Smoker build-slowly but surely - Page 2

Muscrat · 06-21-2012, 11:13 AM

One of the reasons I didn't put springs was I wanted to keep it low to the ground. I figure I can run the tires about 25psi to help absorb some of the bumps. Plus I don't plan on pulling it very far. Had I done more research I would have used a torsion axel instead but this one was welded on already. It's not optimum but oh we'll.

Keep the comments coming. Hopefully someone will catch a mistake before it happens!! LOL

Muscrat · 06-25-2012, 02:00 PM

I didn't get to work on the smoker but I did get to do some cooking on the uds for the zombie response team. Pics coming shortly

Muscrat · 06-25-2012, 02:05 PM

A few ribs and fatties. And some steak on the wok!!!

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LoneStarMojo · 06-25-2012, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Muscrat

One of the reasons I didn't put springs was I wanted to keep it low to the ground. I figure I can run the tires about 25psi to help absorb some of the bumps. Plus I don't plan on pulling it very far. Had I done more research I would have used a torsion axel instead but this one was welded on already. It's not optimum but oh we'll.

Keep the comments coming. Hopefully someone will catch a mistake before it happens!! LOL

Hmmm...my experience pulling my own trailer is that when the tire pressure is too low in my trailer tires I get a really bad back and forth sway with my trailer. maybe it's just my set-up. It will be interesting to see how yours will do. That firebox looks great and the frame looks like it'll be nice and strong. Keep the pics flowing bro!

CarolinaQue · 06-25-2012, 09:37 PM

I have to say that I think that you are making a HUGE mistake not putting springs on the axle and mounting them to the frame of the trailer. You're going to have a VERY bumpy ride with out them. And running your tires that low has it's own sets of issues also. You could likely blow one out and/or damage a rim. Not sure I'd want to be towing thousands of lbs behind me at any real speed if and when that happens.

Muscrat · 06-25-2012, 10:19 PM

I can always add a torsion axel afterwards if it becomes an issue. We shall see.

Muscrat · 06-28-2012, 10:08 AM

Does anybody know who or where to get the best/most reliable temp gauge?

Zig · 06-28-2012, 10:28 AM

Here is a good place.

http://www.rivercountry101.com/servlet/StoreFront

Muscrat · 06-28-2012, 02:32 PM

That's a pretty sweet thermometer. That'll be added to the shopping list!!!

Muscrat · 06-29-2012, 10:38 AM

Ok finally getting back to construction on the smoker. The fire box ha turned out to be way more work than anticipated but I'm enjoying the quiet time.

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Before insulation!

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This insulation is flakey and hard to deal with but I finally got it in there!

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And now covered up.

Muscrat · 06-29-2012, 08:45 PM

Any volunteers to come help lift this box off the table!!??!!

kotaman77571 · 06-29-2012, 10:01 PM

I like what you got going so far besides the axle direct to the trailer. I am trying to get my materials together to start building my trailer pit as well. I have never seen the firebox like that. Where did you get details for that like what to use, kind of insulation, spacing, etc? I could really use that so I don't have to worry so much about a hot spot being near the firebox. Does it help hold heat better or does it keep you from buring some fool that wants to lean on it, lol.

Muscrat · 06-29-2012, 10:12 PM

The box design came from a fellow brethren (thatswhatshesaidbbq) and he got the design from a jambo pit design. So I did more looking and finally seen some goods pics if the jambo and off I went. I insulated for better heat control and also for safety during tailgate parties.

The insulation is fiber wool board. It came from a place in Springfield MO. Pretty cheap I thought so that's what I went with it has a 2000° melting point. It's 2" thick.

Yeah I have gotton crucified over the whole solid axel thing but I'll take care of that at a later date.
Thanks for looking and if you have anymore questions feel free to ask.

Muscrat · 06-30-2012, 06:07 AM

Putting the box and the chamber together was a little trick but I got it!!!

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Muscrat · 07-01-2012, 07:17 PM

Today I worked on the grate and the doors. I was hoping since I cut the doors with a plasma cutter that they would fit right back in place. NOPE!! 3 hrs later thet finally fit.

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The grill grate on the right is removable incase cleaning is needed.

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06-21-2012, 11:13 AM	#16
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	One of the reasons I didn't put springs was I wanted to keep it low to the ground. I figure I can run the tires about 25psi to help absorb some of the bumps. Plus I don't plan on pulling it very far. Had I done more research I would have used a torsion axel instead but this one was welded on already. It's not optimum but oh we'll. Keep the comments coming. Hopefully someone will catch a mistake before it happens!! LOL __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-25-2012, 02:00 PM	#17
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I didn't get to work on the smoker but I did get to do some cooking on the uds for the zombie response team. Pics coming shortly __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-25-2012, 02:05 PM	#18
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	A few ribs and fatties. And some steak on the wok!!! ImageUploadedByTapatalk1340651011.318354.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1340651066.940388.jpg __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-25-2012, 09:37 PM	#20
CarolinaQue is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 06-23-07 Location: North Berwick, ME Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have to say that I think that you are making a HUGE mistake not putting springs on the axle and mounting them to the frame of the trailer. You're going to have a VERY bumpy ride with out them. And running your tires that low has it's own sets of issues also. You could likely blow one out and/or damage a rim. Not sure I'd want to be towing thousands of lbs behind me at any real speed if and when that happens. __________________ Tim “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts.” - Mark Twain - Beautiful family - Home made trailer mounted reverse flow offset w/ vertical chamber, Weber OTG and an ECB

06-25-2012, 10:19 PM	#21
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I can always add a torsion axel afterwards if it becomes an issue. We shall see. __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-28-2012, 10:08 AM	#22
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Does anybody know who or where to get the best/most reliable temp gauge? __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-28-2012, 10:28 AM	#23
Zig Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 04-03-12 Location: Shippensburg,Pa Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Here is a good place. http://www.rivercountry101.com/servlet/StoreFront __________________ Zigs Pig BBQ Team Zegers BBQ Cookers KCBS, CBJ

06-28-2012, 02:32 PM	#24
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	That's a pretty sweet thermometer. That'll be added to the shopping list!!! __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-29-2012, 10:38 AM	#25
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Ok finally getting back to construction on the smoker. The fire box ha turned out to be way more work than anticipated but I'm enjoying the quiet time. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1340984126.819261.jpg Before insulation! ImageUploadedByTapatalk1340984185.636875.jpg This insulation is flakey and hard to deal with but I finally got it in there! ImageUploadedByTapatalk1340984260.734945.jpg And now covered up. __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-29-2012, 08:45 PM	#26
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Any volunteers to come help lift this box off the table!!??!! __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-29-2012, 10:01 PM	#27
kotaman77571 Got Wood. Join Date: 09-20-10 Location: Pasadena, TX Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I like what you got going so far besides the axle direct to the trailer. I am trying to get my materials together to start building my trailer pit as well. I have never seen the firebox like that. Where did you get details for that like what to use, kind of insulation, spacing, etc? I could really use that so I don't have to worry so much about a hot spot being near the firebox. Does it help hold heat better or does it keep you from buring some fool that wants to lean on it, lol.

06-29-2012, 10:12 PM	#28
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	The box design came from a fellow brethren (thatswhatshesaidbbq) and he got the design from a jambo pit design. So I did more looking and finally seen some goods pics if the jambo and off I went. I insulated for better heat control and also for safety during tailgate parties. The insulation is fiber wool board. It came from a place in Springfield MO. Pretty cheap I thought so that's what I went with it has a 2000° melting point. It's 2" thick. Yeah I have gotton crucified over the whole solid axel thing but I'll take care of that at a later date. Thanks for looking and if you have anymore questions feel free to ask. __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

06-30-2012, 06:07 AM	#29
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Putting the box and the chamber together was a little trick but I got it!!! ImageUploadedByTapatalk1341054335.533672.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1341054371.400524.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1341054406.634086.jpg __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!

07-01-2012, 07:17 PM	#30
Muscrat Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-15-10 Location: Tuscola Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Today I worked on the grate and the doors. I was hoping since I cut the doors with a plasma cutter that they would fit right back in place. NOPE!! 3 hrs later thet finally fit. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1341188117.378801.jpg The grill grate on the right is removable incase cleaning is needed. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1341188197.811674.jpg __________________ Its Si-intistic, Jack! Comp smoker on wheels for sale!