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tweek 02-11-2009 09:26 PM

Locking lids
 
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"CLEAN 55 GALLON DRUMS WITH LOCKING TOPS. THEY HAD CARAMEL IN A BAG INSIDE OF THE DRUMS SO THEY SMELL GOOD."

I found this ad selling 55 gallon drums. what is the red stuff inside, is that paint? I figure this will fit the bill nicely but just wanted to get a second opinion before spending the time to drive out to this place. The drums are a good deal at 10 bucks, so if anyone is looking for a drum near milwaukee or the fox valley shoot me a PM and I can forward the contact info (or post it here if that is not against the rules).

What exactly is the locking mechanism? (if there is a standard type) will that help or hurt the project.

I have been reading this thread for a month now and getting ready to build my first smoker!

Weiser 02-11-2009 09:35 PM

That red crap is the dreaded liner that you have read about.
You have to get rid of that.
Drill the lower holes, fill it with wood and light.
Stand back and admire your fire building skills, while drinking a beer.

It may take several burns and as many beers.

Weiser

MS BBQ 02-11-2009 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Norcoredneck (Post 848802)
Why burn? Does it have a liner?


Unfortunately, there was a liner in it.

Threw a tub full of pine cones, pine needles, wood, a match in the drum and grabbed a Tecate....what a site it was.

The wife came out and wondered what the h*** was going on....she thought I'd gone mad by smelling up the neighborhood. She'll get over it.. :)

MS BBQ 02-11-2009 10:02 PM

Question about the vent holes in the bottom....

Is there any advantage to using threaded nipples with a cap instead of the conduit plugs like you see on the BDS? or is it just preference?

Also, is there much advantage to putting a ball valve on or just leaving the holes open.

Weiser 02-11-2009 10:18 PM

I have learned everything that I know from reading the UDS Bible three times and paying attention.

I like the control that the ball valve offers. Combined with two 3/4" nipples and caps, gives you complete control.
There are several guys here that use magnets over the vents and several others that use the BDS system.
I can't comment on those, only on what I know to work. I'm certain that they all will work!

Weiser


Quote:

Originally Posted by MS BBQ (Post 849473)
Question about the vent holes in the bottom....

Is there any advantage to using threaded nipples with a cap instead of the conduit plugs like you see on the BDS? or is it just preference?

Also, is there much advantage to putting a ball valve on or just leaving the holes open.


Dr_KY 02-12-2009 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MS BBQ (Post 849473)
Question about the vent holes in the bottom....

Is there any advantage to using threaded nipples with a cap instead of the conduit plugs like you see on the BDS? or is it just preference?

Also, is there much advantage to putting a ball valve on or just leaving the holes open.

You must have a way of controlling the air flow on one of the intakes be it a magnet, ball valve or flap.

The ball valve is easiest to control- but cost more and sticks out.
The magnet is cheaper - They need to be strong.
Flaps-cheap but need to be made.


As for the threaded nipples it's all up to you, they can be welded in if you fancy it.

I cook with one 3/4 hole open..
to seal it I just stuff with tin foil.
http://i44.tinypic.com/2pr5xma.jpg


And adjust with the ball valve..

http://i41.tinypic.com/nzj58k.jpg

h20loo 02-12-2009 05:20 AM

I've tried them all and they all can work. My flavour of the day is just an old speaker magnet over the hole. Actually this has become my favorite mostly because it is free and I have them around the garage.

jcinadr 02-12-2009 11:11 AM

I noticed once upon a time pipe bushing were recommended, but I think the idea was ultimately dropped for some reason.

I am curious about the reason as I was planning on using the bushing threaded from the inside (so that the flange would be the inside "nut"), and the 3/4 valve would thread on from the outside.

N8man 02-12-2009 11:28 AM

Anything little more than Flush with the inside Diameter of the Drum makes After Cooking cleanup Difficult.

Weiser 02-12-2009 11:31 AM

When I built mine I used the 1" nipples without nuts inside.
The threads are nice and tight with a 7/8" hole.
I'm happy with the way it worked out.:-D

Weiser


Quote:

Originally Posted by jcinadr (Post 849713)
I noticed once upon a time pipe bushing were recommended, but I think the idea was ultimately dropped for some reason.

I am curious about the reason as I was planning on using the bushing threaded from the inside (so that the flange would be the inside "nut"), and the 3/4 valve would thread on from the outside.


Smokin Turkey 02-12-2009 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Weiser (Post 849737)
When I built mine I used the 1" nipples without nuts inside.
The threads are nice and tight with a 7/8" hole.
I'm happy with the way it worked out.:-D

Weiser

My keg prototype used a bushing. The reason I moved from it is now i can weld a pretty bead and the bushings are nearly impossible for me to find.

Norcoredneck 02-12-2009 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Weiser (Post 849737)
When I built mine I used the 1" nipples without nuts inside.
The threads are nice and tight with a 7/8" hole.
I'm happy with the way it worked out.:-D

Weiser

Are you talking length or diameter? A 3/4" dia. pipe nipple threads into a 1" hole but not a 7/8" hole without filing.

Norcoredneck 02-12-2009 12:45 PM

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k2...IMG_3041-1.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k2...k/IMG_3047.jpg

Dr_KY 02-12-2009 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Norcoredneck (Post 849812)
Are you talking length or diameter? A 3/4" dia. pipe nipple threads into a 1" hole but not a 7/8" hole without filing.

Agreed. :wink:

http://i41.tinypic.com/2cen40m.jpg

Weiser 02-12-2009 01:16 PM

Duh...
 
You are correct Norco.
What the hell was I thinkin'?:confused:
Thanks for the correction.

Weiser

Quote:

Originally Posted by Norcoredneck (Post 849812)
Are you talking length or diameter? A 3/4" dia. pipe nipple threads into a 1" hole but not a 7/8" hole without filing.



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