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Some pix of your rig might help us diagnose the problem along with more detail on your methods. The different meats won't have much to do with how your smoker works.
One thought: if your thermometer(s) are inaccurate, you could be cooking at higher temps then you think you are, leading to...
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I use both. The only real difference is that with a vertical, you have your heat source directly under your food. Generally not a problem, though with good technique. Verticals take up less room in the patio or deck. Mostly, it's just personal preference.
My son was home from college this weekend, so I threw some CSR's on the Weber and smoked them up for his last night home. Started with a rub of Rudy's, black pepper, garlic powder, and brown sugar.
Smoked them at a really steady 250* for nearly 4 hours to an IT of 168* -- took much longer...
I've had salmon flavor hit cheese, but only when I smoked them together in the same session. Otherwise, no problems with cross-over/carry-over with any fish.
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