Got a drum, question about liner/interior paint

[scott76]

This is what I'm working with:




The seller stated that the liner was removed and it was painted.  I put a propane torch on one concentrated area for probably 30 seconds and the paint looks untouched.  Given a usual smoker temp of 225-275, do I need to grind this paint off or can I just start cookin and not worry?

 

[themule69]

You need to remove the paint. You can burn it out, Use a wire brush, Or sandblast. I sandblasted mine and it was still a pain in the @$$.

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• themule69
• Mar 28, 2013

You don't have your location in your profile. If your close I will be glad to help you with the sandblasting.

Happy smoken.

David

 

[scott76]

I'm in SE Wisconsin, about 40 minutes North of  Chicago.  I have several sandblasting shops at my disposal that I've used for motorcycle stuff (my other hobby) so I'm good there.  I was just hoping to avoid it.  My daughter's birthday is a week from today and I was hoping to do some ribs on it.

 

[themule69]

 
I'm in SE Wisconsin, about 40 minutes North of  Chicago.  I have several sandblasting shops at my disposal that I've used for motorcycle stuff (my other hobby) so I'm good there.  I was just hoping to avoid it.  My daughter's birthday is a week from today and I was hoping to do some ribs on it.

You can go for the roaring fire approach. It will still take a little wire brushing. You will be glad you spent the time after you get it finished. Happy birthday to your daughter. You still have time.

Happy smoken.

David

 

[timberjet]

Uggg, the dreaded red liner. I would take it to the sandblaster and be done with it. Nothing fun about that.

 

[kc5tpy]

Yep-a-Roni!  I know you want to hear of a magic cure.  There isn't one other than a barrel without the coating.  As the guys said; gotta go!!  Keep Smokin!

Danny