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    Thin Blue line with WSM?

    Been smoking for just a little while and just switched to the WSM smoker.  Wow its great on temp control.  Question on setting up charcoal/Lump and wood chunks to get thin blue line of smoke.  I've been loading up the charcoal ring and putting a couple chunks of wood (3 or 4) buried in the...
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    WSM Update

    Had the 22.5 WSM for about a month and smoked Beef Ribs, BB Ribs, couple of pork shoulders.  I have to admit, at first I was a little disappointed with the temp control, always running hot.  But after the 3rd smoke it all clicked and couldn't be easier.  Yesterday I smoked a boston butt, dutchs...
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    Smoking Ribs for a large group

    I usally do 2 or 3 racks of baby back ribs and love them using the 2-2-1 method.  My question is;  if I'm cooking for a large group and want to do say 10-15 racks how can I go about that.  Do you guys still wrap each rack or just smoke them straight until there done.  if in a rib rack can you...
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    WSM running hot

    smoking a boston butt on the WSM and can't keep the temp below 270.  all the bottom vents are closed, the acces door fits pretty good, and the water pan is full.  started it with only about 15 pieces of charcoal.  Top vent is full open.  Any thoughts, I've heard always keep the top vent full...
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    got the 22.5 WSM yesterday

    Finally got the 22.5 WSM in the mail yesterday, it's BIG.  First smoke will be some rids and a boston butt.  I've read most of the WSM threads but if anyine has any WSM tips let know.  I'll let you know how it turns out.  First time smoking a Butt.  Plan on following the instructions on the...
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    Basic WSM?

    Currently have a chargriller with side fire box and thinking about getting a WSM 22.5.  Sounds like an easy to use and good overall smoker. This might be a basic Question but if your smoking a Boston Butt on top and ribs below how do you handle the drippings from the top rack or does it...
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    New guys question

    Looking to do some ribs and a brined chicken this weekend. My question is how long before can I get it ready. Can I brine the chix overnight, 12-16 hrs? also can I put the rub on the ribs the night before so there ready to go the next day. Thanks, I know its a basic question
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    Glad I found you guys

    Been reading this sight for a couple weeks and learning alot. New to smoking. I have a Gas Char Griller 3001 and added a side fire box. Made a charcoal basket, extended the exhaust, and did the E-Course(great INFO thanks). I like having the ease of the gas grill and the smoker when I want...
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