Originally my air intake valve set about several inches higher than my drum and almost as high as the exhaust.
Well I paid Home Depot a visit and scored a Free scrap 24" black, 1" threaded pipe.Had the guy at HD thread the remaining end.
So far, So good!
I also applied some automobile stickers just for chits and giggles.
I was shocked to find these seem to be taking the heat pretty well!
Here is the Before and after results.
I also added a $17.00, 55 gallon drum dolly from Northern Tools
Before:
After: