Recent content by jtfinch

Thanks to all of my 2nd attempt was a success! Smoked a pork tenderloin last night for my with and I and it turned out GREAT! Had great TBS throughout the smoke. Temps spiked and dropped multiple times but nothing to serious. In the end I cut into it and there was the Glorious smoke ring I had...

Heres an update: I made a few modifications to my COS. 1. Extended the chimney down to the grate 2. Flipped the coal tray and using a grinder I made four 8"L 1/8"W cuts 3. Put an edging block in the bottom to hold heat (Do I need more?) My buddy is bringing me bricks back after the weekend...

Heres an update: I made a few modifications to my COS. 1. Extended the chimney down to the grate 2. Flipped the coal tray and using a grinder I made four 8"L 1/8"W cuts 3. Put an edging block in the bottom to hold heat (Do I need more?) My buddy is bringing me bricks back after the weekend...

Thanks guys! I really appreciate the words of wisdom! I went with the COS with the intention of learning the trade before spending the money on a good one. Not to mention my wife isnt quite sold on the whole thing yet. But in due time she will realize that im not just "blowing smoke." Im all...

Thank you for the reply! Sorry about the missing information. I have a Char-griller deluxe with the side firebox. Burn time will vary depending on the meat as Im sure you already know. I was going to cook ribs the first time, but they never made it to the grill. I wasnt getting the temp up...

Ok, so as the title reads I failed on my first attempt. I had thought that I did enough research. Boy was I wrong! Im not a quitter though so here we go again. There were some modifications I realized I needed to do before attempting another smoke. This saturday will be my 2nd attempt. I will...

So I am set up to smoke horizontal with a side fire box. I'm looking into a new thermometer for my grill as I've read not to trust the factory. I'd really like to know how to get a good charcoal base going for heat, where to put the chunks of wood for the best smoke, and how much of both do I...

Hello everyone just getting started here. I just picked up my fire box attachment for my char broil grill. Looking forward to learning this trade! I've had some amazing food that's been smoked and now I want to master this craft! All tips and advice is welcome.