Hi all, I have two wsm's. I have the gasket kit on both. Since installing the gaskets, Ive noticed my temps are much more stable especially at low temps, but it's definitely a lot harder to cruise at high temps. In fact with my lid on, my party q can't seem to get above 270 on either wsm. This also happens without the party q and using just the vents. It was completely the opposite before the gaskets.
So on my last cook I decided to crack the lid a bit and sure enough the temp went to a quick 325. It stayed there until I centered the lid and the temp slowly dropped to 266. So I've come to the conclusion that the gasket I installed on the lid is the culprit. It sealed it tight.
So it got me to thinking, I wonder if I drilled a 1" hole on the top if that would help me get the high temps when I need it. I would use a plug during regular low temp smokes, but at least I have the option.
So has anyone done this and would it even help get higher temps if the holes at the top?
Last, I though about using a silicone kill plug from bbq guru for this, but I'm not sure. Any other ideas?
So on my last cook I decided to crack the lid a bit and sure enough the temp went to a quick 325. It stayed there until I centered the lid and the temp slowly dropped to 266. So I've come to the conclusion that the gasket I installed on the lid is the culprit. It sealed it tight.
So it got me to thinking, I wonder if I drilled a 1" hole on the top if that would help me get the high temps when I need it. I would use a plug during regular low temp smokes, but at least I have the option.
So has anyone done this and would it even help get higher temps if the holes at the top?
Last, I though about using a silicone kill plug from bbq guru for this, but I'm not sure. Any other ideas?