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  3. smokey mo

    The Big Build

    Wow put fire in something and you will find the leaks. I think that lump is going to be a fire starter only as it doesn't seem to last very long in the giant cavern.   Got some nice thin blue smoke. Temp stayed right at 239 which i like,  but spits and 1/4s may work better for heat. Not...
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  9. smokey mo

    The Big Build

    Thanks Scott, this is all OJT. I had never welded till about 5-6months ago. James- Grace of God my friend...Grace of God. Michael- Thanks.
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    The Big Build

    So....the trailer fit into the shop. I blasted as much of the inside as I could before being blinded.  Blasting in a tube is not what I call 'fun'. it is ready. the smokestack is cut welded and in place. It will need some structural assistance because it is 1/2" wall 6" pipe (no complaints it...
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  13. smokey mo

    The Big Build

    Update. Finishing out the welds tonight and tomorrow. Then tomorrow night we take a road trip to the sandblaster...if it will fit in the shed that is. Quick coat of paint then fire on Thursday, then maybe (God willing) first cook Friday night. Saturday is the big event.  So far we 20 roasts...
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    The Big Build

    *&^$)#&)$^ ! That's what I forgot to do... Actually I want to thank you.  I had a plan for ashes and just completely put it out of my mind. I am tending (now must because the doors are done) or a hopper on the bottom with a sliding door, similar to the air intake vents.  OK, that has now been...
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    The Big Build

    Dave- Yes I am...I am itching to just put a fire in it to test the temps. I hope Wednesday is the day. KC- no bends, but I do have a chipped garage floor. :) Thanks for all the kind words.  When we do the fund raise I will make sure that we document the cooking very well.
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    The Big Build

    update... the drip pan angle iron tacked into place....then started the RF plates. My helper was taking a break...about 10 seconds after this was snapped he passed out and slept for about an hour  while my Dad and I worked on the doors and the end cap.  I think I have been beating him...
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