Recent content by phatmanace

Yep - if "Damper" is the the little door on the side of the firebox, yup - it's wide open... I guessed that the thin metal of my landmann is leaking heat like there is no tommorow. I'll give it a try without the watering pan.  is the temperature I'm aiming for reasonable? - or am I shooting too...

I've done a few more cooks since I last posted - and while they are getting better, I still think I'm having problems with temperature. Basically, I'm just not sure the smoker is getting hot enough.  I have a dual probe digital thermometer and a copy of the franklin BBQ book - he says you...

I've recently bought a landmann kentuky smoker and have been "learning" - with varying sucess! On a recommendation from someone I bought the franklin book which is what I've been following to try and pick up tips. I had my first go at a brisket on Sunday and it was a little disappointing. I...