WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
I plan on incorporating exhaust control into the handles. Handles will look normal but under the lid I will have flaps. Turn the handles on top to open or close the exhaust underneath. Waiting on parts now.
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Yet another UDS build!! But is mine any different?
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I plan on incorporating exhaust control into the handles. Handles will look normal but under the lid I will have flaps. Turn the handles on top to open or close the exhaust underneath. Waiting on parts now.
Fwismoker
somebody shut me the fark up.
Ah...very cool. I didn't want you to have a great looking exhaust but have no way to shut it down..lol
WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
Ok I finally got around to finishing my lid. Things you may notice
The handles also control the exhaust by a simple quarter turn you can open or close each.
Flaps are held tight by a piece of flat stock. It also doubles as a support. Without it the handles felt loose. The flat keeps it all tight. It took me some trial and error to figure this system out.
Welded some nuts on as stops. Also a lid hook.
All this looks kind of cluttered underneath but clean on top.
The handles also control the exhaust by a simple quarter turn you can open or close each.
Flaps are held tight by a piece of flat stock. It also doubles as a support. Without it the handles felt loose. The flat keeps it all tight. It took me some trial and error to figure this system out.
Welded some nuts on as stops. Also a lid hook.
All this looks kind of cluttered underneath but clean on top.
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WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
Made some TEE hooks for the charcoal basket.
I have a big basket out of a big weber charcoal grade and a small one made of a smaller grate. I like the smaller one better. I just figured a big one might would come in handy for longer cooks. Not sure....
I have a big basket out of a big weber charcoal grade and a small one made of a smaller grate. I like the smaller one better. I just figured a big one might would come in handy for longer cooks. Not sure....
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WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
One last good cleaning and she is getting paint. Maybe tomorrow
Nice!
HookedOnQ
is one Smokin' Farker
Awesome work! Its coming along nicely.
Fwismoker
somebody shut me the fark up.
Love it! Make the charcoal basket to raise up to sear and i'll give you an A+++++
Right now you just get an A :wink:
Right now you just get an A :wink:
WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
Finally!!! it's done. All seasoned up will lard. Plan on doing a burn in it this week. Hope to get some meat on it soon. I had a blast making it but am glad to have it done.
Here is the link to a photo bucket slide show of the whole project.
http://s119.photobucket.com/user/womble79j/slideshow/85 gallon UDS
Here is the link to a photo bucket slide show of the whole project.
http://s119.photobucket.com/user/womble79j/slideshow/85 gallon UDS
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tkeen
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Looks good. Chrome stacks are a nice touch too.
razrbakcrzy
is one Smokin' Farker
sweeeet Blue mist of the gods ! that is a new "twist" I Like and might steal.....
Mugsterdad
Knows what a fatty is.
Very cool!!! Also, the cleanest shop I've seen....how do you find anything? lol
WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
Not always that clean. I actually took about 30mins to clean up my tools and junk before I took those last pics.
WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
I seen this in your post and was curious what it is? Mostly the Auber temp controller
"The UDS" W/ an Auber temp. Controller w/ 20CFM Blower
WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
Got my drum good and seasoned. Did a test burn Friday night. Temp wasn't the easiest to control. I think mostly due to some air leak issues. I installed a rope seal on the lid and also siliconed the intake vent. I hope to put a butt on it tonight around 12. Dove season comes in tomorrow and I hope to have it done mid morning so I can let it rest a few hours before lunch. Wish me luck!
borzwazie
Knows what a fatty is.
Darn nice work. Sealing up the leaks makes a big difference. You should be able to kill the fire entirely and save leftover charcoal for later. Now break it in with a fatty!
jeffturnerjr
is Blowin Smoke!
This really is one of the most impressive UDS builds I've seen. Would love to see some cook pics after you get some meat going.
WombleNC
Knows what a fatty is.
two 7lbs butts went on at 5:30pm. Hope 12hrs are enough. Getting up early to wrap and put in cooler. Hitting the dove fields for a hunt. busting those out for lunch.
