bandera insulation mod

Hey everyone. I was going to pick up some firebrick for my new Bandera to line the firebox and smoker. Has anyone used a square pizza stone instead? I know they are thin, but are supposed to hold heat pretty well. Thanks in advance, David

Any recommendations about what to use around the door rims to keep the smoke in, and up, rather than out?

I'm wanting to insulate the smoker door of my Bandera smoker. With spring time it's time for a good cleaning and repainting. I've read the Bandera 101 doc and some other threads that adding insulation is a good thing. But many seem to have a problem with the rope insulation staying stuck to the...