quote:Originally posted by Crazy Smokin Larry:
Foil bottom. Foil Heat shield. Smoke. Pull foil. Sometimes soak grates in sink with dishwasher detergent and hot water. Every full moon, I clean the smoke exhaust hole.
Double Bingo. The foil takes a few seconds to put on, but sure makes things easier after the smoke. I change it every time. I scrub the grates after each smoke-something about putting "new" meat on top of old crud bothers me even though I know its just fine. Haven't cleaned out the smoke hole or temp probe, but that's probably a good idea.