60 Gallon RF w/ Insulated Firebox

[dacolson]

I started a new smoker this week and opted for an insulated firebox. Haven’t built an insulated one before so it’s a learning process. Fit up matters!! Here are the specs:
- 60 gallon tank - was a 60 gallon vertical air tank I got from my buddy. It’s pristine. (Tempted to use it as an aux air tank for my compressor ... Nah!!)
- 20 x 16 inner FB, 22 x 18 outer FB
- insulated w mineral wool batt - rated to 2000° F
- patio model - going on a cart.








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[Big T]

It looks like you're off to a great start.

[Dargo]

Wow,
already! Hahaha.

I like your vent and control scheme. Is it a signature item for you now?

I like the idea of an insulated firebox, let me know how she runs. Was that your idea or the customer’s?


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[dacolson]

Wow,
already! Hahaha.

I like your vent and control scheme. Is it a signature item for you now?

I like the idea of an insulated firebox, let me know how she runs. Was that your idea or the customer’s?


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I don’t have a buyer for this one. Got the tank and have the time so I’m building it. I really like the vent set up so it’s becoming a thing. Looking forward to testing how the box runs. Will definitely post details on how it runs. I’m considering keeping this one and selling my current smoker. This one will be a bit smaller which is attractive to me. If the burner is more efficient like I hope it may earn a spot on the patio.


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[Saskattak]

What type of cart?

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[dacolson]

What type of cart?

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Something simple Incase I want to put it on a small trailer instead. I have the start of a cart for now I will mount in on but it’s going to go on sled skids so it can optionally be trailer mounted.


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[Dargo]

What type of cart?

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Something simple Incase I want to put it on a small trailer instead. I have the start of a cart for now I will mount in on but it’s going to go on sled skids so it can optionally be trailer mounted.


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You could make a bolt up connection half way down the cart. Disconnect there and mount on trailer with those same bolt holes.


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[Saskattak]

Good idea on the versatility. Always add options when you can. I'm trying to figure out one for the yard. I like those "offroad" type ones but don't need the fancy rims/tires. Definitely will be following along here on yr build.

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[dacolson]

What type of cart?

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Something simple Incase I want to put it on a small trailer instead. I have the start of a cart for now I will mount in on but it’s going to go on sled skids so it can optionally be trailer mounted.


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You could make a bolt up connection half way down the cart. Disconnect there and mount on trailer with those same bolt holes.


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Exactly down the path I’m thinking. Or simple U bolts over the cross bars. Keeping an eye out for a decent jet ski trailer. Nothing fancy, just get it to the cabin and back.


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[dacolson]

Good idea on the versatility. Always add options when you can. I'm trying to figure out one for the yard. I like those "offroad" type ones but don't need the fancy rims/tires. Definitely will be following along here on yr build.

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I have some wide steel rims on my other smoker. 5” wide and the damn thing is so heavy they still sink into the yard. Need to replace them with some fat rubber wheels. Off-road might do the trick for me. I can do with out the fancy rims I see all the time though.


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[SheffSmoker]

You don't waste any time Dave! Great start already.

With the weather at yours have you thought about skis instead of wheels?

[Big T]

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I have some wide steel rims on my other smoker. 5” wide and the damn thing is so heavy they still sink into the yard. Need to replace them with some fat rubber wheels. Off-road might do the trick for me. I can do with out the fancy rims I see all the time though.


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There was a build on the forum a few years ago and the member used the tires from on old riding mower. That might be an option if old mowers are as cheap in your area as they are down here.

[Saskattak]

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I have some wide steel rims on my other smoker. 5” wide and the damn thing is so heavy they still sink into the yard. Need to replace them with some fat rubber wheels. Off-road might do the trick for me. I can do with out the fancy rims I see all the time though.


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There was a build on the forum a few years ago and the member used the tires from on old riding mower. That might be an option if old mowers are as cheap in your area as they are down here.[/quote]Now thats thinking! Four rear wheels off a old mower is a waaay cheaper option then ATV wheels.

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[dacolson]

You don't waste any time Dave! Great start already.

With the weather at yours have you thought about skis instead of wheels?

Hahaha! Absolutely! Might just put snowmobile tracks on it.


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[Saskattak]

You don't waste any time Dave! Great start already.

With the weather at yours have you thought about skis instead of wheels?

Hahaha! Absolutely! Might just put snowmobile tracks on it.


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Where are you located?

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[dacolson]

Minnesota. South of Minneapolis a few miles.

[dacolson]

Alright. Lots of progress. I spent the last 5 days finishing the firebox. Took the door apart twice before I liked it. Great learning experience on building an insulated box. Things came together nicely today getting the FB and CC mated up on the cart. Changed out the rear casters under the FB for solid core rubber tires since the FB is insulated. Next up is cutting the CC doors, matching up the baffle plate, and putting together the stack.

[Big T]

Looking good as usual dacolson!!

[dacolson]

Thx Big T. Appreciate it.


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[Saskattak]

Great progress! You will have 3 of those built by the time I am lighting a fire in mine LOL. Having said that this is my first built of this scale

And that firebox....droool.

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[dacolson]

Great progress! You will have 3 of those built by the time I am lighting a fire in mine LOL. Having said that this is my first built of this scale

And that firebox....droool.

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Thank you. Yes, I’m hustling. Got two weeks off at work and trying to get the bulk finished this weekend. Yours is coming along nicely too. Love that build. Massive warming cabinet. You’re going to love it.

[Bricky]

Watching and getting some good info.
Love the look of those vents.

[dacolson]

Watching and getting some good info.
Love the look of those vents.

Thx Bricky.

[Bulldogbacchus]

Wow. That looks awesome.


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[dacolson]

Wow. That looks awesome.


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Thx B...


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