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There is info in the above thread as how to fix this if you have a problem with the door
Hopefully some of the guys with the newer model will jump in with their experiences using theirs.
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no mods needed....I've got one of the new ones and zero problems with it....not even a door seal issue.....you just make sure you clean the door seal after each use is all. Just make sure you burn off the oils first, I ran mine at 100 degrees for about 30 minutes with the damper wide open and watched for it to stop smoking, then season it about 4 or 5 hours with your choice of wood at say 200 degrees.......then off and smoking!!!! :D
How accurate is the thermostat in these? Mine arrives tomorrow. Fast shipping from cabelas. I will be smoking this weekend...I am planning to do some fatties and maybe a pork shoulder.
During the seasoning process you can use oven thermometers or meat probes with the cables coming out the top vent to validate the digital reading of your controller.
You should find it real close as there has been no complaints on this isssue on SMF