Can you use a 18.5 kettle as a WSM?

[Derek Yoder]

I have a 18.5 WSM middle section, can I use a 18.5 kettle as the top and bottom of the WSM?

 

[timothy]

Sure! I've seen it before on several threads.Just put it up on thar and see how it fits. Although without the WSM lid, your top grate area will be kind of limited.
Good luck, and let us know how it goes.

Tim

 

[Derek Yoder]

Ok so I got the 18.5 for $10...now what size clay saucer do you get for the 18.5 WSM?

 

[Mike Hartwell]

THe one I have is stamped 14"...never confirmed that though

 

[Derek Yoder]

Mike, do you put that in your water pan on directly on the brackets? I don't have a water pan, so will need one that fits on the brackets by itself.