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  1. mitroll2

    Started my 250 RF Build, Trailer frame first.?????

    Was wondering how you determine where to put the axle at? Someone told me 60% of the frame length not including the tongue. My frame is 108" long. That 60% seems a little far forward considering that the firebox will hang off the back. I will have approximately 30" in front of tank to front of...
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  3. mitroll2

    Firebox insulating ???

    Yes, thank you. That was basically what I was asking. 
  4. mitroll2

    Firebox insulating ???

    I would like to insulated all the sides of my firebox except the top. I will be adding a warmer chamber on top. Do I need to enlarge the firebox to account for the added 3/4 to 1' thickness of the walls. I'm worried about the loss of cubic inches of firebox space. Maybe the insulation will...
  5. mitroll2

    New to the SMF. Hello to everyone from Otisville, Michigan

    This will be my 2nd RF build. First one on a 120 gal propane tank. Now want to upgrade to 250 gal. Just love BBQ for friends and family.
  6. mitroll2

    250 gal RF Build ??? Are my calculations correct????

    Thanks guys. Have a few more questions. Do you make one big door or 2 small ones? Also if I wanted to build a warming box on top of the firebox do I need to put any holes in the firebox to feed heat or smoke? 
  7. mitroll2

    250 gal RF Build ??? Are my calculations correct????

    29"X29"x.7854 x87" = 57465 cu in 57465/231=248.76 gal 57465x.004=230 sq in FB/CC opening 230 sq in under RF plate      What does this mean? This would by 10"w x 23" l? 230 sq in opening at end of RF plate 57465 x.33 FB Volume 18963 sq in 57465 x.001 = FB Air inlet. 57.465 sq in volume of...
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