Thanksgiving day bird

[smoke3364]

Hey yall, I'm smoking a 16 pound bird that i have had in a wet brine for two days by the time I smoke it for thanksgiving. I'm using a 24 inch smoke vault propane smoker with cherry and apple wood chips. I've read all about the danger zone. What I'm having trouble with since this is my first smoked turkey is, what temp should I smoke it at? I've read all sorts of different recommendations all over the web and have read too many conflicting things on temps etc. I've decided to ask the pros. What temp do you all recommend for smoking a turkey and how long do you think it will take to finish. I just don't want to start way too early, or way too late, or get anyone sick. Thanks everybody and happy Thanksgiving to all!!  

 

[chef jimmyj]

That Gasser should have no issue getting to 325°F. you can figure 15-20 minutes per pound and will have a nice skin. Pull it today and refer uncovered to dry the skin until you cook tomorrow...JJ

 

[smoke3364]

Thanks Jimmy, this is a big help!

 

[chef jimmyj]

Anytime...JJ