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Update : Did test smoke today and failed :)  Heat/smoke didn't transfer from firebox to smoker.  It appears that need to readjust the firebox lower to allow the heat to vent out the top and seal it better.

I used the old plastic pieces as templates, and cut aluminum bars to match. This let me recreate the structure of the original. For insulation, I had a roll of aircraft insulation. To seal the door and other areas, I used fiberglass rope and Red RTV. The original had the interior...

First I had to take out the freezer that was located inside, strip off the plastic pieces that surrounded the interior of the fridge and door, and cut the metal straps holding in the interior. Next, I removed the interior and gutted the old insulation.

About a year ago, I was able to purchase this from the original owner - who was a Westinghouse salesman.  It's about 80 years old from the info I could find on it.  Obviously, I added a 15-in barrel smoker for the firebox. The first part of the build included a complete tear-down in order to...

Hello SoDak92 -  I think this thread should help with your question about aluminum - http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/54301/aluminum Thanks!

Hello -  My name is Adam. I'm from Nashville, TN and I'm currently in the process of my first fridge to smoker conversion project. I have a 1930s Westinghouse that is shaping up nicely.  This forum has been a huge help in the project, and I'm excited to officially "join" the site.   I've been...