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    Toggle latch attachment

    The original handle on my fridge build finally gave up. I ordered some adjustable toggle latches but I'm wondering about how to attach them securely without having to dismantle the fridge to get to the inside. What did you all use?
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    2nd build. Guess I'm hooked

    Dang it you guys. I was kind of torn myself on fixing it up or converting it. It's gonna sit here a while till I decide anyway
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    2nd build. Guess I'm hooked

    So I really need to stay off Facebook marketplace. I stumbled across this beauty and snagged it for $75. It is fully complete. The guy sold it because the compressor died. It is a Firestone, which I've never seen. No O'Dea on year yet. My first build thread is here somewhere. It was a...
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    Turkey Fryer help

    That is kind of what I was thinking too. Aluminum is reactive. For frying turkeys who cares cause it's oil. But I do a lot of crawfish boils and the seasoning and lemon isn't really good for aluminum over time.
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    Turkey Fryer help

    Okay, I know it isn't about smoking but I know you all fry too so I am asking for some help. Getting a divorce. Wife is taking the turkey fryer. It is a Bayou Classic. Awesome set up with the basket and all that. The pot on this one is aluminum. I have been looking around and for new ones I...
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    1940 GE Fridge Build

    I bought all the vents. They were galvanized so I soaked them in vinegar overnight to strip them. The insulation I bought is heat rated.
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    Smoking in a snow storm

    Forgot to report back. Turned out so good. Might let em rest an extra day next time. Maybe more water. Not dry but could use a it more moisture
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    Smoking in a snow storm

    Oh man they look fantastic and the ones on the rack are fine. Into the freezer to cool. Cant wait till tomorrow to try one.
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    Smoking in a snow storm

    Dang, a few slipped. Didnt have them tied good. Hope they turn out ok on the rack
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    Smoking in a snow storm

    It's a small separate pack so you can choose. Metered out for 5lb batches.
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    Smoking in a snow storm

    We're curious. Dad found a new LEM mix with the cure already in it.
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    Smoking in a snow storm

    Well we made sausage and dad didnt have enough room. So I got the overflow. 6-15 inches forecast but the wind is right so I'm running a batch. An hour on coals only to dry then I'll add the wood.
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    Inaugural run.

    Turned out awesome.
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    Salt brine-wet

    My simplest brine is 1cup brown sugar, 1 cup salt, 1 gallon water. Grandma's old mix
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    Inaugural run.

    Mid 40s and sun with calm breezes for the first run. Thin smoke at prep.
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