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Get yourself the amnps and you wont have to add chips every 30 min.
i love my MES 40. w/ the amnps i can do long brisket or butt smokes while i sleep.
the only electric i have used is the masterbuilt . it has an insulated cabinet.
UDS is an up rright drum smoker or ugly drum smoker.
here is a list of abbreviations and acronyms . http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/a/smf-acronyms-definitions
The insulation in the electrical units is not made for temps above 325 - 350.
if you put a rack in the bottom and then charcoal pan on the rack you might get away w/ using coals .i would save the cabinet for cold smoking and build a UDS or something similar.
Crawfish we won't know until close to time.
cracklins we may can do.
We have to go to the surgeon Monday to discuss treatment options for wifes spine...
There is a chance that we may not make it this year. Small chance but a chance.
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If you are still having trouble getting the heat regulated you may want to invest in a needle valve regulator for your set up.
Looks like we are finally getting a few days of winter here in south la.
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The first thing i would advise is to make a list of what smokers you may want and get it reviewed by your health dept rep.
that way you know you won't have problems down the road.
Most places down here use the southern pride Gas / wood type smoker in commercial...
Figure you will loose 35 -40% by weight when trimming and smoking butts.
If you are having sides and other meats makes a big difference in amount per person.
if you are having 2 sides and the pork figure 4 oz finished product per person and add a few lbs ,
Say you have 100 folks to feed . ...
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I have used the MES since they came out. wish they would go back to the original design and leave it alone. MES has great customer service. call or email them and tell them your problem . they will get you the parts needed to make it work
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