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    Do they still make New Braunfels griller/smokers?

    In my offset, the grids just rest on the surface. There are no tabs or anything to support them. I found a slightly larger fire grid so it sits higher in the chamber. With the original, ash build-up smothered the fire from below. 
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    Why is Franklin BBQ in austin so good?

    He has a series of videos available free on YouTube if you type in Franklin BBQ. Many utilize a home size offset smoker like this group would use. A lot of great information and visual instruction.
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    UPDATE - Weber (the company...) rocks!!! RE: New WSM bent, need advice on if this is normal and how

    Speaking of Weber, I just saw this on the Texas Monthly BBQ website, tmbbq.com. I've got 3 Webers of various sizes and fuels and swear by them. http://www.webergrillrestaurant.com/images/about/webertimeline.pdf
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    Do I have a brisket disaster on my hands???

    I have had the good fortune to eat brisket at Franklin BBQ in Austin and Pecan Lodge in Dallas. I've smoked and eaten brisket for nearly 50 years and these 2 establishments are standouts. Aaron Franklin has produced several videos for PBS station KRLU in Austin and I have found them very...
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