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Old 07-16-2015, 03:01 PM   #794
Devil_Inside
Is lookin for wood to cook with.
 
Join Date: 07-08-15
Location: Boston, MA
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Originally Posted by northeast bbqer View Post
I think the videos and instructions are a reference point. In my experience with the PBC, cooking times will vary based on lots of factors. We're geographically close to each other and and I have my vent 1/4 open. As far as set up, I've found that letting my chimney go 20 minutes will get them almost entirely ashed over and the temp is more steady and easier to regulate that way - typically 250-275.
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Originally Posted by AClarke44 View Post
You need to light more briquettes at first. 1/4 basket like Noah recommends is 40 briquettes. 10 more may not sound like a lot but trust me it is. Try lighting 40 and see if that helps your Temps and cook times.
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Originally Posted by northeast bbqer View Post
Quick tip if you use a Weber chimney - filling the chimney to where you obscure the upper most vent holes will give you approximately 40 briquettes. That's how I do it. If you use a different brand, it's easy enough to count once and then make your own line/marker as a reference point.
Thank you guys, I will try that and I will see if it makes a difference.
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