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  1. turnip

    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    Thanks for that tip.  Still pondering which way I will go, but it gives me more options. Looks like the Kamado Joe slider intake is arriving Friday (very convoluted process from some site called Appliances Connection). Also, did some looking around for paint and think I may go with a single...
  2. turnip

    My UDS Build

    Nice!  Thanks for posting.  Did you fabricate the brackets for the side tables, or purchase them?  I haven't got to that part, but would like to add at least one side table.
  3. turnip

    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    Are you using bookshelf brackets to make the grate heights adjustable?  I was going to use the standard technique for a fixed bottom grate.  But for the top grate, I was thinking of making adjustable legs that would set on the bottom grate, using long carriage bolts. I do have an 18" table top...
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    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    Thanks, Dave.  I may just do that.  The other option is that the 23" bowl sits perfectly in the flat top that came with the drum.  Might just cut that open while leaving about 1/2" for the bowl to set on.  Some high temp RTV or wood stove gasket rope would help seal it.  But the bowl sits in...
  5. turnip

    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    And that 25" aluminum bowl is a tad too large.  It rides on the rim of the drum with no good way to seal where they meet.  I'd like to find something that would seat snugly, and this one doesn't.  So I ordered a 23" of the same design.  The 23" stainless steel one fits pretty good (just inside...
  6. turnip

    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    That's it for now - I have to work on the yard and do other chores and stuff or I'll be in serious trouble .   And I'm waiting on the KJ intake vent.  And I have to decide on the grate spacing.   Think I will put the top grate just an inch below the rim since the bowl has plenty of room.  And...
  7. turnip

    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    This is with the aluminum bowl (which was about $30 shipped).  Seems sturdy.  Not sure about the lip (will catch rain water, though it never rains here).   Think I can make this work!
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    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

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    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    Damn, where is my drum?  My expanded steel? Where the heck is Mr. UPS?  Should be "Out Fer Delivery" by now!  EDIT: IT HAS ARRIVED!!!
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    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    I know you're not supposed to over-think these   but I swear I'm not 
  14. turnip

    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    Another view of the Kamado Joe sliding intake. Won't be coming till next week.  I have nothing against pipe nipples for intakes, just wanted to try something different. Still doesn't make sense to me to burn off the exterior paint (which is good to about 425 degrees F, I think) just to re-paint...
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    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    I've seen the sliding vent used on UDS builds and heard they work fine.  Also, the Big Poppa Smoker UDS kit that is commercially available uses two sliding intakes.  Don't see why it wouldn't work or be any harder to control than pipe nipples and a valve. Well, I'll be finding out soon!  The KJ...
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    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    Well, perhaps the lining issue is a non-issue (see below).  Either way, I'll start a new thread when I start putting my unlined UDS together. Alex Hedrick says: March 9, 2016 at 3:07 pm Is the tan colored lining food safe or only the red lining? Howard Skolnik  says: March 9, 2016 at 3:22...
  20. turnip

    Some UDS pre-build thoughts

    Don't want to give the impression that lined barrels are all safe.  Do your research.  Some lined barrels are toxic, apparently: http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/104099/red-lined-barrels Anyway, won't be assembling mine for a week or two due to other stuff (landscaping) that I have to do...
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