Considering the Dyna-Glo offset smoker

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John Goostree

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Aug 24, 2018
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I am considering purchasing this smoker:


Looking for reviews on this smoker from anyone who has purchased/used one. I would also be interested in any alternatives someone might suggest that is in a similar price range. Thanks.
 
I started out on a char-griller duo which is somewhat similar. It put out some good food, but it also required a lot of babysitting, mods, and fuel. I will admit it was fun to learn on, and although I haven't used it in years. I still have it in my backyard.

Chris
 
I recommend using it a couple of times to make sure what mods are needed. The Dyna-Glo may not need any. On mine I had to seal it up with a gasket rope, extend the chimney down to grate level, and flip the drip pan over to create a make-shift baffle. I didn't use splits only charcoal and wood chunks - since I was just starting out and thought it'd be easier learning curve. I'd say I used about a bag and a half of KBB for a pork butt(18 pound bags). I should also mention I started before I found this forum. So I was basically teaching myself - which added some time to my learning curve.

Chris
 
It was many moons ago, but that's about right. It leaked like a sieve before the gasket seal. Very hard to maintain temps. I really don't want to scare you, or give you the wrong impression. This was just my experience starting out, and although it was a similar smoker - it wasn't the same smoker. Hopefully someone who has one will chime in with their experiences.

Chris
 
Are you looking for a stick burner or a charcoal smoker? Generally you don't run charcoal in an offset smoker because it is pretty inefficient. Offset smokers should be run with wood.
 
It'll be a fine stick burner. Though if there is an Academy store near you they have Old Country smokers that are better for the same price.
 
I love my Bayou Classic stick burner. 250 degrees for hours and no running back and fourth checking on it. I could buy a Lang,Yoder, Jambo or any of the other high end popular stick burners loaded out with all the options but The Bayou Classic works for me. Got a high end 1000 pound custom smoker in the shed. Never use it after I bought the BC. Just my view though. Lots of options out there. Good luck.
 
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