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Old 11-20-2012, 12:55 PM   #1
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I will be smoking a turkey on Thanksgiving, and smoking a two pork shoulders on Saturday. My pit is a 24" pipe 3'3" long, and a fire box 18" wide 3'2'' long. I am planning on getting apple because I like milder flavors, and I am wonder how many bundles I should get.
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Old 11-20-2012, 01:05 PM   #2
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i would try to get at least half cord delivered. much cheaper then buying bundles
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Old 11-20-2012, 01:05 PM   #3
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Be careful with the turkey. Poultry LOVES smoke. You can easily make it inedible if you're not careful.
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Suggest a mix of Oak (heat) with a hint of Apple (flavor).
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So would a cord be enough for both cooks.
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Old 11-20-2012, 04:50 PM   #6
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So would a cord be enough for both cooks.
That should work.How much wood has it used in previous cooks?
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A cord of wood is enough for dozens of cooks - measured tightly stacked 4 ft deep by 4 feet tall by 8 feet long.
Would be enough for a full summer of cooking

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It is the first time firing her up. She will be completed tomorrow.
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Old 11-20-2012, 11:45 PM   #9
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If it was me.... I would go get a couple of bags of lump charcoal and some chunks of wood plus another turkey for a backup plan.

Straight wood on an untried cooker, cooking a Thanksgiving dinner for family and friends could be a problem.

I have been smoking for 15+ years and I remember the first turkey I cooked.
A little smoke goes a LONG way on poultry! Let's just say I'm glad it was only .39 a pound

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If you are firing it up for the first time go ahead and season the pit. While it's seasoning, go to the store and buy a couple whole chickens and try them out first. Then you will have a good idea for your Turkey.
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