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Good start! A UDS is an Ugly Drum Smoker, they are usually made out of a 55 gallon drum. Al

...I purchased a U.S. Made Pellet Grill - A Blaz'n Grand Slam made in Iowa. I own several grills (a Kamado, a large gas grill, an Ugly Drum Smoker and a couple of Weber Kettles). I have learned that I am not a set it and forget it type of outdoor cooker. My pellet grill has had approximately...

Finding the 'right' answer is going to drive you crazy. I researched a great deal before I finally just said the hell with it and did what I felt was right for my needs. I thought I needed a diffuser plate so I put a shelf with a holed pizza pan about 2" above my basket. I really didn't like it...

This forum formatting is weird. I'm used to something different. (vBulletin) I've seen that site. How is putting your meat that close to fire basket? Do you have crazy hot/cold spots? Does it run hot? Cook heights confused the shit out of me for about a week. Everyone says you want your cook...

I was sceptical at first by the more I read the more I became interested...so I built 1, and then another, and then I wanted to do a big cook for my daughter's graduation so I built 2 more. They are really cheap to build, work awesome, and are easy on fuel. I would highly recommend one to...

Sounds like a cool set up! And yeah, I added a pellet smoker tube to my pellet grill when I added the PID smoker as I had read that smoke production would dimish a bit. Agreed, always looking for my next "something" for the smoking addiction. LOL.

I've only been to Surly once. I'm not a big fan of IPA's , so their beer selection is limited for my taste buds. Great facility and I had their brisket when I went and it was very good. I see they are transforming the upstairs to a pizza joint. Might have to check it out! There is a place in...

...constant tending was a con for me, also I need to be able to cold smoke. SMF was very instrumental in my changes from a modified ugly drum smoker (UDS) with a Bradley puck pusher grafted into it, to a MES 30 and a mod with an AMNPS. A pellet smoker was a consideration, but I have a gas burner...

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I'm no expert and you don't say what kind of smoker your wanting to build, but I would seriously look at making a modified uds ( ugly drum smoker) there is a whole forum on this site with plenty of info good luck.

Joe - it's what they call an "Ugly Drum Smoker". Just a modified 55 gallon drum. Darn things are pretty consistent temp and length or cook time. Still use it when I don't want to cart out the TS120.

...in the garage. This will be perfect for all your grilling and searing needs. I would also recommend buying a WSM or building an Ugly Drum smoker for all your smoking needs. The WSM can be found on craigslist for around $200 - $300 ,but you have to be quick to get it or you can build a UDS...

I work for Surly. I think I am going to take your advice and get a solid used gas grill for everyday use and a smoker. I am not sure exactly what make/model but I will certainly be looking into your suggestions, cheers!

...weighing 17 lbs. How long it takes to cook the middle of the meat is really the factor in the time it takes to cook. I cook on Ugly Drum Smokers, so a similar environment to your WSM. I've never had a foil wrapped brisket take the time that you're proposing. It is always much shorter...

Classic of Brinkman smokers, yours has the charcoal pan, and the water pan, then two racks. I have the round version, or UDS (Ugly Drum Smoker). I got the 1500 watt electric element for mine in the last century. Almost never used it, then began using it after I grafted a Bradley Smoke Generator...

UDS = Ugly Drum Smoker. I have never used a UDS but many swear by them and they aren't real expensive.(around $300 i think) My vote is WSM. i have used in a foot of snow and it smoked some great pork and brisket. You can get a welding blanket to go around to keep the heat up if its really...

...If you wanna go vertical, a weber smokey mountain is a great option, alot of guys here use them and speak very highly of them. Also Ugly Drum smokers are another good route. Might also look on craigslist for some deals, look for 1/4in thick steel, that is the gold standard. If you have any...

I wasn't sure if the first picture showed up. This is my ugly drum smoker. So far all I have been able to do is season it. Hopefully will get to try something in it soon.

I'm in VA. That's what I'm worried about. Thanks for the info.

...on this forum while researching improvements to make to my smoker.  As my name suggests, I am a drum smoker, specifically an ugly drum smoker.  When not smoking on my UDS, my weber Kettle grill is a close second choice, especially for smaller quantities of meat such as a single rack of ribs...