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I have done it both ways (apply rub the day before & waited until the day of) and have not seem to notice any difference. Rregardless, the next day I will take out of the fridge and sit at room temp for about an hour. Right before I place into the smoker, I will usually apply a little more rub...
The fire box does appear small for the chamber. I think vents on the sides of the firebox might help build the fire and generate more heat, but most importantly, allow you to control your temps.
Just about everything I know about building my smoker came from Dave, so he will guide you...
There a lot of us that has had questions for Dave. I also spent some time searching thru previous posts on the forum and found a lot of answers to my questions. Great site though and welcome.
Dave, by the way, I am almost ready to update some pics of my build!!! I'm also am making a video. For...
Well, it turned out great thanks to you all!
The only problem I have is now everyone at works think that I can cook. As long as you guys are available every time I cook, I'm in good shape.
I was nervous, I have to be honest, cooking for 38 people (co-workers). On top of that I have been...
SmokinAl, That sounds good. I'm expecting ambient temps to be in the 20's tonight/morning so If my cooking temps drop slightly, I know i will need a bit more time. I don't mind having to store the wrapped butts in a cooler for 2 to 3 hours before our company lunch, I just don't everyone waiting...
YES. That was a typo. Sorry.
I meant 225 to 250. seeing you responses, I will even go a little higher than that.
What is the time difference between cooking one butt to cooking four butts?
I plan to start this evening with the butts, and early morning for the ribs and chicken. I was going to...
I would really appreciate all the advise I can get.I am not a first time smoker, but I only know enough to be dangerous!
I am smoking 4 buts in my new homemade smoker (250 gallon tank - reverse flow).
I did a test burn yesterday and everything seem to work out great. Plan on cooking the butts...
Thanks for helping me out on this. I also inseted my chimney a couple of inches. Dave also had a great idea about inserting a sleeve of rolled thin steel and trying different depths.
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