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[elitheterrible]

i just started smoking with a masterbuilt 2 door gas smoker. immediately the problem I encounter is keeping a consistent low temp. as the chip tray bursts my chips into flame. I wondered the best way to address this problem. cast iron skillet with a broken handle? open to suggestions. new thermometer is on the way.

 

[one eyed jack]

Welcome to the site.  Sorry to hear that your having trouble with your smoker.

Hopefully someone here owns one and will chime in soon with some advise for you.