1. The SS Big Bite Grinders do NOT have multiple speeds. 2. The SS Big Bites do NOT have a reverse speed. 3. A reverse function allows the meat to be pulled back through the head of a grinder if it gets clogged. With our Big Bite Grinder technology, a reverse function is not needed as the larger bite in the auger keeps the meat moving and keeps the head clear. If the head is clogged, the grinder should be turned off, unplugged and the head assembly broken down, obstruction removed and cleaned. Then reassemble and resume grinding. 4. Yes, especially our Improved Big Bite Grinders. We have improved the head and auger so the second grind and stuffing goes much faster. 5. Yes, you would want to use a separate knife with each of your plates for optimum performance. Since both the knife and plate are metal and they run against each other, the knife will make grooves in the plate. Running the same knife with the same plate will make for a better grind once they become fit to each other. If using the same knife with multiple plates, you will get uneven wear on these products and likely have to replace them sooner than had you married the knife and plate. However, it's not necessary in the operation of a grinder.

No, you'll need a Big Bite grinder that is a size 12, 22 or 32 to do raw chicken bones.

Between grinds put the meat into the freezer for 15-20 minutes. You can also put the head, auger, pan in the freezer too. Cold meat grinds much easier than warm. Also make sure you are not filling the head with the ground meat. Trickle the meat in and let the grinder do the work. Resistant the urge to use the meat stomper to make it move faster. Also don't over tighten the retaining ring. This puts alot of pressure on the back of the auger. The ring should only be hand tight.

Yes, if you are wanting a plate with 1/2" holes, you should purchase the 12 MM plate. The standard plates that come with the BB grinder are, 4.5 MM, 6 MM and stuffing plate.

No, meat that is frozen solid cannot be ground. Meat should be very cold but not frozen.

The Big Bite Auger can be purchased separately but it does not fit Cabela's grinders.

Yes. But a actual sausage stuffer works much better .

Yes, it makes quick work of chicken bones. I grind up chicken leg quarters for my dog.

Try using 2 tablespoons of vinegar for every quart of water. Bring this to a boil. Remove it from the heat. Place the items in the water for 15 minutes and rinse off. This may need to do a couple times.

Yes you can. Keep them small enough to fit down the opening