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tn_5568:
How much turkey has everyone hung in the pbc at once? I have done 2 turkeys in the pbc now for several years. I just got some free butterballs that have never been thawed but they weigh 20 lbs apiece. I plan to take them out to the pbc still in the bag to see if they will even fit but anyone else done this much at once?
AndyL:
Following this one......
mikeharold:
I've done a 20 pounder before, think you're gonna be hard pressed to get 2 in there! Plus not sure the coals are gonna keep lit with 2 dripping on them. Interested to follow though.
AndyL:
--- Quote from: mikeharold on November 24, 2019, 12:09:15 AM ---Plus not sure the coals are gonna keep lit with 2 dripping on them.
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Agreed Mike. I haven't done a Turkey in the PBC yet, but I've had it stuffed with various types and sizes of other meat and poultry and learned from my mistakes. The drippings play a huge factor with trying to keep your coals lit. With a full load of meat you also have to factor that you'll use more charcoal to compensate for the drop in internal temp. Which in turn cuts down on how long you can get out of a charcoal basket for longer cooks. It's a definite Catch-22 situation in that regard alright.
tn_5568:
I may have to do them separate and get the timing right letting 1 one rest in a cooler. My other smoker will be tied up with a full packer brisket
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