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    Newbie 120 Gal Trailer Build (Advice Sought)

    I picked up 2 adjustable thermometers from BBQ Smoker Supply for $20 each and use a Maverick ET733 for probes. U can also try the Thermopro TP 20. If yours are adjustable there will be a small screw on the back
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    newbie 125 gallon reverse flow build the start

    I picked up 2 adjustable thermometers from BBQ Smoker Supply for $20 each and use a Maverick ET733 for probes. U can also try the Thermopro TP 20. If yours are adjustable there will be a small screw on the back
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    Newbie 120 Gal Trailer Build (Advice Sought)

    Brave sir Robin, Did you buy adjustable gauges? If so adjust them in boiling water. My CC is 10 degrees warmer on the FB end after installing the gaskets. This is normal. They make a big difference.
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    newbie 125 gallon reverse flow build the start

    Smokey Todd, Looking at the pic of of your tank, it is rounded on each end. Have you taken into consideration that the depth of the domes is approximately 12 of te tank at regular diameter Measure the depth of your domes and divide them by 1/2 then add to the tank volume at regular diameter...
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    New pit

    Nice cooker. I seasoned before I sandblasted and sand stuck to the oil on the inside I used Rustoleum High Heat 1200 degree. Get at Lowe's. Nice satin finish, use spay gun and buy quarts not spray cans. Spray gun puts on more paint. Spray a coat, let tack and spray on another. You might want to...
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    FB placement relative to CC (offset vs. rear or under mount)

    gr0uch0, I did some more welding on the RF plate where I thougt it might be leaking after the test Now is about 10 degrees different. Thanks
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    FB placement relative to CC (offset vs. rear or under mount)

    Hi! My CC is 24" x 60". My FB is side mounted and is 21x21x21. h The firebox end is 50 degrees hotter than the other end.
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    New to SMF with a new build

    Well, this one is almost done. Have to finish a couple of racks and paint it. Did the first fire test today. Had some smoke leaks around the CC door so will have to gasket it, but the temp holds as is. Used 3 inches of Mesquite charcoal and three Eucalyptus splits. Got to 225 in 45 minutes and...
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    New to SMF with a new build

    Hi. Will be a large expanded metal shelf in front off cc mounted low like a Lang. The door rest seems to be holding the weight well. Is made from one of the 3/8" legs from the propane tank. If not I will install a counter balance. The fire basket will have 1/4 x 1" straps around the top with...
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