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rib hooks and top rack is removable...not real happy with it just yet but ready to get rid of it...still have the firebox vents to build and finish some welding then paint.

you sir do great work very nice

just thinking I may make the top rack removable and install hooks and racks for hanging ribs it would make it more versatile. who wants a smoker you cannot cook rib slabs in....all interest is really appreciated and yes it is a heavy built rig.

another pic

another rack installed I changed my mind about rib hooks in the top just would have taken up to much room unless I made a rack removable.i am gonna install two air vents on firebox.put handle on main door.install some padeyes on top for lifting this beast because it is heavy, I am thinking of an oli...

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water pan is in , it is 3/8" bottom and sides. decided against swiveling racks with double doors no need.a couple more racks and the two firebox vents and I am finished...

very cool I would call it the beast..

this is the overall appearance of the rig, the work now is on the inside including water pan and adjustable grates that hopefully will be able to swing out and height adjusted for each grate,a rotating top rack having hooks for hanging rib slabs. open for any input for I know I am surrounded by awes...

here is a pic of the pipe using for my water pan/heat shield and a pic of the cleanout hole. I am gonna install 2- 3"air intake vents I hope to complete tomorrow.

pics

piddling with it in the evenings after work...more pics.... I aint much on taking pics of my work in progress so bare with me

door hinges

more pics

my current build is from an air compressor tank from 1948 here are a few pics.

I did not take much pics during most builds but I am locating all I can this one is about 7 years old

I am sorry so slow posting pics of older builds

I am a 54 yr old christian lifetime certified welder/fabricator from mid Ga. a seasoned smoker and grill builder. i joined this forum to get ideas and learn from others. I am respectful and enjoy looking at other peoples work and ideas. I hope to be an asset here.
sincerely hogmeat