Recent content by S Sturn

Well I have done a lot of research on the galvanized issue and even with the facts couldn't find a definite answer. If you want to start a heated debate just bring up the subject with grillers and BBQ'ers. It's like talking about religion or politics. The main issue for fumes and sickness is...

Thanks, I appreciate it!

You should definitely build one. It's fast and easy to fire up and to clean up afterwards.

I finally got a chance to fire up the mini. As small as it is, it held the temperature really well. I'm really glad I used a the Gold model for the build. The air flow was good and during the 7 hour cook, ashes were never a problem. This first pic is from yesterday when I did a 4 hour burn...

I actually followed the instructions on the paint can. The instructions say to bake it within 24 hours of painting. They also say that the paint is still not fully cured until after a week. I waited the full week before I assembled it. The paint definitely seems durable, but only time will...

Thanks guys. I can't wait to fire it up. If I have the time, I'm going to try this weekend. I'll let you know how it goes.

I'm not sure what the gutter guard is made of. The wire I used is to hold it together is stainless.

I'll probably do a pork butt.

Here is the link to my mini build. http://tvwbb.com/showthread.php?45671-My-WSM-Mini-Build

First, I want to thank everyone who has gone before me and shared their build. I'm a big believer in not reinventing the wheel so almost everything I did I stole from you guys. I really appreciate it. After going back and forth, I decided to go with the Smokey Joe "Gold". I thought I would...

Thanks guys. As soon I get the mini done, I will post the build and the first cook.

Thanks Bob

Thanks Frank

Thanks guys. Bob, I will definitely consider the Dana Point event.

I have been coming to this site for a few years now and finally decided to join in. Thanks to all that contribute here. Over the last couple of years, I have gotten a lot of good ideas and recipes from the site. I have had an 18.5 WSM for about 4 years and love it. I'm currently making a...