Patio Smoker

Drake · 11-21-2013, 08:54 AM

Hello All. I am getting a new smoker shortly. Im looking at the 48'' patio with a warmer. My question to the Brethren is, would this be too much of a smoker for a single rack of ribs or two. Most of my cooks are small cooks for the wife and myself. The young-un doesnt eat too much right now. I have these great visions of a brisket and pork butt and ribs all at the same time but dont know if it will happen that way. How much more fuel does a 48" smoker use over a 36" smoker? Right now Im cooking on a large egg and size has yet to be a problem. I have never cooked on a stick burner. But I really like the look of the 48".

peeps · 11-21-2013, 09:14 AM

Do you have the occasional need for a smoker that large with a warmer?

sliding_billy · 11-21-2013, 09:16 AM

If you've got the space and the funds, I say go bigger. The difference in fuel between a 36" and 48" is not going to be huge with an efficient smoker. It sounds like you are looking at the Lang. You can always load less meat, but more is not an option.

Drake · 11-21-2013, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by peeps

Do you have the occasional need for a smoker that large with a warmer?

Not really.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sliding_billy

If you've got the space and the funds, I say go bigger. The difference in fuel between a 36" and 48" is not going to be huge with an efficient smoker. It sounds like you are looking at the Lang. You can always load less meat, but more is not an option.

Im going to have TuscaloosaQ build it. Im sure I have driven him crazy by now with all the questions and indecisiveness, But he has been great and a pleasure to work with.

sliding_billy · 11-21-2013, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Drake

Not really.

Im going to have TuscaloosaQ build it. Im sure I have driven him crazy by now with all the questions and indecisiveness, But he has been great and a pleasure to work with.

Once you get that 48" you can come up with occasions to cook more. Plus, there is always frozen (and refrigerated for quicker eating) leftovers. Obviously, whatever TQ makes is going to be efficient as heck. Here is a link to my recent build. The photos have been moved in the original thread, so here is an image as well. The one thing I did as a contingency for smaller cooks was install a damper between the main chamber and the warmer box with separate exhausts. That way I could shut down the warmer box and move the exhaust to the one connected directly to the main chamber. Feel free to hit me up on PM for any more info on this build.

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...d.php?t=172861

peeps · 11-21-2013, 09:38 AM

I did a single rack of spares in Earl over the weekend. I think I used 6 splits (had one going with a fair bit of life left when I pulled them) or so on a bed of charcoal. Yours is gonna be a bit more steel to heat up, so it make take a bit more. If that is a fuel usage that you can live with, go for it!

Callahan-que · 11-21-2013, 12:17 PM

I have done a 14lb packer and an 8lb butt on my 36 patio with plenty of room to spare.

Terry The Toad · 11-21-2013, 12:40 PM

Hmmm... how do I say this: I have the Lang 48 and I have NEVER wished I had gone with a smaller smoker. But, I have often wished I had a larger one. It is true that you can cram a lot of meat on a smaller smoker. What I miss is the space when I want to cook in pans. My family likes smoked wings and smoked bacon-wrapped chicken breasts. I like to cook those in the big disposable aluminum chafing pans - and you just can't fit too many in there.

Uncle JJ · 11-21-2013, 12:53 PM

When I got my pit from Paul Shirley, I was set aback at how big it was. I had originally been thinking about a 48" or smaller. I think it ended up being about 54". I also did the warming cabinet, which can hold a lot of food.

Since I've had it home, I can't imagine having anything else. I do a lot more big cooks than I ever expected. You wouldn't believe how extra food finds a happy home somewhere.

It is so much fun cooking on a big offset. I say get the 48", and you'll never regret it!

dwfisk · 11-21-2013, 12:54 PM

To your original question, naw it is not to big. Mine is about 72" and I'll fire it up fo a rack or two or other smaller cooks. I have found though that once I decide to fire it up for a couple racks of ribs, I'll usually go ahead and cook a few meals (i.e., add a couple chckens). You will absolutely love Paul's 48", workmanship and customer service is outstanding.

Diesel Dave · 11-21-2013, 01:07 PM

I also say go for the 48". You won't be disappointed in the quality from Paul and Ty.
But the difference in a 36" - 48" in fuel usage is minimal.

I guess the ole saying "go BIG or go home" kinda really fit's pits in my opinion.

Uncle JJ · 11-21-2013, 01:25 PM

+1 on TQ's customer service. He called me just the other day to see how the cooker is working out and to check in on my family. Once you buy from those Shirley folks, they treat you like family.

awscwi · 11-21-2013, 03:26 PM

Im looking forward to my TQ build pics.....Delivery to be ~ Jan 1.

Very smooth transaction thus far !!

I was in a Father Son business for almost 2O years, I admire that about them.

ButtBurner · 11-21-2013, 03:29 PM

Paul is a great guy

I am going to have him build me a cooker this spring after I get my bonus check from work

cholloway · 11-21-2013, 03:33 PM

Custom size it since its a custom build.
Can TQ do a 42" cook chamber with appropriate sized warmer box?

11-21-2013, 08:54 AM	#1
Drake Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-09-13 Location: South FL	Patio Smoker Hello All. I am getting a new smoker shortly. Im looking at the 48'' patio with a warmer. My question to the Brethren is, would this be too much of a smoker for a single rack of ribs or two. Most of my cooks are small cooks for the wife and myself. The young-un doesnt eat too much right now. I have these great visions of a brisket and pork butt and ribs all at the same time but dont know if it will happen that way. How much more fuel does a 48" smoker use over a 36" smoker? Right now Im cooking on a large egg and size has yet to be a problem. I have never cooked on a stick burner. But I really like the look of the 48".

11-21-2013, 09:14 AM	#2
peeps somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-09-13 Location: Round Rock, TX	Do you have the occasional need for a smoker that large with a warmer? __________________ - [B][COLOR="darkorange"]Earl [/COLOR][/B]- My Custom Vertical Offset Smoker by AJ's Custom Cookers ([URL="http://bit.ly/1gelc9M"]build link[/URL]) - [B][COLOR="darkorange"]Colt[/COLOR][/B] - Superior SS-2 w/ DigiQ DXII- Courtesy of Gainesville Jaycees and Superior Smokers - [B]Weber Kettle 22.5 OTG[/B] w/ Craycort Cast Iron Grates - [B][COLOR="darkorange"]Major[/COLOR][/B] - Mini WSM (from SJS) [B][COLOR="Blue"]Certified IMBAS MOINK Baller![/COLOR][/B] ([URL="http://bit.ly/1lr5cKx"]Certificate of Authenticity[/URL]) / [B][COLOR="Blue"]Join the fun in the [URL="http://bit.ly/1ew3H57"]Throwdowns[/URL]![/COLOR][/B]

11-21-2013, 09:38 AM	#6
peeps somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-09-13 Location: Round Rock, TX	I did a single rack of spares in Earl over the weekend. I think I used 6 splits (had one going with a fair bit of life left when I pulled them) or so on a bed of charcoal. Yours is gonna be a bit more steel to heat up, so it make take a bit more. If that is a fuel usage that you can live with, go for it! __________________ - [B][COLOR="darkorange"]Earl [/COLOR][/B]- My Custom Vertical Offset Smoker by AJ's Custom Cookers ([URL="http://bit.ly/1gelc9M"]build link[/URL]) - [B][COLOR="darkorange"]Colt[/COLOR][/B] - Superior SS-2 w/ DigiQ DXII- Courtesy of Gainesville Jaycees and Superior Smokers - [B]Weber Kettle 22.5 OTG[/B] w/ Craycort Cast Iron Grates - [B][COLOR="darkorange"]Major[/COLOR][/B] - Mini WSM (from SJS) [B][COLOR="Blue"]Certified IMBAS MOINK Baller![/COLOR][/B] ([URL="http://bit.ly/1lr5cKx"]Certificate of Authenticity[/URL]) / [B][COLOR="Blue"]Join the fun in the [URL="http://bit.ly/1ew3H57"]Throwdowns[/URL]![/COLOR][/B]

11-21-2013, 12:17 PM	#7
Callahan-que Babbling Farker Join Date: 11-18-10 Location: Callahan Fl Name/Nickname : Rick	I have done a 14lb packer and an 8lb butt on my 36 patio with plenty of room to spare. __________________ Rick

11-21-2013, 12:40 PM	#8
Terry The Toad is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 08-16-11 Location: Saint Cloud, FL	Hmmm... how do I say this: I have the Lang 48 and I have NEVER wished I had gone with a smaller smoker. But, I have often wished I had a larger one. It is true that you can cram a lot of meat on a smaller smoker. What I miss is the space when I want to cook in pans. My family likes smoked wings and smoked bacon-wrapped chicken breasts. I like to cook those in the big disposable aluminum chafing pans - and you just can't fit too many in there. __________________ Lang 48 Original Superfast [COLOR=red]RED[/COLOR] ThermaPen "I love animals. I just love to eat them more. Fun to pet; better to chew." - Jim Gaffigan

11-21-2013, 09:16 AM	#3
sliding_billy somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-27-13 Location: Princeton, TX Name/Nickname : )	If you've got the space and the funds, I say go bigger. The difference in fuel between a 36" and 48" is not going to be huge with an efficient smoker. It sounds like you are looking at the Lang. You can always load less meat, but more is not an option.

11-21-2013, 12:53 PM	#9
Uncle JJ Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-07-13 Location: Smyrna, GA	When I got my pit from Paul Shirley, I was set aback at how big it was. I had originally been thinking about a 48" or smaller. I think it ended up being about 54". I also did the warming cabinet, which can hold a lot of food. Since I've had it home, I can't imagine having anything else. I do a lot more big cooks than I ever expected. You wouldn't believe how extra food finds a happy home somewhere. It is so much fun cooking on a big offset. I say get the 48", and you'll never regret it!

11-21-2013, 12:54 PM	#10
dwfisk Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 08-01-12 Location: Fairfield, Florida Name/Nickname : Dave	To your original question, naw it is not to big. Mine is about 72" and I'll fire it up fo a rack or two or other smaller cooks. I have found though that once I decide to fire it up for a couple racks of ribs, I'll usually go ahead and cook a few meals (i.e., add a couple chckens). You will absolutely love Paul's 48", workmanship and customer service is outstanding. __________________ I'm Dave Got a bunch of cooking toys and a custom metal fabrication shop where I spend my time building all sorts of smokers & outdoor cooking gear.

11-21-2013, 01:07 PM	#11
Diesel Dave Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 08-23-13 Location: In the woods	I also say go for the 48". You won't be disappointed in the quality from Paul and Ty. But the difference in a 36" - 48" in fuel usage is minimal. I guess the ole saying "go BIG or go home" kinda really fit's pits in my opinion. __________________ [B][COLOR=Blue]Help us raise funds to feed our Veterans and Homeless [/COLOR][/B][COLOR=Blue][COLOR=Black][URL="https://www.gofundme.com/2s8fv5qs"][B][COLOR=Red]HERE[/COLOR][/B][/URL][/COLOR][/COLOR] Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring ― Marilyn Monroe

11-21-2013, 01:25 PM	#12
Uncle JJ Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-07-13 Location: Smyrna, GA	+1 on TQ's customer service. He called me just the other day to see how the cooker is working out and to check in on my family. Once you buy from those Shirley folks, they treat you like family.

11-21-2013, 03:26 PM	#13
awscwi Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 05-30-11 Location: Chapin, SC	Im looking forward to my TQ build pics.....Delivery to be ~ Jan 1. Very smooth transaction thus far !! I was in a Father Son business for almost 2O years, I admire that about them. __________________ Humphrey's Down East Beast / XLarge BGE / Hunsaker Drum / Blackstone Mafia

11-21-2013, 03:29 PM	#14
ButtBurner Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-18-12 Location: Dearborn Mi, Manton Mi	Paul is a great guy I am going to have him build me a cooker this spring after I get my bonus check from work __________________ Michigan Custom 'Que "Serving Those Who Have Served US" Shirley Fabrication Custom Smoker Member Great Lakes BBQ Assn ServSafe Food Handler Certified [URL]https://www.facebook.com/pages/Michigan-Custom-Que/327994370697180?sk=timeline[/URL]

11-21-2013, 03:33 PM	#15
cholloway Babbling Farker Join Date: 05-10-11 Location: East of Atlanta, GA. Name/Nickname : Colin	Custom size it since its a custom build. Can TQ do a 42" cook chamber with appropriate sized warmer box? __________________ Colin - "Drinking alcohol can cause memory loss... or worse, memory loss" New Braunfels Hondo Offset New Braunfels Bandera (Refurbished & Improved) Char-Broil 450 (Purchased new in 1981) 1996 Blue Weber SS Performer Weber charcoal Go-Anywhere 2 Weber SJSs & modified stock pot Mini-WSM Weber rotisserie, Rib-O-Lator & Smokenator system Blackstone Tailgater Combo & STOK Island gasser