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  1. dbarnett66

    Do any of you not foil a butt at 165?

    When I foil at 165, I noticed that my bark gets mushy whn I take it off the drum smoker at 195. I don't really see bark, more of a mush. I use mustard and the basic spices to achieve a thicker bark. Thanks in advance Dan in San Diego
  2. dbarnett66

    Tri-Tip Questions

    I am smoking two trimmed tri-tips in my drum smoker tomorrow. I will also have 2 pork butts tomorrow on the bottom rack with the tri-tip on the top rack. How long should the tri-tip take? I feel comfortable with the pork shoulders taking about 9 to 10 hours. I want to know when to put the...
  3. dbarnett66

    Discouraged: My UDS is not stable on temps

    Well, I decided to smoke a tri-tip and used just a few hot coals instead of a full reactor. My temps were very stable and controllable. I guess moderation is the key.
  4. dbarnett66

    Last 4 bags of RO

    I was hoarding the Royal Oak until I saw that dang near every Walmart in my area has two pallets or more. According to oone of the employees, it can and will be reordered until they are told to stop.
  5. dbarnett66

    UDS plans needed

    Oh.... that explains it. Well here is a link to my Smugmug site with pictures and no narration. http://dbarnett.smugmug.com/gallery/...28537579_mvvh2
  6. dbarnett66

    UDS plans needed

    It wasn't that long ago that I pestered a group of people on this board with endless questions. Problem is, that I few a few more to ask. Here is a link with my build complete with pics. EDIT: I don't know what happened but this thread was over 4 pages long and dang near 40 pictures. It has...
  7. dbarnett66

    Just a couple UDS questions

    I just found out that I can't start a nuclear reaction to get a nice hot basket. My next cook will be with the slow and patient start. I did not mean to cause any confusion about temp stability in my other post.
  8. dbarnett66

    Discouraged: My UDS is not stable on temps

    I guess I need to burn my 80 pounds of lump first....
  9. dbarnett66

    Discouraged: My UDS is not stable on temps

    I do have legs on my basket and I think my mistake is that I load my basket dang near full, and then drop a full chimney on top of that to get the fire started. I have not used charcoal before as I thought that I was violating some unofficial secret society UDS rule... I will try putting a...
  10. dbarnett66

    Discouraged: My UDS is not stable on temps

    Hi all, I nee some help here. I have used the UDS for 3 times now and I am having one heck of a time controlling the temps. I tried some of the advice posted in the earlier threads, but I either spike to high, or I cut too much and the fire nearly goes out. It took me nearly 3 hours to narrow...
  11. dbarnett66

    UDS Build Off???? Who's interested?

    When I began teaching, I gave up drinking about 15 years ago. Do we really need the beer holders? I guess I can always install "soft drink" holders..... haha
  12. dbarnett66

    UDS Build Off???? Who's interested?

    I am in! I would also like a week as I have to balance my responsibilities as a father to my young uns. I have had all the parts in my garage collecting dust for two months now. A build off might just give me the push to finish this thing and start cooking.
  13. dbarnett66

    Control system for the drum

    Looks like I have some learning to do. I thought you could pretty much start the lump and walk away once the ball valve was correctly set. Now I am watching this thread develop into high tech thermo control and charcoal basket refreshing.....I have a feeling that my expensive UDS build budget is...
  14. dbarnett66

    Big Lots has cheapo 22.5" Kettle on Clearance for $15

    That is an excellent thought, but I can see myself cutting off too much and having that drop straight to the bottom. I will keep this idea open for now. Thanks
  15. dbarnett66

    Big Lots has cheapo 22.5" Kettle on Clearance for $15

    Maybe I can pick your brains on this one too. While the pictures may show a perfect fit, please realize that both the top and bottom lids are balanced on the rim. I have no doubt that a strong wind or accidental bump will knock the lids loose. I am thnking about either bending the lids in to fit...
  16. dbarnett66

    Big Lots has cheapo 22.5" Kettle on Clearance for $15

    I had my choice of the floor model or one in the box. I just took the floor model. The metal is really chincy, but should work as a cover for my UDS. The cover is a little small so right now it balances on top. I intend to beat the out side edge of the metal cover with a rubber mallet to flatten...
  17. dbarnett66

    Drum , drum drum drum

    Is that 225 in the center or on the side? If you measure center, is that done with a bare probe, or is it stuck in a tater? Just curious as I have the same question as the OP
  18. dbarnett66

    I decided to document my UDS build here...

    Does that include shipping haha! I wish I could have bought a used barrel for $20 bucks, which could have made this a lot cheaper, but the wife drew her line in the sand. I will let her win this battle as I intend to purchase a travel trailer next year and may have to go a little over budget on...
  19. dbarnett66

    I decided to document my UDS build here...

    2 bags locking conduit rings 3/4 inch for intake pipes at HD $2.91 1 Handle Pull at HD - $3.29 1 Step Drill Bit at Harbor Freight Tools $6.99 1 Center Punch at Harbor Fright Tools $2.49 8 1/4" Fender Washers at Home Depot for attaching bolts to charcoal grill. $1.12 4 SS 1/4 inch Bolts 3" in...
  20. dbarnett66

    I decided to document my UDS build here...

    I have to thank you as I saw your blog entry on creating a charcoal basket. I guess you can say that I am borrowing your idea.
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