Hi All, I was directed here from another forum. I was told there were quite a few experienced smoker builders here that can help guide my newbie feet. I've been using a cheap Chargriller smoker and I've outgrown it so I decided to build my own. I've been reading a ton of threads, Aaron Franklin's book and watching heaps of videos and feel I've got a decent idea of what to do. I just came across Mill Scale smokers and I like what they're making. It should be a fun build.
I've got 2 pieces of steel pipe. The big one is 1000mm long x 508mm in diameter and the smaller is 500mm long x 508mm in diameter. It's 6.8mm thick so it's pretty hefty.
Today I cutout some circles from 5mm plate for sealing the ends. It took not much time at all with a plasma cutter. My technique leaves a bit to be desired but it should be good with practice.
That's all I've done so far. I'm planning on making a stand soon and welding the circles to seal the cylinder. Any advice, input or info is welcome.
I've got 2 pieces of steel pipe. The big one is 1000mm long x 508mm in diameter and the smaller is 500mm long x 508mm in diameter. It's 6.8mm thick so it's pretty hefty.
Today I cutout some circles from 5mm plate for sealing the ends. It took not much time at all with a plasma cutter. My technique leaves a bit to be desired but it should be good with practice.
That's all I've done so far. I'm planning on making a stand soon and welding the circles to seal the cylinder. Any advice, input or info is welcome.