1st build, 64 gallon lp tank RF vertical design ?

[mag1]

Finally, I actually cooked some food tonight. Did some chicken legs/thigh's. I used my propane burner to get it up to temp, 350° in about 15min. I then put in a couple of peices of apple wood (that's all i have), once that got started, I turned off the propane, closed up the air inlet to only about a 1"x2" opening, and it held 300-325° for for about an hour. I used only about 4 small pieces of apple, and i snagged a piece of hickory from my neighbors wood pile. I will have to try to see if i can get it at a lower temp next time. the outside temp was about 30°. Here are some pic's.
My girls were ranting about how good it was. Yummmmmm

[Big T]

looks good! I'm sure you'll get it dialed in after a few more runs.

[Rodcrafter]

[Pennywise]

Looks great! Only problem I saw was ketchup....hehe.

[mag1]

thats for the potato's they really didn't need them though.

[mag1]

ok, here's a question, how do you keep the rope gaskets on? I used a gasket glue (can't remember brand) from one fleet farm, and it has let go in a couple of spots. Is there a particular brand that work's better then others? or is this an issue I will end up dealing with off and on?
Thanks for all the help, this has been a fun build and a new experiance for me.

[Rodcrafter]

I used high temp RTV silicon the red stuff. I put it on a clean surface then lay the rope in place and clamped it using paint mixing sticks and R-11 Vise-grips. This allows the silicon to penetrate the rope and stick to the surface.


Making memories.

[mag1]

ok, thanks, i will try that in the spring when it warms up.

[bluecatfish]

[Tom_Heath]

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I still want to build one of these. Even more now.

Love your build, awesome work.

[mag1]

thanks for all the help guys. I had no idea on how to do one of these before coming here. I lurked on a couple of sights along with this one, but this one was one of the biggest helps. Now to learn how to use it.

[Rodcrafter]

You did great


Making memories.

[The Czar]

Bad link!

[mag1]

Now to redo the main CC door gasket. TQ has recommended Permatex red high temp RTV gasket maker, going to do that sometime this week.

[Tom_Heath]

That's what I use, lay a fat bead, gently press the rope gasket in place, shut the door once with out latching it and let it sit open for a day. It will latch tight but that's what you want.


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[mag1]

Since if has been around -5* - 10* the last couple of days, I pulled the door, took it to work, cleaned up the flange, fixed my handle, and brought it home. Its in the basement with 3 sides rtv'd, should have it all back together tomorrow or Friday. Giving out for one last bowhunt tomorrow. . Still trying to find a decent deer. Season closes this week.

[mag1]

Fixed the door gasket with the Red Permatex gasket maker, that works great.
Here are some pics of the latest smoke. 2 recipies on a 11lb. pork loin split in half and a slab of salmon. All turned out great.

[Rodcrafter]

Very nice, you know we like samples right?

[bluecatfish]

Wish I had been there for my share!

[The Czar]

Yes please

[Big T]

[mag1]

I thought you guys might want to see how the other smoker turned out. (my buddies) He finally finished it up, he deviated from the plan, and it turned out really neat. He loves how it works, and it has replaced his Green Egg on the porch. (He might have them both up there, not sure) He put on a controller that feeds all air to fire box, added a spice shelf, side shelf, and a wood stacking shelf in the back. The steer head is a combo of the Chicago Bulls and the Texas Longhorns. The eyes now are painted red, and some orange on the flames. Enjoy.

[Rodcrafter]

[bluecatfish]

[Pete Mazz]

Nice!!