Heat Problem

[Guest]

Well, I finally broke down a couple of weeks ago and bought myself a WSM. I am working on my second cook and am finding it hard to keep the temp down below 250 degrees. I am using the Minion method and am confident the thermometer is accurate. I have two of the three vents completely closed and the third vent mostly closed. The top vent is open all the way. I am here in the Kansas City area and the winds are not too bad.

I have noticed that the door to where you add charcoal etc does not fit well. Is that my problem? If so, how do I correct the problem?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Joel

 

[Chris Allingham]

Hi Joel, and welcome to the bulletin board!

See Temperature Control Troubleshooting for tips on keeping the cooker temperature down.

See Parts Troubleshooting for tips on getting that access door back in shape. Also, take a look at the "Out of Round" section on this page, too.

Regards,
Chris

 

[Guest]

Thanks Chris. After I posted I did run across the areas of your site that you mentioned. There is not much I can for now but will try some things before my next cook.

Joel