fire grate level

[chillydigits]

I am working on firebricking the firebox of my bandera. My question is what level for the fire grate have you all found to be the best? I have tried the 2nd and 3rd from the bottom with mixed results. Again I think its more operator error then problems with my bandera. Thanks in advance for helping this Bar-b-q greenhorn from ohio.

[willkat98]

I always use the bottom one, but I think I had airflow issues this weekend trying Al's firebasket. But that is a write up for a different post.

I only use those small ceramic briquettes to keep the ash pan up off the floor of the firebox. So with a firebrick, I would venture to guess no higher than second level off the bottom

Just a guess though. Still havent done the firebrick mod.

[The_Kapn]

Chilli,
I use the bottom level on the stock rack holders for the firegrate.
Works fine for me and will be even better when my new firegrate gets back from the welder :lol:
TIM

[cheez]

Try ~ 4 Buckeyes on each side.

As a Michigan fan living in Ohio, I will say that sounds like a great use for that "Brutus Buckeye" fellow and all his scarlet and gray buddies! Great thinking Brian.

[badger]

I also use the lowest level of the of the racks to hold my firegrate.