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ironmike

Newbie

Original poster

Feb 23, 2013

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Las Vegas Nv.

• Feb 23, 2013

• #1

Hi everyone! Mike here in Las Vegas. Just started smoking and had a old friend and smoker hook me up with this awesome site. I've been reading and learning for a couple weeks but this is my first post. I'm using a master built XL and I'm having a great time. Done a bunch of salmon, some ribs and a couple of chickens. Yes I've already started modifying the XL thanks to your posts.

 

mhchops

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Jan 29, 2013

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western kentucky

• Feb 23, 2013

• #2

Welcome to the forum mike there is a lot of good stuff here and lots of people that know what they are doing i to am fairly new at this so i am still learning do you mind if i ask what the deminsions of your mb xl are and where you bought it from i am looking for one myself on a couple sites but the dont call it the xl.

 

rabbithutch

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Oct 15, 2011

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Up in Thin Blue Smoke in Temple, TX, USA

• Feb 23, 2013

• #3

Howdy, Mike!

:welcome1: to SMF! It is a great place to hang out.

 

smokeusum

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Jan 13, 2013

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Charlotte, NC

• Feb 23, 2013

• #4

ironmike said:

Hi everyone! Mike here in Las Vegas. Just started smoking and had a old friend and smoker hook me up with this awesome site. I've been reading and learning for a couple weeks but this is my first post. I'm using a master built XL and I'm having a great time. Done a bunch of salmon, some ribs and a couple of chickens. Yes I've already started modifying the XL thanks to your posts.

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I have a MBXL, too! The first thing I did with it was salmon!! Love it! What kind of mods? Please share :)

 

kathrynn

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Jun 13, 2012

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Madison, AL

• Feb 23, 2013

• #5

 to SMF!  So Glad you joined us here!

Have you signed up for Jeff's E-Course yet?  If not....here is a link to get you started.

http://www.smoking-meat.com/smoking-basics-ecourse

If you need any help roaming the forum...just shout.  Happy to help!

Kat

 

rgacat

Meat Mopper

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Feb 5, 2010

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Eastern NM

• Feb 23, 2013

• #6

Welcome to the addiction Mike.

You will love this place and the folks on it.

Ronnie G.
 

 

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s2k9k

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Sep 8, 2011

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SEUSA

• Feb 24, 2013

• #7

Hi Mike! 

to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, we have over 45,000 members who just love to share their experience and over 900,000 posts describing it! The search bar at the top can be your best friend when you are trying to find answers to your questions but you can still ask too if you want!

 

pgsmoker64

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Apr 23, 2010

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Prince George, Va.

• Feb 24, 2013

• #8

Hi Mike,

 to the SMF, the best BBQ site on the web.  Whatever you need to know about the fine art of BBQ you can find it right here, from recipes to technical knowledge.  Don't worry about the sides problem...just go to our Recipes forum and feast your eyes!!!!

One thing you need to know about us is that we like to see pictures of your creations and your gear.  We call it Q-View and its basically the 

!!!

So, don't just talk about your food, show it!  Otherwise you may get a gentle reminder, like this...

  or this...

Good Luck and Get Smokin'

Bill

 

jp61

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Mar 6, 2011

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• Feb 24, 2013

• #9

 

ironmike

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Thread starter

Feb 23, 2013

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Las Vegas Nv.

• Feb 25, 2013

• #10

I bought it at Bass Pro. The chip try allows your chips or chunks to catch fire if you load it up, most have suggested using a cast iron skillet. I found a heavy cast aluminum pan at a second hand store. Also the water pan is way to small, I'm using a half catering foil pan now am looking to get a stainless one.

 

yoni63

Fire Starter

Sep 18, 2011

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Ponca City, Oklahoma

• Feb 25, 2013

• #11

Welcome Mike, I started out with a Master Forge double door and had that same issue.  I used only chunks and would soak them prior.  Even then if it flamed up on me, I'd just shoot em with some water. 

 

roller

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Mar 10, 2010

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N.E. Louisiana

• Feb 25, 2013

• #12

Welcome to SMF good to have you with us !

 

smokeusum

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Jan 13, 2013

571

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Charlotte, NC

• Feb 25, 2013

• #13

ironmike said:

I bought it at Bass Pro. The chip try allows your chips or chunks to catch fire if you load it up, most have suggested using a cast iron skillet. I found a heavy cast aluminum pan at a second hand store. Also the water pan is way to small, I'm using a half catering foil pan now am looking to get a stainless one.

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Forget the water, I've had plenty of success filling my little water pan with sand!! No more temp issues!!!