New smoker in hawaii

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aaron thomas

Newbie

Original poster

Jan 29, 2013

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Honolulu, HI

• Jan 29, 2013

• #1

Hi I'm Aaron in Hawaii. I've never smoked meat before but I'm hoping once I do it I'll love it. I like the idea of taking cheap cuts and making good meals out of them.

I just got a char-griller duo from lowes, and I've got a question about smoking for a long time without having the firebox (everyone that writes about this grill seems to have the firebox). To smoke for 5 hours or so, do I need to just bit the bullet and get this box? Or do any of you do it without it?

Thanks. Looking forward to sharing my experiences on the forums.

 

backyardsmokin

Meat Mopper

Jun 2, 2011

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Castle Rock, CO

• Jan 29, 2013

• #2

I have used a few different CGs with and without the SFB.  I find that having the SFB is a must.  Also search this forum for examples on a charcoal basket for the SFB, without this long smokes are almost impossible.

I also used a wire grilling basket for a few years as a charcoal basket in the SFB for a few year.  only problems was that I had to shake it periodically to get rid of the ash.

 

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aaron thomas

Newbie

Original poster

Thread starter

Jan 29, 2013

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Honolulu, HI

• Jan 29, 2013

• #3

Thanks. I guess I'll have to run to the store and get one.

Aaron

 

s2k9k

AMNPS Test Group

Sep 8, 2011

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SEUSA

• Jan 29, 2013

• #4

Hi Aaron! 

to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, we have over 45,000 members and over 900,000 posts so you should be able to find almost anything you want to know. Remember the search bar at the top can be your best friend for finding answers fast and the “Articles” section is chock full of good useful information and “how-to’s”!

Would you do us a favor and update your profile to include your location, Thanks!

You might want to check out Jeff's Free 5 day E-course it will teach you all the basics and a whole lot more!

 

kathrynn

Legendary Pitmaster

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Jun 13, 2012

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Madison, AL

• Jan 29, 2013

• #5

 to SMF!  Glad you joined us! Could you please update your profile with your location?  You might find some neighbors!!

If you need help roaming around the forums...just shout!  Will be glad to help out!

Ka