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Best cheapo smoker?

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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    caliking said:
    @20stone. Get a weber OTG. You can smoke for several hours by setting the lump up in a ring along the circumference and cracking top and bottom vents just a smidge. After the weekend, your may still find the grill useful. The OTG has a thermometer in the lid. You may need to reload with lump midway. Also google bludawg brisket and you'll be good to go. 
    Thanks, @caliking

    I am now off the edge of the map, and will see what they sell at the Valdemart. It is good to see that a OTG can get 'er done as well. 

    For those playing at home, cali knows a thing or two about Webers.

    Thanks again all for the help on this. I will post the cook as it goes. 

    Now I need to find unwaxed butcher paper ;-)
    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • Begger
    Begger Posts: 607
    My Charcoal career started when I was in my teens and I owned as many as 6 'Hibachi' style cast iron grills AT ONE TIME.   I even had a single burger size which I could use INDOORS in a well-ventilated space.   Set it in a clean ashtray.
    I graduated to a Weber which cost me 39.00$ and I wore it out.  I just sold my 2nd Weber with about 20 years on it.   
    I wish I had discovered LUMP rather than continuing to use tons of briquettes.

    As to the OPs question?   Doesn't weber make a dedicated SMOKER?  Unfortunately, even the smaller 18" model runs about 300$
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  • TexanOfTheNorth
    TexanOfTheNorth Posts: 3,951
    20stone said:
    caliking said:
    @20stone. Get a weber OTG. You can smoke for several hours by setting the lump up in a ring along the circumference and cracking top and bottom vents just a smidge. After the weekend, your may still find the grill useful. The OTG has a thermometer in the lid. You may need to reload with lump midway. Also google bludawg brisket and you'll be good to go. 
    Thanks, @caliking

    I am now off the edge of the map, and will see what they sell at the Valdemart. It is good to see that a OTG can get 'er done as well. 

    For those playing at home, cali knows a thing or two about Webers.

    Thanks again all for the help on this. I will post the cook as it goes. 

    Now I need to find unwaxed butcher paper ;-)
    Glad you still have internet access! Keep us posted on how the weekend goes and enjoy the time with your Mom.
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  • HeavyG
    HeavyG Posts: 10,380
    Make a $100 ugly drum smoker: http://www.instructables.com/id/Ugly-Drum-Smoker-UDS-How-to-and-FAQ/

    “Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk




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  • AintEZbeingme
    AintEZbeingme Posts: 177
    Brinkman is the low cost way for me. May have to watch it a little ,but it will get the job done
    STAY THIRSTY MY FRIENDS!
    GIVE ME OYSTERS AND BEER FOR DINNER EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR
     & I'LL FEEL FINE!

    SW Georgia :  LARGE & MINI BGE


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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    The local Ace has been raided.  They had one OTG and zero WSMs so the die was cast. More pics tonight when I get it rolling. 


    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • HeavyG
    HeavyG Posts: 10,380
    You just put that bag of Cowboy in that pic just to troll everyone right?
    “Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk




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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    Giddy up! Looking forward to pics. 

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    HeavyG said:
    You just put that bag of Cowboy in that pic just to troll everyone right?
    Would I do that? ;-)

    Like I said, I am in the boonies and have to take what I can find. It was Cowboy or brickets




    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • HeavyG
    HeavyG Posts: 10,380
    20stone said:
    HeavyG said:
    You just put that bag of Cowboy in that pic just to troll everyone right?
    Would I do that? ;-)

    Like I said, I am in the boonies and have to take what I can find. It was Cowboy or brickets




    I think I would have gone with good ole Kingsford Blue and used the snake method.

    Anyway, let us know how it goes!
    “Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk




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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    Interlude - Why I'm not grilling today. 

    My mom's idea of fried chicken for 5 is 20 pieces. Now we're just waiting in the cornbread. 

    Black eyed yes peas from the neighbors' garden, cantaloupe and red potatoes from the local farmer, and we're ready to eat. 


    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    And we're off!

    After a bit more research, I went with the Meathead double water pan setup.  Not surprisingly, the dome thermometer is off by about 40 degrees. Surprisingly, it has zeroed in on a good temp without too much drama. 

    We'll see where we are in a couple of hours. 


    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    This is awesome. Git Er done!


    Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    After 19 hours at 250 with the double pan setup, it is still a way from being done. It still probes at 165 - 175 depending on the spot, so I foiled and cranked it up to 300. 

    It it is feeling the right kid of jiggley, so I have very high hopes. 

    Pictures when I cut it

    John "turbos are for cars" Jones
    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • blind99
    blind99 Posts: 4,974
    Now that is some great BBQ! I'm pretty sure 99.99% would mess up that cook entirely. Strong work, getting a great result in the fly like that. Happy 4th!
    Chicago, IL - Large and Small BGE - Weber Gasser and Kettle
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  • cazzy
    cazzy Posts: 9,136
    Looks great man!  Awesome job!
    Just a hack that makes some $hitty BBQ....
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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    Damn dude. That looks awesome. The reason you didn't get a smoke ring is because you are in the desert (Abilene area if I read right) and not the coastal air where your egg resides. Smoke ring is all about moisture. I rarely get them here in austin but i see them more often if it's raining or really humid out. 
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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    The Cen-Tex Smoker said:
    Damn dude. That looks awesome. The reason you didn't get a smoke ring is because you are in the desert (Abilene area if I read right) and not the coastal air where your egg resides. Smoke ring is all about moisture. I rarely get them here in austin but i see them more often if it's raining or really humid out. 
    Thanks a bunch. I would have thought the water pans would have helped, but, man, it was good, and followed by an immodest amount of peach cobbler (from fresh peaches). 

    Those 44 Farms briskets have treated me right. Berkie ribs tomorrow. 
    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    That looks beautiful. Goes to show its the cook and not the cooker. 

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • 20stone
    20stone Posts: 1,961
    caliking said:
    That looks beautiful. Goes to show its the cook and not the cooker. 
    Thanks, but I am betting on good meat + great help on smoker choice and setup. I was impressed with how stable it ran. 
    (now only 16 stone)

    Joule SV
    GE induction stove
    Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
    Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
    Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
    Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
    Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
    Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location

    Austin, TX
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  • stemc33
    stemc33 Posts: 3,567
    Well played. How often did you have to reload with lump?
    Steven
    Mini Max with Woo stone combo, LBGE, iGrill 2, Plate Setter, 
    two cotton pot holders to handle PS
    Banner, Wyoming
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  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 17,261
    Guys like you are not cooks, you are magicians! Awesome thread.
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    edited July 2015
    20stone said:
    The Cen-Tex Smoker said:
    Damn dude. That looks awesome. The reason you didn't get a smoke ring is because you are in the desert (Abilene area if I read right) and not the coastal air where your egg resides. Smoke ring is all about moisture. I rarely get them here in austin but i see them more often if it's raining or really humid out. 
    Thanks a bunch. I would have thought the water pans would have helped, but, man, it was good, and followed by an immodest amount of peach cobbler (from fresh peaches). 

    Those 44 Farms briskets have treated me right. Berkie ribs tomorrow. 
    Water pans do not make a difference with smoke rings in my eggs but what the hell do I know? I cooked 2 side by side on Thursday night. Exact same temps, exact same lump, exact same setup. One had an electric pink smoke ring all the way around it and the other had nothing.


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  • SmokeyPitt
    SmokeyPitt Posts: 10,490
    That looks incredible.  Great job on the kettle smoker set up.  I think that was a great choice because now you have a smoker and the grilling capacity of an XL egg when needed at your mom's place.  

    Which came first the chicken or the egg?  I egged the chicken and then I ate his leg. 

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  • DoubleEgger
    DoubleEgger Posts: 19,158
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  • minniemoh
    minniemoh Posts: 2,145
    Absolutely impressive! Way to put the mad skills to work @20stone.
    L x2, M, S, Mini and a Blackstone 36. She says I have enough now....
    eggAddict from MN!
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