Sealing an Offset Smoker

[Its_Raw]

Hello. I have an offset smoker on its way and I am researching a few things. One is what to use to seal up the lid in the event it leaks. I see where Lavaloc has been recommended, but they have quite a few products. What is the adhesive, tape-like material I have seen used in some videos? What is the best product to use?

Thank you!

 

[Fueling Around]

The self adhesive felt is easy to use and sticks well. I used it to seal up the leaks on my pellet pooper lid
For a cook chamber it should work. I don't think it can withstand the heat of the firebox.

 

[Displaced Texan]

Why seal it? It isn't a pressure cooker. If it is built correctly otherwise, it will cook just fine if a bit of smoke leaks out of the lid.

 

[Gonna Smoke]

I believe you have a Old Country Brazos coming. It's made of ¼" steel and should be heavy. I wouldn't think it would need sealing, but first I'd cook on it as is and look for leaks...

 

[JLeonard]

I believe you have a Old Country Brazos coming. It's made of ¼" steel and should be heavy. I wouldn't think it would need sealing, but first I'd cook on it as is and look for leaks...

And if the leak is not bad it may self seal after a few cooks.

Jim