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Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #-1 on: November 15, 2015, 12:11:57 PM »
My new “red” cart for the Red Box Smoker.  I added pavers to the top shelf to raise the smoker for two reasons.  The first was to insulate the top shelf so I couldn’t possibly burn off the finish.  The second reason was because I actually need to raise the smoker up to be able to open the bottom door and adjust the vent.



Here is the charcoal tray with one layer of charcoal for my first test.  If I were actually going to do a cook, I would have added a second layer of charcoal.  The vent was wide open the whole time.  I started the burn in the right front corner.  I checked several times to see how it was burning.  The coals next to the fire progressed just like a snaked approach.  One layer got the temperature up to the 280 range for a couple of hours.  Two layers might raise that temp.  I will be getting some lump to try also.



I used my new A-Maze-N Maze as a probe holder and to get some heat on it before I actually use it to smoke anything.  I want to try another test using the Maze in the center of the charcoal tray and putting charcoal around the outside for a true snaked approach.  I will do this with and without pellets in the Maze.  I will also be testing it with just the Maze and pellets.  I want to do a big batch of cheese later this year.



Here was my probe setup.  I had one on the lowest level and one on the highest level.  I wanted to see what the temperature differential was between the top and the bottom.  Turned out to be 2 to 3 degrees difference.



I used the handle to hang my Maverick Remote Smoker Thermometer.



I won’t be able to actually cook on it until after December 1.  We are headed out to PA and VA for Turkey Day.  Making up some goodies to take with me.  More Buffalo Trace Fudge, Cavados Cream Cheesecakes, and some Bourbon Bacon Brownie Bites.

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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« on: November 15, 2015, 12:22:36 PM »
Looks good Art!!! I like the cart!!! Be looking for a cook after Dec. 1 have a good and safe trip!!! Don
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #1 on: November 15, 2015, 12:33:55 PM »
Looks like a pretty nice setup Art! Everything where you can get at it! And it looks pretty darn spiffy too! 8)

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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #2 on: November 15, 2015, 02:12:29 PM »
Love the cart. I am wondering how long of a burn you will get out of the single layer of charcoal.................
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #3 on: November 15, 2015, 02:15:38 PM »
Wait... where's the meat?
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #4 on: November 15, 2015, 02:32:16 PM »
Too clean  ::)

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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #5 on: November 15, 2015, 02:36:30 PM »
Too clean  ::)

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I DO like the cart idea! Thinking of that now for my Unni
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #6 on: November 15, 2015, 04:37:14 PM »
Wait... where's the meat?

Yeah, some sacrificial lamb would've been appropriate. 





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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #7 on: November 15, 2015, 04:38:09 PM »
Too clean  ::)

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 :D :D :D

I DO like the cart idea! Thinking of that now for my Unni

The size is right for my Uuni, too.  The sizing factored into my decision.

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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #8 on: November 15, 2015, 04:39:50 PM »
Love the cart. I am wondering how long of a burn you will get out of the single layer of charcoal.................

The temperature started dropping after 7 or so hours.  I didn't watch quite that closely.

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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #9 on: November 15, 2015, 04:52:42 PM »
Hey Art!

What do the racks measure? and what is the vertical distance between them?
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #10 on: November 15, 2015, 05:07:55 PM »
Love the cart. I am wondering how long of a burn you will get out of the single layer of charcoal.................

The temperature started dropping after 7 or so hours.  I didn't watch quite that closely.

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looks like around 60 briqs in your fire tray....and you got 7 hours!!??   That is outstanding  8) 8)
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #11 on: November 15, 2015, 05:34:46 PM »
Nice first test. I am really liking that little box so far. Giving it the hairy eyeball. Maybe my birthday  :P
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #12 on: November 15, 2015, 06:14:27 PM »
Nice first test. I am really liking that little box so far. Giving it the hairy eyeball. Maybe my birthday  :P

If I get you one for your birthday Mike, you can get me one...... ;)   we can save on freight that way  8)
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Re: Red Box Smoker, Part 2
« Reply #13 on: November 16, 2015, 08:45:34 PM »
Hey Art!

What do the racks measure? and what is the vertical distance between them?

Okay, here goes.  The racks themselves measure 12" x 12 3/4".  The distance from the top of the smoker to the top rack is 6 1/2".  The distance between the top rack and the middle rack is 4".  The distance between the middle rack and the bottom rack is also 4".  The bottom rack sits on top of the water pan.  The water pan will hold slightly more than a gallon of water.  A gallon of water fills it up within 1" of the top.  The specs call for 3/4".  I'll keep a gallon plastic jug handy to fill the pan before cooking.

Any other questions?  I'll try to get you the answers.

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