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  1. dbarnett66

    Smoking 5 pound brick of Mozzerella, (not fresh)

    Anyone try this? I bought a 5 pound brick at Walmart and plan to cut into several chunks. How long would you smoke with an AMZN tray? I want to use apple wood and smoke for about 2 hours. Thanks in advance.
  2. dbarnett66

    Masterbuilt XL prok Shoulder fest....

    I have been enjoying this smoker immensely with just the water pan and wood chip pan modifications. I posted my latest efforts on my blog. I need to work on something beside pork shoulders to broaden my experience and to mix things up a little. I think I have 10+ pictures posted so it would be...
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    Masterbuilt Gas Smoker XL Assembly Review with Photos (Dial-Up Beware)

    I just finished my assembly while watching the Charger's-Chief's game tonight. Assembly took about 1.5 hours. I am sure it would have gone faster if my attention was not on the football game too. I really can't compare this to A GOSM, so please feel free to add your "two cents". Some basic...
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    Does anyone know of a new and larger sized Masterbuilt Propane Smoker?

    I just spoke with someone at Bass Pro Shops and he stated that they just got in a brand new Smoker from Masterbuilt that will most likely replace the GOSM big block. The salesman said it is the exact same dimensions as the GOSM BB He stated that the price is $199. He also said that it is better...
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    Differences between the BPS and Walmart GOSM 3405 Wide?

    Walmart has the GOSM wide version for $130. BPS does not show them on their website anymore. I am tempted to jump on the Walmart version if that is my only option. Or I could search high and low for the BPS version. Is it worth my time and money to spend $70 more bucks? Thanks in advance...
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    Want to reduce Pork Butt cook time - Cut in half?

    I have two 8 pound butts, Can I cut them in half to reduce time, or will they be too small and dry out?
  7. 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
  8. 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...
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    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...
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    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...
  11. dbarnett66

    I decided to document my UDS build here...

    Hello all, I have most of my components so far. I need to take pictures and itemize everything so far. I am an open book, so that means I will list the absurd prices that I paid. I have a thick skin....and a wife who has certain demands about what type of components will be used. She is...
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    UDS Poll - How many of you tossed the rubber seal?

    I am curious to see how many of you are using the rubber seal that cam with the lid on your barrel. It is listed as a EPDM rubber seal. When I looked up EPDM on the internet, it mentions ethyl something, but I am no chemist. Your thoughts?
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    UDS Math Grate Location

    Hello all, Since I have to wait for my barrel, I decided to rough some numbers out. I think I will use a 13x6 expanded metal basket sitting on a charcoal grate 1" from the bottom. That measns that I will have my charcoal up 7 inches from the bottom. If go up another 24 inches from there, my...
  14. dbarnett66

    Just introduced myself in the roll call section....

    If you missed it, I am itching to build me one of those UDS's. I have been searching high and low for a 55 gallon barrel, but I have not found one that my wife would approve of. She is over concerned about what was in the barrel. I have access to unlimited closed top barrels that are pristine...
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    New guy.....

    Hello all, I have been researching several UDS threads and I like the crowd here. I have been searching for a steel barrel now for over two weeks. Once the barrel is obtained, I can begin the building process. I may post a question on the differences between steel barrels in the barbecue thread...
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