First Run On the Texas Original Pits - Pearsall

AKMIMNAK · 12-16-2017, 10:12 PM

Just got this sweet thang for $700 (1849 retail). Prior owner used a dozen times. Took her for a test run tonight. Didn't smoke any meat, but wanted to play with the stick burner just to see what it could do since I've never owned one. Being 20-25 degrees outside here, it was a good opportunity to see what I can expect out of this thing in the winter here in Minnesota. Even though I wasn't smoking meat, I couldn't resist the urge to throw some burgers and polish sausages on in the firebox for dinner....may as well put that fuel to good use.

Used about 1.5 chimneys full of lump to get a nice bed of coals, and within 40 minutes had the furthest corner of the main chamber up to 225. Eventually got it a little higher but backed off after using up two sticks on it. Was able to get consistent chamber temps for a couple hours with that amount of coal and two sticks. The vertical chamber on the far left never got above 140 or so, so if I want to use that in the winter I'll have to kick up my fuel a couple of notches.

Used my Grill Grates on top of a charcoal basket in the firebox and the setup did quite a number on my 1/3 lb 80/20 patties. Capped em off with some of my smoked white vermont cheddar. All delicious! A very versatile cooker.

I will likely need to do some gasket work on the vertical chamber. Any recommendations on what to buy and how to apply?

aks801 · 12-16-2017, 10:15 PM

That is a legit score right there!

SmittyJonz · 12-16-2017, 10:15 PM

I have seen any gaskets last very long on an offset but may last longer on the Vertical portion.

Westx · 12-16-2017, 11:26 PM

Bbqgaskets.com

Czarbecue · 12-17-2017, 06:51 AM

Use gasket tape for doors. Don’t bother using RTV silicone unless you have bad welds or covering holes. Gaskets work well for everything but the firebox.

Notorious Q.U.E. · 12-17-2017, 07:39 AM

Lavalock is what I used on my Pearsall vertical many moons ago. The gap by the latch was wide so I layered Lavalock gasket by the biggest gap. It lessened the smoke leak but didn’t eliminate it completely

12-16-2017, 10:12 PM	#1
AKMIMNAK is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 08-02-17 Location: Alaska Name/Nickname : Jonathan	First Run On the Texas Original Pits - Pearsall Just got this sweet thang for $700 (1849 retail). Prior owner used a dozen times. Took her for a test run tonight. Didn't smoke any meat, but wanted to play with the stick burner just to see what it could do since I've never owned one. Being 20-25 degrees outside here, it was a good opportunity to see what I can expect out of this thing in the winter here in Minnesota. Even though I wasn't smoking meat, I couldn't resist the urge to throw some burgers and polish sausages on in the firebox for dinner....may as well put that fuel to good use. Used about 1.5 chimneys full of lump to get a nice bed of coals, and within 40 minutes had the furthest corner of the main chamber up to 225. Eventually got it a little higher but backed off after using up two sticks on it. Was able to get consistent chamber temps for a couple hours with that amount of coal and two sticks. The vertical chamber on the far left never got above 140 or so, so if I want to use that in the winter I'll have to kick up my fuel a couple of notches. Used my Grill Grates on top of a charcoal basket in the firebox and the setup did quite a number on my 1/3 lb 80/20 patties. Capped em off with some of my smoked white vermont cheddar. All delicious! A very versatile cooker. I will likely need to do some gasket work on the vertical chamber. Any recommendations on what to buy and how to apply? __________________ Born and raised Alaskan and BBQ lover Last edited by AKMIMNAK; 04-25-2018 at 10:40 PM..

12-16-2017, 10:15 PM	#2
aks801 is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 08-21-08 Location: Katy, TX	That is a legit score right there! __________________ alan The Line-up: 22.5 Weber OTS; 22.5 Weber WSM. Gone but not forgotten: ECB (modded); New Braunfels Hondo stick burner. "Been dazed and confused for so long it's not true"

12-16-2017, 10:15 PM	#3
SmittyJonz somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-17-13 Location: Burleson Tx	I have seen any gaskets last very long on an offset but may last longer on the Vertical portion. __________________ NO Such Thing as Over Smoked - just Over Dirty Smoked.............
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12-16-2017, 11:26 PM	#4
Westx is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 04-17-16 Location: Midlothian, Texas	Bbqgaskets.com __________________ 22" Weber Kettle PBC 24x42 Shirley Fabrication Elevated/Straight back patio model with warmer Assassin 36” Pellet Grill LSG Mini on reversed comp cart LSG 20”x36” pellet grill Wes
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12-17-2017, 06:51 AM	#5
Czarbecue Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-24-17 Location: Monroe, GA Name/Nickname : Viet King Cong	Use gasket tape for doors. Don’t bother using RTV silicone unless you have bad welds or covering holes. Gaskets work well for everything but the firebox. __________________ Boathouse Smokers Big Black Cabinet
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12-17-2017, 07:39 AM	#6
Notorious Q.U.E. is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 04-21-17 Location: Denver, Colorado	Lavalock is what I used on my Pearsall vertical many moons ago. The gap by the latch was wide so I layered Lavalock gasket by the biggest gap. It lessened the smoke leak but didn’t eliminate it completely __________________ Battleship Row: --Pitmaker Vault IVC (Charcoal Metallic) “Dreadnought” --Shirley Fabrication 24x50 Traditional Door Patio (3/8” CC/FB) "Precious Metal" "...can't you see? Sometimes your words just hypnotize me and I just love your flashy ways. Guess that's why they broke and you're so paid!!!"
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