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My cedar smokehouse build
Thanks for the kind words. It has worked well for me. The fire box is that far away so it's offset for a cooler smoke. I suppose it could be shorter but temps may get pretty high. I have had the temps as high as 300 but 200 seems to be the sweet spot with a fairly small fire. I don't have any...- pilotom
- Post #65
- Forum: Smoke Houses
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My cedar smokehouse build
First successful trial run after seasoning it a bit. Also my first try at a fattie. The fattie and the ribs were awesome. I was able to get the temp up to 300 very easily but kept it about 200-225 consistently. I am very happy with the final result. Thanks for all the support and suggestions 128513- pilotom
- Post #61
- Forum: Smoke Houses
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My cedar smokehouse build
Okay folks. I was finally able to do some work on the smokehouse to fix my venting problem. I took your suggestions. I sealed it completely and added an extension to the chimney and removed the cap. That did the trick without having to remove and reinstall the stove pipe. I am very happy with...- pilotom
- Post #58
- Forum: Smoke Houses
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My cedar smokehouse build
I have one more question about my venting problem. The smokehouse itself is not air tight. There are gaps everywhere. Will that contribute to the problem I am having? I have thought about caulking all the exterior gaps but have not done so yet. I am just trying to explore all options before I...- pilotom
- Post #55
- Forum: Smoke Houses
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My cedar smokehouse build
Crap. I was afraid of that. I should have known better. It's going to be one hell of a job to replace and relocated the stove pipe higher. One step forward and two steps back.- pilotom
- Post #52
- Forum: Smoke Houses
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My cedar smokehouse build
The firebox door has air intake at the bottom. I had it slid open. I experimented with leaving the door open at various angles up to including closed and the smoke and fire pretty much chose to come out the front of the firebox as can be seen in the blackened brick in this pic. Keep it coming...- pilotom
- Post #50
- Forum: Smoke Houses
