Recent content by Allen U

I have a 26 Weber. Not super happy with the way my chicken turns out usually. What all do you use a Vortex for? My family isn't just huge wing fans so I really can't justify it with that. Also would I need a new great where the center pops out for a Vortex? The 26 doesn't come with that.

What about using lump for smoking in a 26" kettle? Has anyone ever tried this. I'm living in the country of Panama and Kingsford is available, but it's very expensive. Lump is much more common and cheaper. I do have one brand of lump I really like for grilling. Also have a 22" SNS that...

Well I used the snake method and did the butt in 9 hours today. I kept it right on 300 degrees and had to add charcoal one time. It turned out really well. Thanks for all the help. I read it and then kind of put together what worked best for me.

So approx how many hours are you smoking the butt then?

What is the "probe tender test"? Thanks!

I have a Weber Performer. I have done a bit of smoking on it, mainly ribs and one time a couple years ago I did a pork butt. This pork butt is 7.5 pounds and is bone in. Steve Raichlen's book tells me to only go 4-6 hours, and last time I used a recipe off of grilling 24x7 that called for 12...