If a Redneck wanted to build a UDS

Norcoredneck · 06-05-2008, 06:20 PM

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

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

Layout Intake holes.
I chose 2" from bottom.

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

Centerpunch marks.

Drill pilot holes.

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

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

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

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/sh...2&postcount=40

Weld in Nipples

Install 3/4" ball valve.

BBQ Grail · 06-05-2008, 06:23 PM

Thank you!

Bbq Bubba · 06-05-2008, 07:03 PM

Your the only redneck i know with a welder.

Are you sure that holesaw isin't 1"?

Bbq Bubba · 06-05-2008, 07:04 PM

This might as well be made into a sticky right now.

NotleyQue · 06-05-2008, 07:06 PM

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.

Norcoredneck · 06-05-2008, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bbq Bubba

Are you sure that holesaw isin't 1"?

Details details. Actualy 25mm. 1". Nice catch Bubba. Didn't know you knew how to make one.

Correction made. Thanks.

swamprb · 06-05-2008, 07:51 PM

Damn! I might as well go cut the toilet seat in half now!

417bullelk · 06-05-2008, 09:49 PM

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!

Norcoredneck · 06-05-2008, 10:24 PM

[quote=Bbq Bubba;656088]Your the only redneck i know with a welder.

quote]
I don't have A welder. You should know me by now, I have 5

big brother smoke · 06-05-2008, 10:28 PM

Farking brilliant! Hey Pat, I am still up, can U believe it?

michiana mark · 06-05-2008, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big brother smoke

Farking brilliant! Hey Pat, I am still up, can U believe it?

Ya me too, course I just got home from work.

Barbarian · 06-05-2008, 11:00 PM

Very good tutorial.
Just curious, would you do the burnout before drilling the holes?

Barbarian · 06-05-2008, 11:04 PM

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

Hook_Line_and_Sinker · 06-05-2008, 11:06 PM

I great looking build pictorial !

based on the genially accepted basic design !

Awesome work Pat!

CaptGrumpy · 06-05-2008, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Barbarian

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

Four section would require absolute precision to prevent rocking.
Three points will always stay stable and not rock, even if off a titch bit!

06-05-2008, 06:20 PM	#1
Norcoredneck somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-10-06 Location: Norco, Ca.	If a Redneck wanted to build a UDS 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 Layout grill holes. I chose 1 3/4"" and 8" from top. You should assess the drum you are using. Layout Intake holes. I chose 2" from bottom. Layout Gauge hole. I chose 9" (1" below lower rack) Centerpunch marks. Drill pilot holes. Drill holes for Intake nipples I use 1" which lets you thread 3/4" nipple (clean round hole) Drill out holes for Grate supports I am going to use 1/4" bolts. I use Unibit to get clean holes in thin metal. Open up hole for gauge. I use 3/4" hole which is a tight fit for a 1/2" pipe thread. 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/sh...2&postcount=40 Weld in Nipples Install 3/4" ball valve. __________________ *Secret to my success* UDS IS the end al be all smoker. First choice in Trailer Parks across the nation! Last edited by Norcoredneck; 06-06-2008 at 05:35 PM..

06-05-2008, 06:23 PM	#2
BBQ Grail somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-11-03 Location: Rocklin, CA	Thank you! __________________ Larry Rocklin, California Creator of the World Famous MOINK Ball™ ... larry@thebbqgrail.com www.thebbqgrail.com *Just for the record! Real Californians don't use the term "Cali" Only tourists and transplanted posers do! -- Larry Gaian* Anything I can pick up and eat with one hand is an appetizer. - Zydecopaws

06-05-2008, 07:03 PM	#3
Bbq Bubba somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-03-07 Location: New Baltimore, Mi.	Your the only redneck i know with a welder. Are you sure that holesaw isin't 1"? __________________ Pitmaster - Lockharts BBQ of Royal Oak Founder, Michigan Drum Corp Authorized Backwoods dealer RSS BBQ roadside Vending & Catering 7X16 rolling BBQ kitchen...the "dog house" Treasurer.... GLBBQA RSSBBQ.COM Now roadside! www.greatlakesbbqsupply.com Rubbed, Smoked & Sauced BBQ Team sponsored by Barsleaks/Rislone

06-05-2008, 07:04 PM	#4
Bbq Bubba somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-03-07 Location: New Baltimore, Mi.	This might as well be made into a sticky right now. __________________ Pitmaster - Lockharts BBQ of Royal Oak Founder, Michigan Drum Corp Authorized Backwoods dealer RSS BBQ roadside Vending & Catering 7X16 rolling BBQ kitchen...the "dog house" Treasurer.... GLBBQA RSSBBQ.COM Now roadside! www.greatlakesbbqsupply.com Rubbed, Smoked & Sauced BBQ Team sponsored by Barsleaks/Rislone

06-05-2008, 07:06 PM	#5
NotleyQue Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-05-07 Location: Cardiff by the Sea CA	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. __________________ www.notleyque.com http://mimttm.wordpress.com/ Notley Que BBQ: Southern California's Finest BBQ Catering Meat is Murder......Tasty Tasty Murder

06-05-2008, 07:51 PM	#7
swamprb Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 10-27-06 Location: Bothell WA	Damn! I might as well go cut the toilet seat in half now! __________________ Brian - www.lefthandsmokebbq.com BGE's/WSM's/Drum Smokers/Weber Performer w EZ-Que/Cajun Bandit Conversion/Rib-O-Lator Test Pilot/ New Braunfels Bandera/Lodge Sportsman Hibachi/La Caja China/ King Kooker Turkey Fryer/Weber 1000 RK Drum Coffee Roaster/Vintage Kamado Rescue Unit KCBS CBJ/PNWBA CBJ www.pnwba.com

06-05-2008, 09:49 PM	#8
417bullelk Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 11-23-04 Location: Phoenix, AZ	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! __________________ Dustin Gilbert, AZ Modded Bandera..Proud owner of a Spicewine fire basket!! Weber WSM...Finally!! Weber Performer Weber 18.5" Kettle and a 22.5" Kettle Weber Smokey Joe Platinum w/One Touch Mod. Weber Smokey Joe Silver, A Charbroil Gasser, A Little Red Campfire.

06-05-2008, 10:24 PM	#9
Norcoredneck somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-10-06 Location: Norco, Ca.	[quote=Bbq Bubba;656088]Your the only redneck i know with a welder. quote] I don't have A welder. You should know me by now, I have 5 __________________ *Secret to my success* UDS IS the end al be all smoker. First choice in Trailer Parks across the nation!

06-05-2008, 10:28 PM	#10
big brother smoke somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-03-06 Location: Ventura, CA	Farking brilliant! Hey Pat, I am still up, can U believe it? __________________ Peace and Smoke, BBS http://simplymarvelousbbq.com/store/ Char-Broil Santa Fe Grill Custom rig by Santa Maria BBQ outfitters w/ Santa Maria grill and smoker UDS

06-05-2008, 11:00 PM	#12
Barbarian is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-07-07 Location: Middletown California	Very good tutorial. Just curious, would you do the burnout before drilling the holes? __________________ Cheers, Jerry aka Barbarian Drumhead - UDS x 2 & UDG Thermopen Keep on Smokin' KC native missin' KC IMBAS Certified MOINK Baller 2009 I also support PETA - People Eating Tasty Animals

06-05-2008, 11:04 PM	#13
Barbarian is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-07-07 Location: Middletown California	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 __________________ Cheers, Jerry aka Barbarian Drumhead - UDS x 2 & UDG Thermopen Keep on Smokin' KC native missin' KC IMBAS Certified MOINK Baller 2009 I also support PETA - People Eating Tasty Animals

06-05-2008, 11:06 PM	#14
Hook_Line_and_Sinker Take a breath! Join Date: 03-28-08 Location: Riverside, California	I great looking build pictorial ! based on the genially accepted basic design ! Awesome work Pat! __________________ Hook Line and Sinker UDS Orion Cooker Char Griller w/SFB w/mods Charbroil 7000 Gas Grill