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Dawgs80
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 Posted - 09/26/2011 : 09:22:06
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I'm looking at a new WSM 22 for home cooks and maybe some competition,first how does everyone feel about the overall use of the WSM,second do you see alot of them in competition and lastly what do ya'll think about Putting a Digi Q on the WSM 22. I've done all kinds of research but i knew this was the place to get the facts. thanks
Dawgs80
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gma
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Posted - 09/26/2011 : 18:55:53
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Awesome to All of the above!
Weber Ranch mod w/10"stainless ring. Double capacity
3 weber one touch
1 weber performer
(3)22.5" Weber Smokey Mountain's
(2)Stumps GF 223's
Weber Gasser
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DERRIXRYD
Member
USA
284 Posts |
Posted - 09/27/2011 : 18:54:48
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The last few Teams of the Year in CBBQA have used WSM's in the 18" and 22".
Stoker is more common on the west coast than the digiQ.
A common cooker in the warmer climates. They need some insulation in cooler climates to prolong their fuel consumption.
Billy Bones and Bonedaddy's #1 fan
Gator Pit Special
XL Big Green Egg
Too Broke TO Smoke
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Cactus1
Member
USA
1630 Posts |
Posted - 12/31/2011 : 12:31:04
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I got the 22 1/2" WSM for Christmas - my wife is so good to me. I've ordered a second charcoal grate so I can criss-cross them, will put a couple of eyes in for my digital probes (forget where I originally ordered these from when I got my 18 1/2" but know you can find them at the virtual bullet site) and step-son is going to weld in 2 additional levels of "L" brackets for cooking grate adjustability.
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gma
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742 Posts |
Posted - 01/01/2012 : 09:07:20
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I'd skip the welding and just drill holes and place stainless steel bolts through.
Weber Ranch mod w/10"stainless ring. Double capacity
3 weber one touch
1 weber performer
(3)22.5" Weber Smokey Mountain's
(2)Stumps GF 223's
Weber Gasser
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Cactus1
Member
USA
1630 Posts |
Posted - 01/01/2012 : 15:00:50
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gma - Did one level on the 18 1/2"r using bolts and initially had to retighten several times - figured welding would eliminate having to drill and would also be a little stronger.
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Cactus1
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USA
1630 Posts |
Posted - 01/01/2012 : 15:18:36
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DERRIXRYD - I got a 4 1/2 hour cook on my 26 3/4" One Touch Kettle yesterday using 3/4 chimney of Rancher briquettes & 4 chunks of hickory - added 10 briquettes & another chunk of hickory at 3 1/2 hours - leveled the temp out on the Weber thermometer at 260, had to play with the vents twice - once because the temp spiked to about 350 and the ham was heating to quickly for when I wanted to have dinner and once because it dropped to about 215 and I needed to get my ABT's done. I did a 7 1/2 lb. semiboneless ham and 2 dozen ABT's. Outside temp was about 43 - 45 degrees when I started and probably about 37 or 38 when I shut the grill down with a little bit of wind. Thought this was pretty good performance.
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And ... Uh ... Oh Yeah ... Maybe A Chicken Wing In The Other!"
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Cactus1
Member
USA
1630 Posts |
Posted - 01/09/2012 : 10:44:06
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gma - I did not do the adjustable grate mod. I had an additional grate on legs that I had gotten with a Smokenator several years ago that I had never used. This will work great.
These are the mods that I did ...
Additional charcoal grate for criss-crossing
3/8" eyelets at cooking grate level for my digital probes
Handles on the cooking chamber
Wheels for easier manuverability
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" A Balanced Diet Is A Rib Bone In One Hand
And ... Uh ... Oh Yeah ... Maybe A Chicken Wing In The Other!"
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Cactus1
Member
USA
1630 Posts |
Posted - 01/09/2012 : 10:52:48
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Dawg - just re-read your original post. Not sure why you'd need a DigiQ or any type of temp control device on a WSM.
I've cooked on a 18 1/2"r for 3 or 4 years and did my 1st cook on my 22 1/2"r yesterday. I've never had a problem with temperature control - maybe I've been lucky. I let my WSM run up to 300 with vents full open and start closing the bottom vents to bring the temp to 250. I can hold this temp for 4 - 6 hours with minimal effort. I usually add more lump for longer cooks.
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" A Balanced Diet Is A Rib Bone In One Hand
And ... Uh ... Oh Yeah ... Maybe A Chicken Wing In The Other!"
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DERRIXRYD
Member
USA
284 Posts |
Posted - 01/17/2012 : 18:06:11
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Since this thread, I have ended up competing with these. I have 2-22" WSM's.
It is the most economical way to get into the competition circuit and they do well.
I've only done 4 sanctioned contests and have got walks in 3 of 4 of them.
They do not like windy conditions though. Now the trick is to figure out if you like water in the pan, sand in the pan or no pan at all. If I get a Stoker, I may be able to get some sleep at these contests.
Billy Bones and Bonedaddy's #1 fan
Gator Pit Special
XL Big Green Egg
Too Broke TO Smoke
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Cactus1
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USA
1630 Posts |
Posted - 01/18/2012 : 08:40:43
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DERRIX - I don't compete and have only done the one cook on the 22 1/2'r but have done many on my 18 1/2"r. Wind usually is not an issue for me. I've only cooked using a water pan but have been reading about some of the alternatives and will be doing some experimenting. Going to try the foiled clay saucers first. Also been reading about the Stoker and some of the other ATCS's and being a backyard guy, I don't see the need. Half he fun to me is tending the fire and I'm sure you know with the WSM there's not a lot of need to do that. I Minion and can hold my temp, usually right around 250, for 6 - 7 hours and maybe need to add a little more lump for longer cooks. I'll probably do my first overnighter with briskets or butts in the next couple of weeks - that will be a learning experience for me.
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" A Balanced Diet Is A Rib Bone In One Hand
And ... Uh ... Oh Yeah ... Maybe A Chicken Wing In The Other!"
Member - IBS, Nelsen's Hall Bitter's Club, & West Side Rooters Social Club
Whatever You Do - Wherever You Go - Have A Great One!
22 1/2" Weber One Touch Silver (my "go to grill"), 26 3/4" Weber One Touch Gold, 18 1/2" WSM (with basic mods), 22 1/2" WSM (with basic mods), 1970's era Weber Kettle (rescued from & at my Dad's in Ohio - my cooker when I'm there), MasterBuilt Digital Electric |
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Cactus1
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1630 Posts |
Posted - 01/18/2012 : 08:44:05
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DERRIX - Almost forgot ... Congratulations on the 3 walks! What categories did you get the call?
* IHP Cactus Farm & Sauce Shack *
" A Balanced Diet Is A Rib Bone In One Hand
And ... Uh ... Oh Yeah ... Maybe A Chicken Wing In The Other!"
Member - IBS, Nelsen's Hall Bitter's Club, & West Side Rooters Social Club
Whatever You Do - Wherever You Go - Have A Great One!
22 1/2" Weber One Touch Silver (my "go to grill"), 26 3/4" Weber One Touch Gold, 18 1/2" WSM (with basic mods), 22 1/2" WSM (with basic mods), 1970's era Weber Kettle (rescued from & at my Dad's in Ohio - my cooker when I'm there), MasterBuilt Digital Electric |
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DERRIXRYD
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USA
284 Posts |
Posted - 01/30/2012 : 18:19:43
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I got 2nd in ribs, 3rd in brisket and 5th in pork...bombed in chicken, 23rd.
Ended up 5th overall in my 1st KCBS contest.
Mods I've seen are sand, clay discs and even seen one with concrete with enough room to add water to. I use water mostly.
Billy Bones and Bonedaddy's #1 fan
Gator Pit Special
XL Big Green Egg
Too Broke TO Smoke
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Cactus1
Member
USA
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Posted - 01/31/2012 : 07:08:53
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Nice walks!
So many different ways to mod the water pan. 1st guy I saw comp cook with one used 1/2 dozen about golf ball size foil balls in the water pan.
Definitely put the wheels on - makes it a whole lot easier to move around. I got mine from Menards - think I paid $6.99 per wheel.
* IHP Cactus Farm & Sauce Shack *
" A Balanced Diet Is A Rib Bone In One Hand
And ... Uh ... Oh Yeah ... Maybe A Chicken Wing In The Other!"
Member - IBS, Nelsen's Hall Bitter's Club, & West Side Rooters Social Club
Whatever You Do - Wherever You Go - Have A Great One!
22 1/2" Weber One Touch Silver (my "go to grill"), 26 3/4" Weber One Touch Gold, 18 1/2" WSM (with basic mods), 22 1/2" WSM (with basic mods), 1970's era Weber Kettle (rescued from & at my Dad's in Ohio - my cooker when I'm there), MasterBuilt Digital Electric |
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DERRIXRYD
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USA
284 Posts |
Posted - 02/04/2012 : 09:29:03
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What type of wheels... casters or lawn mower style with an axle?
Do you have a photo?
Billy Bones and Bonedaddy's #1 fan
Gator Pit Special
XL Big Green Egg
Too Broke TO Smoke
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Questions about the WSM "22 ?
