mike.armf · 01-29-06, 07:00 PM

Mine came in a week - ordered it on Jan 20 and it was on my front door Jan 27...btw - great little machine - wonderful corn...

Z3r0 · 01-30-06, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MeadMkr

Now if I can just find a local source for coconut oil.

Good Luck on that, I cant see to find anyone local either.

Strummer · 01-30-06, 01:24 PM

Ordered mine on a Thursday and received it Monday

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wendytom Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 28	also if you buy this machine you need to bend the stirring rod from straight up and down to on an angle with pliers then it will not jam up...just make sure you bend it the right way so when it is spinning it helps lift the popcorn out-bend it like this \

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Z3r0 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 45	Im thinking this may be the way to go as well. I tried to find coconut oil locally but have had no luck so it looks like im going to either have to purchase the lou ana stick or a gallon of coconut oil. How many batches can you make out of 1 stick? price wise it looks better to buy the 1 gallon container then the 1lb of lou ana's

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wendytom Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 28	just grab it with a pair of pliers and bend it down so it is on an angle not straight up and down,just look at the way it spins to make sure you bend it the right way so it makes the bent part like a scoop-I will try to take a pic...also i just got another machine because i bought one when it was not on sale then it went on sale but they made me return the other one and repurchase another one instead of giving me the diff in money...anyway point is the one i just got is alittle different then the first --the light on this one is in the front -other was in the back-also top of machine the piece that is held on by like six screws sticks up alittle other one was flat and had a round piece that stuck up --I will try to get a pic of this too.

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wendytom Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 28	no the other part on the right side of your pic

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wendytom Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 28	so you want to bend the part that looks like a upside down U .I believe it spins clockwise so you want to bend the part in your pic the same way you said with the yellow line you can also bend the part you circled but bend that the other way the way you have the yellow line for that it would be stabbing the pop corn not lifting it .i hope this all makes sense.i just bent the u and that worked so you bend it some and then try it and listen to the motor if it seems like it is still struggling bend it more.the first time i used mine it jammed so i got all engineer on its ASS, stood there and looked at it thinking to myself what to do what would help it work i came up with bending it and it has not jammed since .also considered puttin a HEMI in it !!!

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Z3r0 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 45	I think I understand what your saying now. I need to bend it back making a wedge. I was thinking to bend the left side towards the center I guess looking at the picture it could look like it could be bent towards the back which would stab the popcorn. Im going to give this a try tommorrow without splitting up my prepak and hopefully the popcorn wont get stuck in the kettle. Thanks for being patient with me.

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Z3r0 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 45	Thanks for the pics. Im going to try it out over the weekend and hopefully it wont jam.

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Z3r0 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 45	wendytom thanks for the tip it worked GREAT!!! I was looking at the 1 gallon coconut oil from stargate. I think its a solid oil not a liquid.. if it is a liquid thats a good idea about the squirt bottle DoyleS.

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Strummer HD and loving it ! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: California Posts: 126	OK, so after initially having no jamming trouble at all, last night it jammed twice during each of two batches I made. So it jammed 4 times total. Guess I'll be bending the stir rod too and let y'all know how it works for me too. I also have a large number of un-popped kernals that seem to be getting blown out of the kettle with the poppers. After making two batches I gathered all the "old maids" and measured them to be 2/3 of a 509 measuring cup full. That's close to half of the total kernals used! __________________ - Jim -

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Z3r0 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 45	Strummer I agree you should bend the stirer, I took my kettle apart to bend it, I tried bending it with a mini vise grip inside the kettle but it was going slow. I took the kettle apart and bent it 1,2,3 then reassembled took all of 5 minutes. On the old mades Im not having as many as you Im probably getting about 20-30 per batch. I noticed most of these fly out in the begining when the lids first open. Im thinking about experimenting with putting metal washers on top to weight it down slightly and see if that helps.

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MeadMkr Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 42	Popcorn machine manufacturers missing a market segment? I've seen a lot of 4oz or larger popcorn makers that have the features I'm looking for. However with just 2 of us at home now and the occasional friends over I can't see the need for the larger poppers. Are there any well built 2oz machines with the same features but in a slightly smaller size? Most of the negatives I've seen on the 2oz'ers are the fact the 'glass' is plexi/lexan and that the inside is too cramped. Any leads or suggestions? Last edited by MeadMkr; 01-23-06 at 06:05 PM..

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Z3r0 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 45	I think the 2oz hot oil poppers are a little too small. If you have the room for a 4oz machine I would definatley reccomend it. Popping 4oz is plenty for two people. If its just me and my wife 4oz will last us 2 nights of movie watching. you can allways pop less if you so desire. You can also pop a couple of batches and fill the poper if your going to have company and there will be plenty for all. Win/Win in my opinion. If you dont have the room then I would look into the whirly pop or stir crazy before getting a 2oz popper.

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MeadMkr Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 42	Okay, okay... I know you all steered me towards a larger poppers but between the spousal approval factor and the budget they aren't on the table (pun intended). Costco currently has the 2oz on sale right now for $60 which includes shipping so I ended up going that route. I checked the local prices of the Stir Crazy and it wasn't much less and the popper would look a bit better on the corner of the counter I already told her that I want one of the 4 or 6oz poppers on the cart for my bday and without blinking an eye she said 'maybe' Now if it just comes in before the Super Bowl so I can get a few practice batches made in it! Cheers, Chris http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product...v=&browse=&s=1

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Z3r0 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 45	MeadMkr after you get it can you post how you like it? adkent I ordered mine on Dec 23 and received it on Jan 3. This was during the holidays though so it may be quicker now.

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adkent Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Roswell, GA Posts: 65	Cool; I ordered mine on 01/25 (late), but the order status still says "in process". How did you confirm that it is due to arrive on 01/30, or did the order status update on Friday or over the weekend? __________________ My HT gallery.

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mike.armf Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Mesa, Arizona Posts: 100	Mine came in a week - ordered it on Jan 20 and it was on my front door Jan 27...btw - great little machine - wonderful corn... __________________ Mikey...be advised, I'm mean, nasty and tired. I chew concertina wire and I piss napalm...

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