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Love it. Looks great. I've been looking into this for my next build...after I finish the vertical cabinet first.

Thanks, ill do that.

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Looks great. What kind of paint did you use?

What type of insulation?

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Is this where I mention it will likely be 75 here all week?

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I'm assuming since its so insulated regular paint isn't an issue? Doesn't have to be high temp?

Also, how did you fasten the aluminum edges? Size of the trim?


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Maybe I missed it, what kind paint was that?

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Where can that be bought at? Online?


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Wow, fantastic. I think I now know what I need to do!

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My last build was only 2". I made the baffle 1" below center of tank along with the door cutout being 2". Made the bottom grate 1" above centerline. Worked out great for me all around. On my 17.5" tank I needed all the room I could so that I could Ft my 2nd rack. Sent from my Venue 8 Pro 5830 using ...

Interesting, thanks! I've always wondered this. I think I understand now.

Bent it how? Just a really small bend on each corner or something? Will be working with a 48" hd brake, so bending shouldn't be a problem.

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Curious, any progress on the build? I'm getting ready to start mine, have the framework done is all so far.


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I've got to know, does anyone know how is the diamond/x shape done on the front sheet metal? Getting ready to start a backwoods type cabinet smoker and would love to finish it off that same way.


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How is the aluminum trim fastened to the corners? Rivets? screws?


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My vote is for pecan and cherry. Sweet and sweeter.

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That's looking terrific. Love the wide body chamber. Jealous of that tank!

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Ha. Brutal around here. Starting a new build of a insulated cabinet. Ill start a thread on that whole process. Totally different than the tank RF.

Looks good. And a huge thanks to you and this forum. Couldn't have done it without it!

Side note, you have any plans for a vertical/cabinet backwoods style?

Can't decide to do another tank build or a cabinet type.

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Thanks. I do have a question on the firebox and paint. After then first few cooks, the paint on the firebox only smoked a bit, and it turned from a gloss black to a matte black, or even a very dark grey. Is this normal? I used rustoleum high temp sprayed on. I think it is rated for over 800 degrees....

DUAYNE B wrote:Coming along nicely, did I mention when I sale a tank to someone, part of the deal is half the first batch of Q cooked in it?

Haha, I wasn't aware of that. Maybe next cook!

That about wraps up the whole build. Would have been easier to do it the whole time. Thanks formal' your help. Its time for another build now...

WP_20140830_002.jpg Painted.... finally complete. WP_20140908_006.jpg Finished pic after test cook. C__Data_Users_DefApps_AppData_INTERNETEXPLORER_Temp_Saved Images_WP_20140906_12_11_12_Pro.jpg Took the new smoker to my first KCBS comp. Rhythm and Ribs in Cottonwood AZ. Didn't get paid in anything ...

WP_20140705_006.jpg Test fit and tack up firebox. Like a glove, thanks for the cut Duane B! WP_20140719_004.jpg Final firebox layout. Works, possibly not the best idea on the latch? WP_20140816_005.jpg All set, just minor prep work left on paint. Caster and handles all set. Damper handle in place. ...

WP_20140620_002.jpg Got tired of dealing with the HF 90amp welder. Upgraded to a new Hobart Handler 140. What a difference! WP_20140620_003.jpg 1/8 inch flange done on firebox door WP_20140620_001.jpg Flanges and hinges welded onto door WP_20140705_003.jpg Frame welded. Went with 1x2 .065 as per th...

Firebox ready for front and final seams.
After a bad weld and clean up job, got the smoke sack welded up.
Baffle plate fits and tacked
Took some welding, cutting and rewelding, but got the intake done