Soda Machine Smoker

  • Some of the links on this forum allow SMF, at no cost to you, to earn a small commission when you click through and make a purchase. Let me know if you have any questions about this.
SMF is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

azhunter80

Fire Starter
Original poster
Jan 6, 2011
35
11
So what do you all think about this? I'll have to do some prep work but I'll think it'll turn out just fine. Any opinions?
 

rbranstner

Smoking Guru
OTBS Member
Oct 18, 2007
5,700
39
West Fargo, ND / Northern MN
Its been a long time since I have seen the inside of a soda machine but if I remember right there would be a lot of stuff to remove. What kind of machine do you have in mind? Pictures?
 

azhunter80

Fire Starter
Original poster
Thread starter
Jan 6, 2011
35
11
754420c0_3ka3m63pe5V65T35R4b113aface34433415d2.jpg
Here is what I am getting on Monday. I have 5 kids so gues what they get to do? LOL!
 

azhunter80

Fire Starter
Original poster
Thread starter
Jan 6, 2011
35
11
Gonna have to wait a min. I am new so picture has to clear....
 
Its been a long time since I have seen the inside of a soda machine but if I remember right there would be a lot of stuff to remove. What kind of machine do you have in mind? Pictures?
 

papagreer

Meat Mopper
Jul 7, 2010
249
16
Raleigh, NC
My dad had an old Pepsi machine from the 50's that would make an awesome looking smoker. Rbranster, you are right, there was a ton of stuff on the inside to remove to make it possible. Although, you could leave some of the can holes in there and use them for supports for a sausage/bacon rack.....Hrmmmmmmm

Chris
 

mballi3011

Gone but not forgotten. RIP
OTBS Member
SMF Premier Member
Mar 12, 2009
14,477
58
icon_cool.gif


My dad also had a old soda machine but it was back in the early 60's. If I'm remebering right it was all metal inside.  Now I can't remeber what we had for dinner last night. but some pictures would be nice. But your idea sounds good so sent us some pics and we will let you know more.
 

azhunter80

Fire Starter
Original poster
Thread starter
Jan 6, 2011
35
11
So the machine is not in my possession. But i did happen upon a fridge freezer combo. I know, not as cool as the soda machine but as soon as I get it, I'll make a photo album to share!
PDT_Armataz_01_34.gif


Building smoke generator this weekend. using a 2-1/2" dia al. conduit with black iron caps.  So, for all you experienced builders, what would be the best interior to go with? Of course my choice for the inside would be SS if i had the money, no kids or a loving wife, so could I get away with sheet metal (non-galv of course)?
 
SmokingMeatForums.com is reader supported and as an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases.