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Originally Posted by soapy_junk
quick quesiton.. i am purchasing parts to build my smoker.. have read this thread 3 times over and am very excited..
regarding the 3/4 black pipe nipple and the ball valve.. i will be doing a NON welded unit.. everyone says use the 3/4 electrical conduit lock nuts.. i purchased them.. but they look like they are coated.. are they?.. are they ok to use that close to the firebox?
thanks,
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You will be fine with those. Zinc plating does not melt until about 800 degrees F, and it does not vaporize until over 1400 degrees I believe. You would have to have one hot UDS to get any harmful vapors.
I use zinc plated bolts on everything, including grate mounts, and handle bolts. "Stainless only" is trumped up, and not necessary.