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06-13-2008, 08:50 AM | #77 |
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Join Date: 04-07-07
Location: Westerville,OH
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Ok guys, here's almost my last question. Does anyone have a clear picture of the "holed" approach on their standard lid? I'm shrinking the cost of the UDS class by the minute and this is one of the last things I need to look at.
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06-13-2008, 11:02 AM | #78 | |
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Join Date: 02-06-08
Location: Santa Ana, CA
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Double barrel smoker, one stacked over the other. (55 gal drums). 85 Gal UDS Large Kettle Grill "I am the Lizard King.... I can do anything." "Out here on the perimeter there are no stars... out here we is stoned.... immaculate" - An American Poet |
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06-13-2008, 11:11 AM | #79 |
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Join Date: 05-09-07
Location: God's Country Ossipee-Osceola NC
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That sure looks familiar
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06-13-2008, 11:24 AM | #80 |
Found some matches.
Join Date: 06-08-08
Location: Pleasant Grove, UT
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I thought UDS's where supposed to be simple?
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06-13-2008, 05:45 PM | #82 |
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Join Date: 11-07-07
Location: Middletown California
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ChineseBob, I think they are trying to say 8 holes out near the outside edge of the lid.
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06-13-2008, 06:02 PM | #83 | |
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Join Date: 05-09-07
Location: God's Country Ossipee-Osceola NC
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06-13-2008, 07:21 PM | #84 |
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Join Date: 10-28-07
Location: North Logan, UT
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N8man, I hope you feel the love from Utah baby, that template helped me so much!!! I went and had it blown up and then laminated and have now used it on four drums. Thanks again
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06-13-2008, 09:33 PM | #85 |
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Join Date: 05-09-07
Location: God's Country Ossipee-Osceola NC
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Not Meaning to Hijack Norco's Thread but Thanks Bro. That's why I Shared it in the First Place, Brother Helping Brother in Our Search For The Sweet Blue Truth. The Unity of the Brethren Collective, One's Knowledge Shared Becomes One's Insight Gained.
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06-13-2008, 09:52 PM | #86 |
somebody shut me the fark up.
Join Date: 07-11-06
Location: Norco, Ca.
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Divide drum into 3 sections
Layout grill holes. I chose 1 3/4"" and 8" from top. You should assess the drum you are using. Layout Intake holes. I chose 2" from bottom. Layout Gauge hole. I chose 9" (1" below lower rack) Centerpunch marks. Drill pilot holes. Drill holes for Intake nipples I use 1" which lets you thread 3/4" nipple (clean round hole) Drill out holes for Grate supports I am going to use 1/4" bolts. I use Unibit to get clean holes in thin metal. Open up hole for gauge. I use 3/4" hole which is a tight fit for a 1/2" pipe thread. Thread in 3/4" close nipples I use cap to protect threads and screw in as far as possible. This link will show alternative to welding nipples. http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...2&postcount=40 Weld in Nipples Install 3/4" ball valve. __________________ Install grate supports. I use this set up. I go hex head in. It seems to keep grate from slipping off when setting in. Also nice when you spin grate. I use 1 3/4" for top and 2" for bottom. Install gauge. Again use conduit nut that comes with gauge to lock in. Add Handles (optional) I got these at Home Depot in the Hardware isle by garage door section. Little tip pre-bend ears with pliers past radius of drum so they will bend and hug drum when tightened. Making Charcoal basket This is the toughest part. I start with a replacement charcoal grate from a 18.5" weber kettle. I purchased at Home Depot This is a view of legs. I chose 1/2" bolts 3 1/2" long. I use 2 washers and 2 nuts to capture grate. I use a piece of 3/4 #9 expanded metal 8" wide X 44" long. I pre bend it. Attach it to weber grate. I welded but you can use wire and twist and bolt where overlaps. Here is it complete Reworking Lid The last part would be to drill 8ea. 1/2" holes equally spaced in flat lid. I am using Weber Kettle lids so I am providing pic. of first UDS I built. Some lids have a 2" threaded bung opening that people have threaded pipe intoto make a smoke stack. Here is a link to examples. Now only thing missing is a couple of 22" Weber grills and you are ready to cook. Last edited by Norcoredneck; 06-14-2008 at 03:51 AM.. |
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06-13-2008, 09:56 PM | #87 |
somebody shut me the fark up.
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I'm giddy with anticipation. What's next?
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06-13-2008, 10:10 PM | #88 |
somebody shut me the fark up.
Join Date: 06-28-07
Location: Duvall, WA
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Is it done yet...is it done yet...is it done yet...??? Good job Norco...
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06-14-2008, 12:19 AM | #89 |
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Join Date: 03-28-08
Location: Downey, California
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This pictorial tribute to the basic Ugly Drum Smoker construction, as executed by one of the Brethren master craftsmen is outstanding!
Armed with Norcoredneck's pictorial guide and and N8man's layout diagram. ANYONE wishing to build their first drum should have no problem achieving success First time builders should heed the words - keep it simple Consider that for a small investment in time and money, you will produce a fine smoker! These literally can be built and used the same day.
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06-14-2008, 12:57 PM | #90 |
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Join Date: 05-09-07
Location: God's Country Ossipee-Osceola NC
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Again, an Excellent Tutorial!!! Now, We need to see that Bad Boy Fired Up and Smoking, Please.
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