Newbie attempting to build a 100 gal propane tank RF

[solaryellow]

Nice job!

 

[alelover]

Looks great.

 

[bubbonehead]

Congratulations! It's a great feeling to build it and a great feeling to cook on it too isn't!

Should I ask about the cinder block under the fire box? Does it need some more tongue weight?

 

[chinasmoke]

Bubbonehead it's an awesome feeling and you are correct. I do need to add more tongue weight. I still plan on adding a cage to haul extra logs and a propane tank carrier up front and as a last resort move the spring shackles all the way back, 6 more inches. If that doesn't work add a spare tire.

 

[sprky]

WOW! for a guy that didn't know how to build a smoker nor weld you did a EXCELLENT job. Them welds look like you have welded all your life. Did you take a welding class before you started?

For tongue weight add a job box on the front, they weigh enough empty to balance it out, in my opinion.

Very nice first smoke as well. The turkey has excellent color. 

 

[chinasmoke]

I finally decided, I had to finish Miss LuLu last month after countless cooks over the last year. She is painted , and now has handles and latches, with an addition of a grill/wood hauler.

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• chinasmoke
• Aug 14, 2013

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• chinasmoke
• Aug 14, 2013

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• chinasmoke
• Aug 14, 2013

 

[daveomak]

Looks good.....   

 ....

Dave

 

[radioguy]

China,

For a guy who knows nothing about welding you sure turned out a great looking smoker!

Good Job......enjoy your cooks now!

RG

 

[bubbonehead]

[h1]Shweet!!! 

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[usmcrob]

What kind of welder did you end up using for the build?

 

[chinasmoke]

Not the most ideal welder 120v Lincoln mid using shielded wirer. I just made multiple small passes

 

[usmcrob]

Not the most ideal welder 120v Lincoln mid using shielded wirer. I just made multiple small passes

It sure worked tho!! Your finished product looks awesome! I'm kinda in the same boat you were in... Never welded before...never built a smoker before... But really want to build a nice one like you did!!! Thanks for the info!

 

[asurak]

Awesome looking Job i am working on getting my started, but am having trouble finding a place with used propane tank or old barrels :(.