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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #25 on: January 01, 2013, 09:39:02 PM »
I've had a pretty good run with Aldi stuff.

Can someone explain to me what the difference would be between a 'quality' cast iron set and a 'cheap' set?

Not being facetious, just don't know what to look for.
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #26 on: January 01, 2013, 09:57:49 PM »
Quote from: deepop on January 01, 2013, 09:39:02 PM
I've had a pretty good run with Aldi stuff.

Can someone explain to me what the difference would be between a 'quality' cast iron set and a 'cheap' set?

Not being facetious, just don't know what to look for.

IMO not much at all. Just check that the lid sits on nicely and doesn't rock. This will let heat out if it does.
I have 2 ovens. A cheepy from Kmart and 1 my oldies bought me as a birthday pressy.(good quality)
Both do awesome roasts with no special treatment before or after.
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #27 on: January 11, 2013, 11:11:35 AM »
I had a look at these yesterday. They look to be great value for money. The wooden box is great for storage, but I think you would need to create some method of wedging to stop the bits and bobs smashing against each other when in the box.

The lids fits perfectly..no casting dags etc to let heat escape.

In short..looks the goods...oh and while I was there..I spied portable dvd unit for $49 complete with USB/SD card input and 12v cig plug for car use. My problem is..do I buy 3 or tell the kids to look out the windows.


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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #28 on: January 11, 2013, 12:35:44 PM »
Quote from: jimc1 on January 11, 2013, 11:11:35 AM
but I think you would need to create some method of wedging to stop the bits and bobs smashing against each other when in the box.

I have folded up an old beach towel between the peices - concertina like. Not a rattle  ;D

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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #29 on: January 11, 2013, 12:45:08 PM »
Thanks for the idea Mace, I am going to pinch it :cheers:
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #30 on: January 12, 2013, 05:10:22 PM »
I picked up some of those "Australia Day" neoprene  bottle carriers today too at Aldi... sorry I know at bit off track. Thought they were a good price compared to some of the speciality wine / bottle carriers I've come across at various 4WD stores. Hopefully good protection for wine and even cooking sauces in the tucker box. ;D
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #32 on: December 31, 2013, 01:40:55 PM »
Have to admit to being a bit of an Aldi's fan also. Just the centre isles though as i don't usually bother with their groceries.
Most times the centre isles are like an aladins cave full of gadgets and knick knacks that i don't need but i get them anyway.
Have never had a problem with quality or warranties. My only complaint would be waiting in line to get out through the checkouts when the two or three trollys in front of you have fifty million grocery items in them.  ;D 
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #33 on: December 31, 2013, 02:25:19 PM »
Quote from: baldheadedgit on December 29, 2012, 03:14:44 PM
Was just reading that.. :laugh: looking at that tent..  comfy enough for 2, light enough to chuck in the Ute for over nighters. My old Supercheap one is looking very sad these days... but even though it was $69 back then (way way back) it has done a few miles. so time to invest in another quality item. ;D  :cheers:


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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #34 on: January 08, 2015, 12:30:21 PM »
Hi all, sorry for bumping this old thread but I just bought an 8 pce set from Aldi for $99.

Good deal so far but I am concerned with the curing process. The product info stated it has already been cured and need to be heated with hot water, wiped out and thats it. What I found was a lot of particulate matter in the water, then after rinsing and application of vege oil, I noticed a lot of blueish grey colouring on the paper towel as if the surface finish was coming off on the paper towel.

Concerned this can potentially contaminate the food, what advice do you have? Is there a better curing process? Did anyone have a similar experience???

Thanks in advance

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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #35 on: January 08, 2015, 12:37:28 PM »
Although its stated thats its allready cured until you get a decent coating of oils/fats on the surface you will continue to get a little iron partculate residue come off.

give it another good  heat up yourself and whack some good oil into it.  Then let it cool, wipe it out and then cook something in it straight away!!

The little bit of residue wont hurt or contaminate anything.

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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #36 on: January 08, 2015, 01:59:19 PM »
Quote from: Mace on January 08, 2015, 12:37:28 PM

The little bit of residue wont hurt or contaminate anything.

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Not with you Al anyway, you've got a cast iron gut  ;D ;D ;D :cheers:
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #37 on: January 08, 2015, 02:06:26 PM »
Quote from: xcvator on January 08, 2015, 01:59:19 PM
Not with you Al anyway, you've got a cast iron gut  ;D ;D ;D :cheers:

Its well seasoned anyway!   ;D
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #38 on: January 08, 2015, 02:07:21 PM »
hmmm... I'm off to Aldi's on the way home :)  is the quality of the cooking gear good?
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #39 on: January 08, 2015, 02:13:32 PM »
Quote from: DrewXT on January 08, 2015, 02:07:21 PM
hmmm... I'm off to Aldi's on the way home :)  is the quality of the cooking gear good?

Havnt heard any negative feedback yet?  If you arnt professional campers who want to use a camp oven 50 times a year for 20 years they will be fine. A few here have their sets, us included. Just dont use it enough  :'(

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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #40 on: January 08, 2015, 02:15:07 PM »
Quote from: Mace on January 08, 2015, 02:13:32 PM
Havnt heard any negative feedback yet?  If you arnt professional campers who want to use a camp oven 50 times a year for 20 years they will be fine. A few here have their sets, us included. Just dont use it enough  :'(

I know the feeling about not going camping enough only too well... :(
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #41 on: January 08, 2015, 02:15:35 PM »
Quote from: DrewXT on January 08, 2015, 02:15:07 PM
I know the feeling about not going camping enough only too well... :(
a growing trend :(
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« Reply #42 on: January 08, 2015, 02:16:33 PM »
Quote from: Bird on January 08, 2015, 02:15:35 PM
a growing trend :(

Our current excuse is my wife's work, but I'm sure she'll find another one once the event she's working on is over
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« Reply #43 on: January 08, 2015, 02:22:37 PM »
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Our current excuse is my wife's work, but I'm sure she'll find another one once the event she's working on is over
Kids sport.. :'(
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #44 on: January 08, 2015, 02:56:37 PM »
Bought the 8 piece pack last night, pulled it all out to check the fit of lids, or parts not cast properly but found that it was all good.

Each piece has its own bag to protect it, ill use a towel to pack the gaps and provide some padding in the crate though.

There is bits of "wax" here and there but ill give it a clean on the weekend heat them up and see how they go. I could not see anything to distinguish it from the more expensive gear I was looking at
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #45 on: January 08, 2015, 02:59:07 PM »
Quote from: markman on January 08, 2015, 02:56:37 PM
Each piece has its own bag to protect it

That's an upgrade from the set I purchased a few years ago.
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #46 on: January 08, 2015, 03:40:55 PM »
Quote from: Bird on January 08, 2015, 02:22:37 PM
Kids sport.. :'(

And when that stops, part time jobs start.
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Re: Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box
« Reply #47 on: January 08, 2015, 04:31:56 PM »
Quote from: baldheadedgit on December 30, 2012, 08:48:13 PM
guess who spelt it wrong... "occasional"     :P

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