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Update, first "proper" smoke!

Did our first proper cook yesterday. Smoked a small pork butt and a small rack of breast ribs. Turned out really well!

Still having slight problems controlling temperature, it sat reasonably well around 275 with both 3/4" ball valves fully open. We did have to unscrew ...

robgunby wrote:Fire basket - I would suggest getting something taller. Mine has a salvaged washing machine drum in it, works a treat.

Yeah, the problem is that we have a very, very narrow drum. All the washing machine drums I've been able to find have been around the same width as the pro-q charcoal basket.

robgunby wrote:Good work! Looks lovely. I have a question though, why the upward extensions on your air intakes? Is there a benefit to them?

It looks cooler.

Tyrone1Wils wrote:Looks like a good build there.

Is that a ProQ charcoal basket? if so how does it hold up in a UDS?

It is, and it's a bit rubbish to be honest. It's a bit too big for my drum, and it feels kind of flimsy.

Hi guys,

After acquiring the BBQ bug last summer after a trip to Austin, I've been wanting to build a UDS for quite some time.

The weather has been absolutely rubbish lately - but last weekend, we finally had a decent day without rain!

http://imgur.com/a/OgC8d#6Lna1Zg

Cheers,
Tobias

Thanks guys, I'll post pictures as soon as we get going with the build.

Happy friday everyone!

Hi guys,

First of all, great site you have going here, I've found loads of useful information browsing the forums!

I have a question regarding steel drums for a drum smoker build. I live in west London (hammersmith area), and I've been having some troubles finding an unlined steel drum.
I've found ...

Happy Monday everyone!

My name is Tobias and I thought I'd drop a quick note introducing myself.

Happened to pass through Austin, TX last summer and stopped by the legendary Franklin barbecue. I've been completely hooked since and I am currently in the process of building an UDS.

If anyone know a ...

Hi guys,

Just checking, is this item still available?

Cheers,
Tobias