UDS w/draft door

biggs98 · Jan 20, 2013

Waiting for my SS drum to arrive and I'm thinking of using a BGE draft door instead of the traditional intakes. Any issues using the door as opposed to the intakes or are they similar in maintaining heat. Any and all info/opinions is greatly appreciated. Thanks

Bluesman · Jan 20, 2013

I use one from a large BGE, works great

HeSmellsLikeSmoke · Jan 20, 2013

Works great on my SS Drum. I used a large/medium one too. It gives a very wide range of temperature control.

HeSmellsLikeSmoke · Jan 20, 2013

I mounted mine right at the bottom to allow me to rake ashes out when needed.

Here the link to my build

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=78156&highlight=Simple+stainless

yakdung · Jan 20, 2013

The next drum I build will have one. I just have to figure out where to purchase.

HeSmellsLikeSmoke · Jan 20, 2013

yakdung said:
The next drum I build will have one. I just have to figure out where to purchase.

Any BGE dealer.

Bluesman · Jan 20, 2013

HeSmellsLikeSmoke said:
I mounted mine right at the bottom to allow me to rake ashes out when needed.

Interesting. I mounted mine up 4" to allow for more air flow across the basket. I also include a pizza pan under the coal basket to collect the ashes. that's why I like this site, ideas, ideas...........great. Plus, I think the BGE vent looks great on a SS drum.

biggs98 · Jan 20, 2013

Any issues with the charcoal in the basket burning more on one side??

Bluesman · Jan 20, 2013

biggs98 said:
Any issues with the charcoal in the basket burning more on one side??

Had it for 2 1/2 years and it always burns uniform. All the way around.

Carbon · Jan 20, 2013

No issues. Works great. I made my own draft door.

HeSmellsLikeSmoke · Jan 20, 2013

Bluesman said:
Had it for 2 1/2 years and it always burns uniform. All the way around.

Same here. I put the kettle lid vent on the opposite side.

Bluesman · Jan 20, 2013

HeSmellsLikeSmoke said:
Same here. I put the kettle lid vent on the opposite side.

Same here my vents are opposite the intake. Your idea has merit. having to do it over again I would lower the vent, but still install the pizza pan under the fire basket. This way I could lift out the ashes with the basket......and get inside to scrape up the stuff that still finds its way to the bottom of the barrel. :clap2:

biggs98 · Jan 20, 2013

Draft door it is! As soon as my drum arrives I will post build pics. Thx for the help fellas!!

Bluesman · Jan 20, 2013

biggs98 said:
Draft door it is! As soon as my drum arrives I will post build pics. Thx for the help fellas!!

Were did you get the 55 gallon SS from?

Bluesman · Jan 20, 2013

I used a high heat food grade sealant behind the door and all of my fasteners. i don't have a leak anywhere. And after 2 1/2 years and about 40 cooks still good. here's the link.

http://answers.etundra.com/answers/...ilicone-caulk-questions-answers/questions.htm

Here's another one that comes in different colors

http://www.emisupply.com/catalog/si...-adhesive-sealant-103oz-cartridge-p-7083.html

biggs98 · Jan 21, 2013

Hey stupid question but the drum I'm getting held wine, so a quick burn, wash and season should do right????

biggs98 · Jan 21, 2013

Bluesman said:
Were did you get the 55 gallon SS from?

On EBay, I think the company is from Ohio. Here on Long Island it's hard to find reg drums let alone SS.

Bluesman · Jan 21, 2013

biggs98 said:
Hey stupid question but the drum I'm getting held wine, so a quick burn, wash and season should do right????

The way I did mine, and mind you I had to remove the liner first :mmph: You're in a much better position. I would build it complete. Draft door, top, racks everything, including the bottle opener. Then wipe down the inside with lard and fire it up. Take it to 350* let it sit there for a bit and then throw on a couple fatties. If you want you could wash down the inside withdish soap and water first. Either or your call. Post pics.

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