Recent content by law dog

It's been a while since I have posted...but I've been plugging away at it. The smoker is now fully functional and works like a champ! (I really appreciate everyone's input and advice) I still am working on the back side of the trailer (wood box, griddle, etc). The smoker is currently primer...

Today I made 2 (out of 3) firebox dampers and reinforced the inside of the firebox door with 1/8" angle iron. I have attached a photo of the firebox door...does anyone know if this is sufficient to keep the firebox door from warping?????

Thanks bud... The lower 2 grates are 30.5" x 28.5"...the 2 upper grates are 30.5" x 21.5". The firebox is not insulated; however, I did install a double roof with 1/4" plate with a 1 1/2" air gap. I live in Florida and was not too concerned about retaining heat in the firebox as it is made of...

Since my last post, I have installed the door trim, smoke stack and the cooking grates. I still have a ton of work to do, but the weather has been beautiful and I'm having fun putting it together! Have a great day everyone!!!

Well, I finally got the firebox welded on, doors cut and the reverse flow plates installed. I decided not to put a drain valve at the bottom of the reverse flow plates since I will be using drip pans to catch the drippings and add moisture anyway. (I also like the idea of being able to get to...

The firebox door is cut, hinges welded on and the trim is installed. It is starting to take shape. 128516

Good morning all...I installed the double roof barrier (1/4") for the firebox (see pic) and finished welding the firebox together. Today im going to cut the doors and inlet vents on the firebox. I know that some people put a slot on the bottom of the firebox for the ashes to fall out while...

Thanks Ribwizzard... I'll post some pics of my progress tomorrow

Question about the firebox...I am making my firebox out of quarter inch plate. I have read that you should insulate the top plate at a minimum...can anyone tell me if it would be beneficial to install some angle iron near the top of the firebox on the sides and place another quarter inch sheet...

That looks fantastic! I was looking at your last build and was really impressed! Just curious, how are the ax handle doors holding up? I saw a similar photo online and loved the idea. Any problems? Great work...you definitely have skills!!!

Thanks Dave....I'll take a look!

Greetings everyone...I have been browsing this website all year looking for ideas and I'm hooked!  When I say that I started from scratch, I REALLY had to work from the ground up.  I had never even touched a welder (nor did I know anyone that had one)…so, I took a welding class at a local...

Greetings all... I live in the Tampa Bay area and am in the beginning stages of designing a 250 gallon off-set smoker. I am almost done with the trailer and will be starting on the smoker soon. This forum seems to have a lot of great information on the subject, so I thought I would join! Talk...