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update, winds are now at 24 with gusts to 34

have 2 7lb Butts on top, 1 7lb packer bottom, did minion method started last night 2130, have wind break surronding 3 sides and board over top. wind has been blowing 15mph since 430, trying to keep temp above 225 have already added another chimney of charcoal at 630 and just started another...

I am only on second smoke but found that as awkward as it is I run mine through the vent holes, since I dont take the lid off during cooking, i find it isnt to troublesome.

thanks Chuck

went around town every meat store and chain store looking for brisket, 1 meat store had them, but biggest size is only 9.7lbs,once I trim it it will probably weigh in at just over 8lbs is that ok for a packer? I am cooking it with 2 7lb butts, and put the brisket on bottom grate fat side down...

Thanks Shane, wrapped them and they are covered with towels in the cooler while the beans finish in the dutch oven. pictures to follow

Just a quick question, smoked 2 Pork Shoulders last night, been on 14 hours, internal temps for both are between 187-196 taken 6 spots each shoulder, went to pick them up and they are pretty much falling apart but bone is still does not slide out. can I wrap them and let them sit a few hours...

Thanks Glen, pan is well foiled. Temps have been steady between 225 and spiked around 246. Went out closed all bottom vents and it's held steady at 240. Meat temp reads 167 and I have not opened lid (something I will liken to being a kid alone in a house with a room full of Christmas presents)...

Update: 3 hours temp is holding steady 223,water is almost gone. Don't think I will fill again unless temps start rising bottom vents 50,50,10. Feeling like I can get a good 4 hours of sleep in. Have my maverick alarm set.

Well I finally spoiled myself and got my 22 1/2 today, doing 2 pork butts for first time. minion method loaded to hilt with about 50 spread over top, been smoking for 1 hour and temp on lid says 225 and holding..no spikes. top vent 100% bottoms 50%,50%,15%. added boiling water to pan at...