Thanks Weed, that's what I was worried about too! I like chef robs restoration, I have the exact same smoker, the local HD only had the flat 2000 degree high temp, but the more I looked at chef robs, the more concerned I became about the flat black. His appears to be the satin finish? The 1200 degree BBQ black is satin.
Besides, 1200 ought to do it? 2000 is a bit toasty! I like bark but that's a bit excessive!