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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    I was wondering about making grates and then I saw this on Marketplace and seemed like I can save some time fabricating and get a lot of flexibility. After I got it I realized the top and bottom are just to hold it together and the racks on the sides are separate and I really got happy. I will...
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    Good thought, I had found a good deal on some stainless boat trim rod, but you are correct the firebox may be more friendly with these.
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    So the handles are off and my $10 grate is now ready. It only took $30 (had to get 3 carbide blades) and an Amazon visit. I'm picking up a wonderful tool collection on this adventure and I think I will end up spending more for the tools than I will for the smoker!
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    Thanks, that's what I'm thinking as well.
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    First burn out with pallet wood went for about 3 hours. Got it over 700 at bottom and all of the grill up to 500 using ir thermometer, but I am wondering if I need to do another for longer. I did pick up a big piece of oak so I can go longer. I hit it with a wirewheel cup and the oil smell is...
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    I added them now. Thanks.
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    The last shows the door cut in the side and here is the whole tank. From my first design I switch sides because I wanted to use the drain hole of the tank rather than leave it under the firebox. The door cutouts are outlined in tape and the firebox is the upper left in the first picture which I...
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    Ok, its happening and I am looking for some advice. Just so you know I am an engineer not a welder, millwright, metalworker or anyone with any skill whatsoever so any comments about poor grinding or welding will be deleted, LOL! (Actually posting pictures later as Google is acting up) That said...
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    Got started and then life pressed me in other directions. I retired in July and the heat was a little too much so I only got started cutting. I have it taped up and laid out and I did cut the top for the stacks. I will post pictures this week. I need to get a welder then I will be doing more...
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    New here from the first state

    Thanks, all glad to be here.
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    Hybrid reverse flow/direct heat design from 275 gallon oil tank

    Hi, I have finally decided to make this happen, I have had a 275 gallon oil tank in my yard and I have finally got the oil out so its time to get it ready to smoke. My apologies up front because I am an engineer and overthink everything (which is why I have had this tank for over a decade) so...
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    New here from the first state

    Hi,
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