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02-08-2018, 04:53 PM | #31 | |
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02-09-2018, 09:00 AM | #32 |
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I've never loaded it up but would like to think 8 would be the maximum if they were trimmed properly.
Edit: The more I think about it the number is likely closer to 6 with 4 on the bottom running front to back and two on the top running left to right. You lose a little space on the top shelf due to the curve of the pipe.
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02-09-2018, 09:10 AM | #33 | |
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The 1/2" F/B was about the same but did not have the grill top as most 1/2" upgrades kill that feature. Still got raging hot and had to fabricate a heat deflector to take advantage of the "utensil hooks" the pit manufacturer installed 3" away from the F/B. This particular pit was just too large for my purpose. The cabinet smoker... well, I liked the exterior never got hot enough to burn you but ultimately decided that charcoal and smoldering wood chunks were not the flavor profile I preferred. This after a three year run so it wasn't a quick decision to go back to an offset. So... After ten plus years in this hobby I finally figured out what I wanted and got LSG to build it for me. Over one year later the firebox still looks brand new, the fun factor is there, the pit is easy to run and the flavor profile is spot on for my tastes. Hope this helps.
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02-09-2018, 10:58 AM | #35 | |
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02-09-2018, 11:12 AM | #36 | |
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Do you use the grill top? And if you do, how do you like it? Or do you wish you would have just gotten the insulated firebox? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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02-09-2018, 11:49 AM | #37 |
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Join Date: 07-29-13
Location: Houston , Tx
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I used to grill with old smokey and weber kettles I don't anymore because I only grill with my LSG. The dual rack levels in the firebox let you sear and roast your Meats perfectly
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02-09-2018, 06:02 PM | #38 |
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Join Date: 07-26-13
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DFoster - I recently went though same LSG decision and opted for the 1/4. I actually explored buying without the griddle/grill top and lid because it seemed like yet another area for rust to collect. But then couple of guys reminded me that the griddle top serves another purpose which is to act as heat buffer, protecting the paint on top of firebox from burning off.
So the standard option of griddle/grill top is basically giving you 1/2 thick steel on top of firebox at no additional charge. The other aspect is that you are adding a lot of weight with 1/2 or insulated. Now think about how long it takes to heat up all that steel on a cold day! Just a thought...
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02-09-2018, 07:07 PM | #39 |
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Join Date: 06-18-17
Location: Garland TX
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I have the 24/60 with the 1/2 upgrade and am well satisfied with the extra thickness. I have noticed a small saving of a stick or two over a 10-12 hr cook. It doens really well at retaining and recovering temp. I used it on New Year’s Eve when it was 15f with the wind from the north at night and it held I own. I use then grilling top every once in a while as it is a easy to use and maintain. Buy
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02-16-2018, 03:18 PM | #40 | |
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Which part of California climate? Around SF I have constant thick fog and wind. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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11-25-2020, 04:18 AM | #41 |
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Join Date: 11-08-20
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Lonestar horizontal offset smoker
Do any of you guys know if the insulated fire box option will increase time between adding splits?
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11-25-2020, 11:05 AM | #42 |
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An insulated F/B shouldn't change the rate of burn so I'd say "no". It's likely a smaller fire will be needed when compared to a standard box - that may actually require more frequent addition of splits to maintain your coal base. I add a small split about every 30 minutes with my insulated F/B set up. Simply put, you'll use less wood in the long run.
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11-25-2020, 11:11 AM | #43 |
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This pitmaster talked about the pros/cons of insulated verse partially insulated fireboxes. I thought it was pretty good. His fire management lesson is also on point.
Cheers Yaker https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF20JGAT5K0
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