Cleaning metal in new build

[wakeboarder141]

I am almost done with my vertical smoker build. Do I need to do anything special with the raw steel on the inside? I know I need to season it, but do I need to do anything like cleaning contaminants off of the inside before I cook on it? Thanks!

[Clover Ridge Smokers]

I would give it a good wipe down and season it

[wakeboarder141]

Should I wipe it down with acetone or anything or just a dry rag?

[Rodcrafter]

Did it have any thing on it other than rust?

[wakeboarder141]

Nothing specific that I know of. Some of it was remnant steel so it was sitting outside, But I don't know of anything else that has been on it.

[Gizmo]

Sand it down with 36 grit and wipe it out with several moist paper towels then spray it down with pam or similar. Start a good fire and a couple pounds of bacon and you're on your way….

[wakeboarder141]

Sounds good. Thanks for the info.