Hey folks, I've been a devotee of bbq a few years now & just sold my filing cabinet smoker. Being able to get free fuel in the form of hardwood pallets at work means I've never tried charcoal. Ribs, pulled,sausages, and whole loins for smoked chops are the extent of what I've done. Brisket is next on the list. What should I expect for a burn time with a14" x 10-12" basket of charcoal??? A buddy of mine works at the slaughterhouse here & has some killer brisket lined up as soon as I build the UDS. Any help is appreciated. A ball valve is a must, and I can get it at work. Thanks for any & all replies. Jamie