[jonumberone]

Adam, I agree with your concerns, but I've resigned myself to trial and error at this point.
I might be better served by adding only another week or 2 on my next attempt, assuming I haven't poisoned myself with the first.
The boxes of salt will be added as I have plenty of room since I'm using a spare fridge usually reserved for extra beer storage.
The door will only be opened to change out the pans and dry up any excess juices.