Hi, I am making a drum smoker and I am probably over thinking this, but would appreciate some input. My 30 gallon drum is 18 1/4 " wide (inside to inside edge) and I was wondering how big my charcoal basket should be(height and diameter ), and I also noticed some people put a separater so the ignition of the coals moves in one direction, and I even seen some with a wedged sized compartment to put hot coals in.
I understand there is probably not one perfect style, but what style basket does the majority of people here make ??
I understand there is probably not one perfect style, but what style basket does the majority of people here make ??