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jxhopper
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 Posted - 09/01/2008 : 15:41:52
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Thought you guys might want to see updated pictures of the smoker. All of the metal work is done. I am currently removing rust, knocking off slag and prepping for paint. I'm ready to finish this thing. It's been 2 years in the making (albeit sometimes with loong pauses in the work).
There are 27 pix in all, so if you don't see them all they are still uploading.
http://public.fotki.com/jxhopper/smoker_20080901/
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scsmoker
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Posted - 09/01/2008 : 16:13:37
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Nice looking rig
scsmoker
Lang 84
Ol Bandera/recycled
Traeger Tex |
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jxhopper
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Posted - 09/01/2008 : 16:42:42
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| Thanks! I'm looking forward to using it. |
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Chas
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Posted - 09/02/2008 : 06:39:17
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| What is the distance from the ground to the firebox and the bottom of the door opening? |
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jxhopper
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Posted - 09/02/2008 : 09:36:56
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Originally posted by Chas
What is the distance from the ground to the firebox and the bottom of the door opening?
It's at least 18" I can't remember off hand. I'll measure it again when I get the chance. I made sure to give it plenty of clearance to keep it off the ground on uneven terrain. |
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hank
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Posted - 09/02/2008 : 10:17:11
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Great looking Rig. Did you build the Trailer from scratch ??
Hank
Cooks Rule ! |
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jxhopper
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Posted - 09/02/2008 : 13:13:55
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Originally posted by hank
Great looking Rig. Did you build the Trailer from scratch ??
Hank
Cooks Rule !
Yes the trailer was built from scratch just for this cooker. My welder built the trailer, and I can tell you... this entire rig is built like a tank because of his hard work. Check out the wheel guards. Those were his idea in case I hit a tree with the wheel, he said he wanted to make sure I didn't rip the fender off or mess the wheel up. The entire thing is way over built, but that's good.
here's more photos from earlier stages of the build, in case anyone's interested:
http://public.fotki.com/jxhopper/smoker_build
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hank
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Posted - 09/02/2008 : 13:46:42
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JX,
Now that's HEAVY DUTY !!! Congrats !!
Hank
Cooks Rule ! |
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jxhopper
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Posted - 09/02/2008 : 14:01:48
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Originally posted by hank
JX,
Now that's HEAVY DUTY !!! Congrats !!
Hank
Cooks Rule !
Thanks Hank! I'm ready to fire it up. It will be a bit though, I want to get the finish right. |
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roaster
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Posted - 09/03/2008 : 19:04:59
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nice rig It is fun to build your own rig. I am still adding to mine.
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Twisted Pig
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Posted - 09/04/2008 : 05:45:44
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Thanks for the update! I have been wondering what was going on with it. You were my insparation to go ahead with my build! Now i'm working on 2 more rigs!
Every day above ground is a good day! Better to be seen, than viewed
Medicated for your protection
Brinkmann offset (now put to rest)
Lang 48 Clone aka "Frank-N-Stein"http://usera.imagecave.com/twistedpig/100_1676.jpg |
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mountainpitbbq
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Posted - 09/04/2008 : 16:49:54
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great looking pit, Jx  Can't wait to see it when it's finished
-Dave Putnam Valley NY Peoria Custom Cooker Backyard 24x48 w/ firebox grill Go 29 car |
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Big Bear
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Posted - 09/04/2008 : 20:12:01
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Looks good waiting to see it in action............
Big Bear's BBQ |
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jxhopper
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Posted - 09/04/2008 : 23:27:32
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| Thanks guys. Twisted, your smoker is very nice. Are you going with the same design for your 2 new rigs? |
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Twisted Pig
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Posted - 09/05/2008 : 05:33:43
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Same idea only on a larger scale for my next ones, mounted on a trailer like yours. The one I am working on now is made from a 250 gal propane tank, the next is a 500 gal tank. I used your idea on the firebox handle (latch made the same way & used a tailer hitch like yours. The comp I went to last folks gathered around & loved it. I had several that wanted me to make them oe but they got shy when I told them what it would cost. Lotsa folk just dont understand how much work it really is. What type of brick is that in the bottom of your firebox?
Every day above ground is a good day! Better to be seen, than viewed
Medicated for your protection
Brinkmann offset (now put to rest)
Lang 48 Clone aka "Frank-N-Stein"http://usera.imagecave.com/twistedpig/100_1676.jpg |
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jxhopper
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Posted - 09/05/2008 : 09:15:34
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For sure. When you build one on this scale, it gets very expensive. I am so far over what I thought I would spend it's not even funny, but it's nice knowing you could never buy anything made commercially this sturdy. This smoker will outlast my kids kids kids. That 500 GAL one will be a monster. Steel is so expensive. I ended up implementing so many custom touches, that stuff adds up very fast. You're right, people just don't understand how expensive these things are to build, and that's not even considering labor.
I got the firebrick from Acme. Seems like it was around $1 a brick I believe the size is 4"X9"X2.5", or something thereabouts. I bolted angle iron around the edges of them to keep them from shifting or bouncing up during transport. This will keep them set, but allow me to remove them to inspect the 3/8 plate from time to time. The whole idea is that it will keep the firebox insulated by reflecting the heat up, also reduce the corrosive effect that ashes have on steel.
I'm looking forward to seeing your progress on the bigger rigs! |
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