What's in your smoker? - Page 188

fxpose · 03-14-2013, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ucla695

Interesting. Might try the hanging method in my WSM.

Your WSM body might not be tall enough to hang ribs. You probably might have to rig a hanger rod at least a few inches above your main grate level. Easy to fabricate with some rebar and a welder.

EricF · 03-16-2013, 10:21 AM

First time doing ribs on the Traeger! Can't wait till these bad boys are done!!!

pnoon · 03-16-2013, 10:30 AM

What time is dinner, Eric?

EricF · 03-16-2013, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

What time is dinner, Eric?

6pm! If you get on a plane now, you should make it in time!

EricF · 03-16-2013, 05:31 PM

And the finished product!

Paired with my garlicy cole slaw and onion rings!

pnoon · 03-16-2013, 07:39 PM

Sorry I missed dinner.
Looks yummy.

Steve · 03-16-2013, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by EricF

And the finished product!

Paired with my garlicy cole slaw and onion rings!

Zane · 03-16-2013, 08:22 PM

Nothing like some great ribs!

fxpose · 03-22-2013, 05:39 PM

What I will smoke this weekend will depend on what I find appealing at Restaurant Depot tomorrow morning. Nice BBQ weather here coming up this weekend.

BigCat · 03-23-2013, 09:56 AM

Just ordered a WSM 22.5 for my first smoker as a combined birthday present from a few family members. I don't know what the hell I'm doing, but I think it is going to be fun learning. I think this thread is largely responsible for my interest.

T.G · 03-23-2013, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCat

Just ordered a WSM 22.5 for my first smoker as a combined birthday present from a few family members. I don't know what the hell I'm doing, but I think it is going to be fun learning. I think this thread is largely responsible for my interest.

You'll be fine, WSM's are pretty easy to use. If MACS can crank out good bbq with one, anyone can.

Virtual bullet has some step-by-step recipes w/ vent positions and all here:
http://virtualweberbullet.com/cook.html

If you aren't familiar with the "Minion method" of lighting and fueling, it has some significant advantages over the methods presented in the book that comes with the WSM:
http://www.virtualweberbullet.com/fireup2.html

MarkinAZ · 03-23-2013, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by EricF

And the finished product!

Paired with my garlicy cole slaw and onion rings!

...I thin Eric needs to relocate to the West coast!

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigCat

Just ordered a WSM 22.5 for my first smoker as a combined birthday present from a few family members. I don't know what the hell I'm doing, but I think it is going to be fun learning. I think this thread is largely responsible for my interest.

...go smoke em Colin!!!

BigCat · 03-24-2013, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by T.G

You'll be fine, WSM's are pretty easy to use. If MACS can crank out good bbq with one, anyone can.

Virtual bullet has some step-by-step recipes w/ vent positions and all here:
http://virtualweberbullet.com/cook.html

If you aren't familiar with the "Minion method" of lighting and fueling, it has some significant advantages over the methods presented in the book that comes with the WSM:
http://www.virtualweberbullet.com/fireup2.html

Thanks, Adam! Can you recommend me a good digital thermometer?

T.G · 03-24-2013, 09:54 AM

It depends on what you want from the thermometer.

If you want remote temps, then the Maverick ET372 w/ dual probes (one for the meat, one for the cooking chamber, aka "the pit") seems to be a popular choice.

If you are thinking about getting an automatic draft controller for the WSM, both the Stoker Controller and the DigiQ units have multiple thermometers built in, as they need to monitor both pit temp and meat temp to be able to control the blower properly. Some units have remote reading capability via ethernet / wireless network.

If your lid gauge is calibrated, and once you get to know your smoker, you can do a lot with just a digital pen thermometer. The Thermopens are excellent, but pricey.

BigCat · 03-24-2013, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by T.G

It depends on what you want from the thermometer.

If you want remote temps, then the Maverick ET372 w/ dual probes (one for the meat, one for the cooking chamber, aka "the pit") seems to be a popular choice.

If you are thinking about getting an automatic draft controller for the WSM, both the Stoker Controller and the DigiQ units have multiple thermometers built in, as they need to monitor both pit temp and meat temp to be able to control the blower properly. Some units have remote reading capability via ethernet / wireless network.

If your lid gauge is calibrated, and once you get to know your smoker, you can do a lot with just a digital pen thermometer. The Thermopens are excellent, but pricey.

Excellent, thanks. I'm just looking for the first option you mentioned. I'm not thinking of automatic draft control just yet. Thanks a lot!

OLS · 03-25-2013, 08:22 AM

That was some wind. I noticed my dog is sleeping on my smoker cover this morning. Didn't want to disturb
him to fuss at him. WASTED another weekend. Sure wish Ribs would go on sale. There have been 2 "SALES"
this year already, both of them were surely some kind of joke.

hammondc · 03-30-2013, 05:08 PM

First brisket ever. Pics as soon as I host them out on fotobucket.

dijit · 04-02-2013, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordman4ever

and all sliced up.

Ok I'm trying this on Sat but instead of sausage inside I will be using a split pork tenderloin with orange marmalade stuffing and my own dry rub between the stuffing and the roast. Pics if it works.

pektel · 04-03-2013, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCat

Thanks, Adam! Can you recommend me a good digital thermometer?

Quote:

Originally Posted by T.G

It depends on what you want from the thermometer.

If you want remote temps, then the Maverick ET372 w/ dual probes (one for the meat, one for the cooking chamber, aka "the pit") seems to be a popular choice.

I just got a Maverick ET732 as a belated Christmas present from my dad. This thing ROCKS. I can play with my kids now instead of babysitting the smoker! Just bring the remote unit wherever you are (within something like 300 feet) and you have smoker temp/meat temp at the touch of a button. You can also set max/min temp alerts, so you aren't overcooking anything. I've only used it to smoke a pork loin so far, but it came out awesome - super flavorful and juicy. Previous pork loins always were a touch on the dry side. Cant wait to try it with a pork butt or brisket.

Mine also came with a temp guide, which is stuck to the side of my fridge. This is the one I got:

http://www.amazon.com/Maverick-Wirel...averick+et+732

BigCat · 04-03-2013, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by pektel

I just got a Maverick ET732 as a belated Christmas present from my dad. This thing ROCKS. I can play with my kids now instead of babysitting the smoker! Just bring the remote unit wherever you are (within something like 300 feet) and you have smoker temp/meat temp at the touch of a button. You can also set max/min temp alerts, so you aren't overcooking anything. I've only used it to smoke a pork loin so far, but it came out awesome - super flavorful and juicy. Previous pork loins always were a touch on the dry side. Cant wait to try it with a pork butt or brisket.

Mine also came with a temp guide, which is stuck to the side of my fridge. This is the one I got:

http://www.amazon.com/Maverick-Wirel...averick+et+732

Glad to hear the review! Mine just arrived the other day. Still waiting to do my first smoke. I'l be gone this weekend, so it's looking like the weekend after. Trying to decide whether to do baby backs for 12 people as a first run or whether I should experiment on my own a bit before subjecting other people to my final product.

03-16-2013, 10:21 AM	#3742
EricF Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Eric Location: Miramar, FL Posts: 7,004 Trading: (116)	Re: What's in your smoker? First time doing ribs on the Traeger! Can't wait till these bad boys are done!!! __________________ It might taste crummy, but at least it's huge.

03-16-2013, 10:30 AM	#3743
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: What's in your smoker? What time is dinner, Eric? __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

03-16-2013, 05:31 PM	#3745
EricF Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Eric Location: Miramar, FL Posts: 7,004 Trading: (116)	Re: What's in your smoker? And the finished product! Paired with my garlicy cole slaw and onion rings! __________________ It might taste crummy, but at least it's huge.

03-16-2013, 07:39 PM	#3746
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: What's in your smoker? Sorry I missed dinner. Looks yummy. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

03-16-2013, 08:22 PM	#3748
Zane Have My Own Room Join Date: Aug 2012 First Name: Zane Location: Noblesville, IN Posts: 1,508 Trading: (23)	Re: What's in your smoker? Nothing like some great ribs! __________________ COO BlindMan's Puff

03-22-2013, 05:39 PM	#3749
fxpose Park Drive Smokehouse Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 337 Trading: (0)	Re: What's in your smoker? What I will smoke this weekend will depend on what I find appealing at Restaurant Depot tomorrow morning. Nice BBQ weather here coming up this weekend.

03-23-2013, 09:56 AM	#3750
BigCat My back is now unwatched. Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Colin Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 723 Trading: (5)	Re: What's in your smoker? Just ordered a WSM 22.5 for my first smoker as a combined birthday present from a few family members. I don't know what the hell I'm doing, but I think it is going to be fun learning. I think this thread is largely responsible for my interest. __________________ "Now, I don't approve of dissipation, and I don't indulge in it either; but I haven't a particle of confidence in a man who has no redeeming petty vices." Mark Twain

03-24-2013, 09:54 AM	#3754
T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,557 Trading: (37)	Re: What's in your smoker? It depends on what you want from the thermometer. If you want remote temps, then the Maverick ET372 w/ dual probes (one for the meat, one for the cooking chamber, aka "the pit") seems to be a popular choice. If you are thinking about getting an automatic draft controller for the WSM, both the Stoker Controller and the DigiQ units have multiple thermometers built in, as they need to monitor both pit temp and meat temp to be able to control the blower properly. Some units have remote reading capability via ethernet / wireless network. If your lid gauge is calibrated, and once you get to know your smoker, you can do a lot with just a digital pen thermometer. The Thermopens are excellent, but pricey.

03-25-2013, 08:22 AM	#3756
OLS Suck It Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Brad Location: TN Posts: 7,912 Trading: (19)	Re: What's in your smoker? That was some wind. I noticed my dog is sleeping on my smoker cover this morning. Didn't want to disturb him to fuss at him. WASTED another weekend. Sure wish Ribs would go on sale. There have been 2 "SALES" this year already, both of them were surely some kind of joke.

03-30-2013, 05:08 PM	#3757
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: What's in your smoker? First brisket ever. Pics as soon as I host them out on fotobucket.