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  1. swirv

    Masterbuilt Automatic Temperature Regulator

    OH!!! The current one is what came OEM.  It is just a knob, has High and Low settings.  The problem I am getting are temperature fluctuations.  I am having to constantly monitor and adjust the vent's opening and/or having to turn up or down the knob.  I smoked a 10lb brisket as my first meal and...
  2. swirv

    Masterbuilt Automatic Temperature Regulator

    I'm not 100% sure of the model number because it was given to me.  But this is what it looks like, except mine has two circular vents on each side of the box, about at the same level as the burner. http://www.masterbuilt.com/index.php/products/smokers/30-inch-vertical-gas-smoker-2-door.html
  3. swirv

    Masterbuilt Automatic Temperature Regulator

    So over Thanksgiving my Father in law brought his Turkey Fryer over.  He has an automatic temperature regulator that once he sets the temp desired, the regulator will automatically adjust the flame to keep the temperature consistent.  Is there something that can be used to do the same for my...
  4. swirv

    First Time Smoking A Brisket!!

    Thanks guys, I have to say I am extremely happy with the result...but it is in my nature to want more!!! Plan for my next smoke: RIBS!!! The next time I smoke a brisket, I will use a mixture of Cherry/Pecan/Apple wood.  I'd like to compare the flavor.  I will also consider trying a different...
  5. swirv

    First Time Smoking A Brisket!!

    Success!!!!:yahoo: All, Took the brisket out at 190. I wrapped the other half up at 170. Wrapped both up right in foil and towels then stored em in a cooler. Then waited for an hour and half (wanted two hours but family was hungry!). When I pulled the foil wrap half out of the smoker it was...
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  16. swirv

    First Time Smoking A Brisket!!

    Eric, What is the poke test?! How do I perform said poke test?!? I'm going to get my cooler, blankets and foil ready for the make shift cambro!!!
  17. swirv

    First Time Smoking A Brisket!!

    Long overdue update!!!! Since I halved the brisket, I decided to foil wrap one and not the other to compare. Here is the first time I opened the door!!! Current status Time- 10 hrs 5 minutes Smoker temp - 220-230 Internal meat temp - 175 It's been stuck at 175 for a few hours now. Hoping...
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  19. swirv

    First Time Smoking A Brisket!!

    It's 1:30a.m and here's an update. Pulled the brisket out of the marinade at midnight. Cut it in half and rubbed her down good! Smells amazing!!! Wood is ready, water pan is watered, going to try and stay up as long as I can. I am only going to be able to read the IT of one piece of the...
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