UDS Start

[Tinker]

Well here is the beginning of a UDS it is 21" tall from bottom to top of handle basket is actually 12" tall I think I need to do something different with the handle because I think it is to tall for me to be able to put 2 grill grates a top and bottom or a grill grate and a shadow plate what do y'all think

[Gizmo]

Pivot the handle so it lays down….?

[SmokinFF]

Basket looks good. Tack a chain on for your handle then you'll have plenty of room for your grates.

[Clover Ridge Smokers]

Looks great. I would make the handle swivel to you can lay it down and move it out of the way. Something else to think about is changing the design to the basket is elevated with a ash pan underneath.

[Lowej82]

Nice looking basket, I built a mini UDS and love it. Can't wait to get the full size done so I have more smoking room.

[Tinker]

Updated the basket handle now for an ash pan how much space should I leave from bottom of the basket to the ash pan

[Smokeone]

Around 3 inches. You want enough space so air can circulate after ashes start to fall.

[Tinker]

Thanks S1 3" it will be

[SmokinFF]

I run 3 5" carriage bolts through my ash pan. Keep your ash pan 1" from the floor and 3" below my basket.

[Clover Ridge Smokers]

Keep in mind you may need to make the basket a little shorter if you want 2 racks in your UDS

[Rev.Mike]

[Rodcrafter]

You do some nice work Tinker.