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If a Redneck wanted to build a UDS

Norcoredneck

Norcoredneck

somebody shut me the fark up.
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Ok here is how he would do it. Not that this is the right way or the only way but how I would do it. Will add steps as I complete them.

Divide drum into 3 sections

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Layout grill holes.
I chose 1 3/4"" and 8" from top. You should assess the drum you are using.

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Layout Intake holes.
I chose 2" from bottom.

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Layout Gauge hole.
I chose 9" (1" below lower rack)

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Centerpunch marks.

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Drill pilot holes.

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Drill holes for Intake nipples
I use 1" which lets you thread 3/4" nipple (clean round hole)

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Drill out holes for Grate supports
I am going to use 1/4" bolts. I use Unibit to get clean holes in thin metal.

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Open up hole for gauge.
I use 3/4" hole which is a tight fit for a 1/2" pipe thread.

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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/showpost.php?p=656872&postcount=40

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Weld in Nipples

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Install 3/4" ball valve.

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Your the only redneck i know with a welder. :twisted:

Are you sure that holesaw isin't 1"?
 
Norco gave me these exact same plans. Cheep and easy, and the UDS holds temps all night long.


This is (IMO) the best method to build one of these amazing smokers.
 
Damn! I might as well go cut the toilet seat in half now!
 
I'm with Bubba.....please sticky this one ASAP. This is how I plan to build mine.

THANKS Norcoredneck!! Great job. I like the notes written on the barrel. You made it redneck proof!
 
Very good tutorial.
Just curious, would you do the burnout before drilling the holes?
 
Oooops, just wondering also why three sections not four?
I thought it might be tougher for a redneck to do that cipherin'. I think Jethro would have gone with four sections. lol
 
Barbarian said:
Oooops, just wondering also why three sections not four?
I thought it might be tougher for a redneck to do that cipherin'. I think Jethro would have gone with four sections. lol
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Four section would require absolute precision to prevent rocking.
Three points will always stay stable and not rock, even if off a titch bit!
 
CaptGrumpy said:
Four section would require absolute precision to prevent rocking.
Three points will always stay stable and not rock, even if off a titch bit!
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Bingo! plus grates arn't perfectly true and don't stay that way.
 
Um....your still buildin me one. My level of domestication prevents me from paying any attention to your instructions.
I'd rather pay you........to build the farker for me.
Please return your phone calls..
 
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