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    Poll: Water Pan or not in reverse flow

    In a different thread there was talk about steam and water pans.  I feel bad hijacking that thread so I thought I would start one solely on my question.  Since I built my reverse flow, I have used a water pan thinking it is the same idea as a regular side box smoker.  I am learning now some do...
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    First cook tomorrow, question on when to remove brisket from refrigeration

    So does this mean no water pan in my reverse flow too?  Would seem as though the water pan creates steam, thus "acid rain" like you said.  Thanks as always.
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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

    No problem. I struggled with that too on my build. The calc called for only 24" chimney. I ended up going w 29", then cut it to 24", but now I'm back to using the part I cut off to get it back to 29". The 36" is just a "rule of thumb" as I understand it. The draw on mine seems fine at both...
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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

    Thanks Dave.  I originally did the exhaust off the side thinking it would save room inside the CC for food (it onlya 33 gallon tank).  However, after using it, I am no longer concerned with the amount of cooking space.  Am I better off just relocating the exhaust to exit the top?
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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

    I was thinking about modifying that elbow.  Maybe Ill start with that and open it up where it goes into the CC and eliminate the 90 degree elbow.  The firebox is very well sealed.  the CC could be sealed better and is not perfect but it is close.  I am going to make a silicone gasket...one of...
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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

    Thanks Dave.  I did use that tutorial and built everything per that spec. Could the problem be simply that my lower vent is in line with the fire box grate?  Should my lower vent be under the fire instead of over it?  Same with my upper vent, should it be at the very top of the FB?  I put my...
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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

    Let me explain a little bit about why I think the venting needs help. The smoker seems to draw fine from the chimney.  I cannot get the temp to stay around 250-275 unless I have a lot of wood in it.  However, if I have a lot of wood and charcoal in the FB, the fire seems to want to choke out...
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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

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    Vent advice (modifications for improvement)

    I built a reverse flow smoker a month or so ago.  It works pretty good but I have a feeling it needs better venting for the fire. Can anyone offer some thoughts?  Also, could I add a vent to the opposite side of the firebox and vent from both sides? specs 33 gallon tank 16 x 14 x 14 firebox 30"...
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    Really dumb question...using wood that is "infected"

    I posted a local add looking to take down a tree or two for wood for my smoker.  I found a peach tree but they told me it is half dead and infected with a bug.  I assume after seasoning this is no problem?  I will leave it outside for at least 6 months before moving into my shed to finish...
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    Cherry Blossom wood for smoke?

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