If a Redneck wanted to build a UDS

Norcoredneck · 06-05-2008, 07:20 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, 07:23 PM

Thank you!

Bbq Bubba · 06-05-2008, 08:03 PM

Your the only redneck i know with a welder.

Are you sure that holesaw isin't 1"?

Bbq Bubba · 06-05-2008, 08:04 PM

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

NotleyQue · 06-05-2008, 08:06 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, 08:23 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, 08:51 PM

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

417bullelk · 06-05-2008, 10:49 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, 11:24 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, 11:28 PM

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

michiana mark · 06-05-2008, 11:33 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 · 06-06-2008, 12:00 AM

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

Barbarian · 06-06-2008, 12:04 AM

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 · 06-06-2008, 12:06 AM

I great looking build pictorial !

based on the genially accepted basic design !

Awesome work Pat!

CaptGrumpy · 06-06-2008, 12:20 AM

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, 07:20 PM	#1
Norcoredneck somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-11-06 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* Last edited by Norcoredneck; 06-06-2008 at 06:35 PM..

06-05-2008, 07:23 PM	#2
BBQ Grail somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 08-11-03 Location: Rocklin, CA	Thank you! __________________ Larry Rocklin, California larry@thebbqgrail.com www.thebbqgrail.com When in doubt just ask Cowgirl...

06-05-2008, 08:03 PM	#3
Bbq Bubba Quintessential Chatty Farker 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 - Bad Brads BBQ Founder, Michigan Drum Corp Self proclaimed drum master! 85 gallon XXL drum 7X16 rolling BBQ kitchen...the "dog house" BOD.... GLBBQA RSSBBQ.COM Now roadside! www.greatlakesbbqsupply.com Rubbed, Smoked & Sauced BBQ Team Got BBQ?

06-05-2008, 08:04 PM	#4
Bbq Bubba Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 05-03-07 Location: New Baltimore, Mi.	This might as well be made into a sticky right now. __________________ Pitmaster - Bad Brads BBQ Founder, Michigan Drum Corp Self proclaimed drum master! 85 gallon XXL drum 7X16 rolling BBQ kitchen...the "dog house" BOD.... GLBBQA RSSBBQ.COM Now roadside! www.greatlakesbbqsupply.com Rubbed, Smoked & Sauced BBQ Team Got BBQ?

06-05-2008, 08:06 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, 08:51 PM	#7
swamprb Babbling Farker Join Date: 10-27-06 Location: Bothell WA	Damn! I might as well go cut the toilet seat in half now! __________________ Brian Midnight Ramblers BBQ - Left Hand Smoke "Fire it Up" KCBS/PNWBA CBJ BGE's Imperial Kamados Drums WSM's Cookshack 008 Little Chief Smoker Red Weber Performer/EZ-Que Rotisserie Red Genesis Silver C Lodge Hibachi Turkey Fryer La Caja China RK Drum Coffee Roaster CLICK HERE for my theme song! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xFF4...eature=related

06-05-2008, 10:49 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, 11:24 PM	#9
Norcoredneck somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-11-06 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*

06-05-2008, 11:28 PM	#10
big brother smoke Quintessential Chatty Farker 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

06-06-2008, 12:00 AM	#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

06-06-2008, 12:04 AM	#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

06-06-2008, 12:06 AM	#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