had a few days off...smoker

[T.G]

Originally Posted by Gonesledn

T.G.

yep, that is my plan with the sleeve over the handle. i am going to slice open a length of the brrass tube and slide it over the handle with the holes. i already have the expanded metal to line the grate, i noticed that might be an issue.

the baking trays are a good idea. i had thought of using the lid off one of the extra drums i bought to make a bottom catch pan. your idea would be less work, lol.

it is already rubbed down twice with veggie oil, didnt want it to rust in the building process.


thanks for the input!

Cool.

Based on Gator's comments, I'd recommend you definitely do a seasoning run with no food being cooked. Just spray the drum down with PAM or rub with veggie oil one last time, load the coal basket with lit coals and run it for 8-14 hours. You get to season the drum, practice controlling temperatures and can test the vertical air intake design at the same time - and if it won't keep temp, you won't ruin any food.

[Gonesledn]

Originally Posted by T.G

Cool.

Based on Gator's comments, I'd recommend you definitely do a seasoning run with no food being cooked. Just spray the drum down with PAM or rub with veggie oil one last time, load the coal basket with lit coals and run it for 8-14 hours. You get to season the drum, practice controlling temperatures and can test the vertical air intake design at the same time - and if it won't keep temp, you won't ruin any food.

awesome idea of "practicing". thanks.

and yes, my garage is carpeted! have to have comfort under the feet when i shoot pool or darts, and relax in the lazyboy watching tv smokin cigars.