New oklahoma joe smoker/grill combo (dual fuel)

[theyankeesmoker]

poking in here and seeing other peoples experience with Oklahoma joes. Got the dual fuel for those nights I work late and don't want to wait for charcoal to be ready.

When I smoke, I use logs. The issue I get is it gets way too hot in the chamber for the meat. I've had to split my.logs further and cut when possible. Its helped get the temp .down but wanted to see if anyone else has any ideas.

 

[mike243]

Seal the firebox if it wont cut the temp down with the damper, temps will run away when it gets all the air it wants.

 

[sawhorseray]

I split all the wood I use in my SQ36 down to about the size of a foot long 2x2 using a hand ax and single jack hammer. Smoking in AZ during the summer when it's 110º + you just can't run a big fire. Sometimes if my smoker is out in the sun the gauge on the CC will read 150º with nothing going in the firebox, adds to the challenge and fun. RAY

 

[theyankeesmoker]

Seal the firebox if it wont cut the temp down with the damper, temps will run away when it gets all the air it wants.

Thank you. I think someone said that before. I ordered the sealant but forgot why I got it lol. Will try this weekend

 

[QuyDaddi]

Man! I really wanted one of those Oklahoma Joe smoker and grill combo. One of my buddy has one and I grilled some dogs and burgers on it. I checked the price and that $499 scared me off. I would definitely get it while on sale but wife just purchased me a gas grill for father's day.