Converting an old propane Genesis BBQ to a Charcoal Smoker?


 

Chas

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[Moderator: I wasn't sure which forum to post this in - please move it if necessary.]

I have an old Genesis Propane BBQ that we've replaced the parts in a couple of times over the last 18 years or so. We finally replaced it last year but I still have it.

Rather than purchase a smoker I am considering converting it to a charcoal smoker. Has anyone done this?

I gutted it so all I have left is the shell, the bottom pan and the grates.

I have rigged an old rack from a small portable BBQ in the bottom to place the charcoal. I have another grate I can cut and position above that to place a water bowl.

The holes in the side where the burners used to be can act as bottom vents.

I assume I need to cut some vents in the top?

Any suggestions? Or should I just go buy a WSM?

One question - how much vertical separation should there be between the charcoal and the water bowl and then between the water bowl and the top grates for the meat?

Thanks,

Chas
 

 

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