Photos of my first UDS build. The project was inspired by the popular science article but fueled by this board. Still some mods to do but it's ready for seasoning. The lid is from a new uniflame kettle I bought at walmart - the hinges needed new holes drilled and I had to flange out the back of the lid a touch.
Here she is....almost complete. I have few more bling items to put on her but for now she is done. Being from KY and home of the 2012 National Champions Kentucky Wilcats that is the theme we are going with. Going to add a diamond plate license plate and a few decals to finish it off. Had a few issues with tape bleeding but other than that I am pleased.
Diamiond plate side table can be rotated for storage. But might need to wear a welding mask when the sun is out. That sucker is BRIGHT! lol I might be able to use it to sear what I am cooking. lol
I forgot about this thread! I posted my first UDS, but now that this thread is back on the front page, thought it'd be a good time to add my new(er) UDS:
I finally made it thru the monster UDS thread, and wanted to post pics of my build. Nuthin' fancy, but makes good 'q. Thanks to all the Brethren who led the way ...
I just wanted to show off the latest build. Its in a Cleveland Browns paint scheme for a buddy of mine. Turned out pretty good for just using ole rattle can paint. Its a typical build except I used a BGE type sliding intake fabricated out of some scrap aluminum from work. The side table is red wood stained pine boards with common shelf brackets with wing nuts on the inside to allow removal for storage. It also has 2 grill grates. Still working on perfecting hinges for future builds so for now just a removable lid. Can't wait for him to pick it up and see the look on his face.
Thanks for all who have posted on this site. Couldn't have done it without all the valuable information!
Here is a picture of mine. I posted it in the main UDS thread 6-7 months ago but thought I would add it here as well. And here is the build thread with a ton of pics if you’re interested http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=116286
Sorry, seems I am out of space using this site to upload photos. Guess I will have to try photobucket or something like that. Here is the link to my Cleveland Browns build on the main uds thread