Hey, I lucked out and was able to get an 18.5" WSM on sale. I'm super excited. I have a few questions before I season it this weekend that I hope someone can help me with.
1. About how many charcoal briquettes do I need? I'm gong to be doing the minion method, so I won't be doing them all at once, however would it take half a regular sized bag? Or more total?
2. One thing that made me decide on this smoker was how economical it was when it come to fuel and holding heat. having said that, how long would it take before I have to add more fuel?
3. I'm guessing wood chunks are the preferred way to add wood, but does anyone ever use wood chips on this? I ask because I still have a fair amount of wood chips I need to use up.
I appreciate any input!
1. About how many charcoal briquettes do I need? I'm gong to be doing the minion method, so I won't be doing them all at once, however would it take half a regular sized bag? Or more total?
2. One thing that made me decide on this smoker was how economical it was when it come to fuel and holding heat. having said that, how long would it take before I have to add more fuel?
3. I'm guessing wood chunks are the preferred way to add wood, but does anyone ever use wood chips on this? I ask because I still have a fair amount of wood chips I need to use up.
I appreciate any input!