Look What The Wife Found For Me !!

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Just in case you need a replacement part for your new family member,  here's a pretty good source:

http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/smokers/

Also some day when you are absolutely bored, you might think about replacing the low wattage element with a bigger one which has a controller.  Both of my big chiefs were converted over.

Thanks Craig, I bookmarked that site ! I really appreciate it !

I do think when I get a chance I'll replace that element as well ! Thumbs Up

 

[Rafter H BBQ]

She got an eye for good smokers. This is an old one like the one i started on back in 1970, still have it works great, original rack system and wood pan, gave it to my son.

Thanks Rick, may be a bit older than I originally thought !

 

[Rafter H BBQ]

We've got two Little Chief top loaders and they are the real deal for fish and cheese.  One trick if you want really cold smoke is to place a couple of wood slats across the top of the smoker and put the rack frame on them.  Then cover it with a box, the closer fitting the better.  You'll get thin cold smoke with good air circulation and no heat-perfect for cheese.

Nice score and you're a lucky man.

They are still being made and I just checked Wally World's website,  They'll sell you one for $115 with free shipping (USD).  Someone else may have them for less, too.  Mine were used when I bought them about 25 years ago and are still going strong.


Lance

Thanks for the info Lance !

 

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Thanks again everyone, this last week was a bit busy & wasn't on the forum ! We did do some salmon nuggets last weekend to get it back in action... I'll post a thread !