I finally decided to try my first smoker build. I have been working on this project since Christmas, and needless to say, it was a bigger job than I thought it would be. For all of you who have tackled this type of project, you have my respect. For all of you who have tackled this type of project, and taken pictures, and posted informative threads, and answered questions, you have my sincere appreciation. I definitely could not have done this without your help.
My grandfather started a well drilling business in 1954. Luckily for me, his early rigs ran off propane. We have had a 250 gallon propane tank mounted on a trailer stuck in the weeds behind our office for at least 30 years. The tank had a stamped aluminum tag that put the date of manufacture at 1963. The wheels/tires were destroyed by weather and time. I had to find new wheels/tires before I could easily move the tank. I am also going to need to rework the tongue. I have had the intention of converting this rusting relic into a smoker for several years but haven't had the time. With the economy in the condition it is in I found plenty of free time this winter.
This build was actually completed this past weekend and I am going to attempt to show the build from start to finish but I didn't take near as many pictures as I wanted to. Thanks again for all your help. Most ideas for this build came from this very forum!!
My grandfather started a well drilling business in 1954. Luckily for me, his early rigs ran off propane. We have had a 250 gallon propane tank mounted on a trailer stuck in the weeds behind our office for at least 30 years. The tank had a stamped aluminum tag that put the date of manufacture at 1963. The wheels/tires were destroyed by weather and time. I had to find new wheels/tires before I could easily move the tank. I am also going to need to rework the tongue. I have had the intention of converting this rusting relic into a smoker for several years but haven't had the time. With the economy in the condition it is in I found plenty of free time this winter.
This build was actually completed this past weekend and I am going to attempt to show the build from start to finish but I didn't take near as many pictures as I wanted to. Thanks again for all your help. Most ideas for this build came from this very forum!!