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Welcome sammysound! I know exactly what you are saying about smoking ribs on a gas grill. It works, barely, but it is NOTHING like smoking in a real smoker. And that WSM, either the 14" or the 18", is one great smoking device.
Lots of folks here with WSMs of all sizes so feel free to ask any questions you have. We'll even help you convince your wife! Pictures work wonders!