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In fact if there are any long straight trunk pieces save them and block them up and sell them. Seriously.you can use every branch to smoke meat. Good stuff and way better than what you get from the store.
Dammit wade you would have to bring up the pint thing hahaha... It's just not fair. Welcome to the passion and ask many questions with as much detail as you can muster so we can help you out.
It cost me about 200 to build mine but I used the expensive hinged Weber racks and stainless hardware. The drum was free. You might have to knock and talk for a open head drum where you live. They are around. You don't want food grade if that helps you to find one easier.
2hours per pound 2 hour rest low and slow. That's ballpark as every one is different I do mine at 225. You can foil at 165 if you choose to and that might cut an hour off. Go until toothpick tender.