My wife got me a Brinkmann Trailmaster Limited for Christmas. I put it together yesterday in the garage, go figure, new Smoker with me n the garage, my car out in the blizzard. I did the duct extension from the chimney, and installed 2 thermostats at grate level. I also used fire block caulk sealant to 1400 degrees F to seal all the cracks and joints.
I bought the expanded metal from Home Depot, but I don't have anything that will cut it so I think I will return it and see if they have a grill basket or shell fish basket I can buy pre made. I know there is a guy on Ebay selling them, but he wants $35.00 for a homemade charcoal bucket. I know I seem stingy for a guy that can't make one, but I am sure between Depot and TJ Maxx I can find something that will work.
I checked this Forum a lot before I decided on which smoker to get, so a belated Thanks to all!
I bought the expanded metal from Home Depot, but I don't have anything that will cut it so I think I will return it and see if they have a grill basket or shell fish basket I can buy pre made. I know there is a guy on Ebay selling them, but he wants $35.00 for a homemade charcoal bucket. I know I seem stingy for a guy that can't make one, but I am sure between Depot and TJ Maxx I can find something that will work.
I checked this Forum a lot before I decided on which smoker to get, so a belated Thanks to all!
