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I've done that a few times when I first got my smoker.

Decided to make a smoker stand where my drip pan is always in place.

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dan

Sorry to hear that. We've had some interesting stories around that very problem.

Always a good time to bring up the "lessons for new users" thread.

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Originally posted by BaltimoreBayside:
I've done that a few times when I first got my smoker.

Decided to make a smoker stand where my drip pan is always in place.

http://community.webshots.com/myphotos?action=viewAllPh...8155&security=XUTOCt

dan

Baltimore,

Love the stand!

Any chance I can talk ya into posting the dimensions of that thing for us?

Thanks!

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Originally posted by FairWeatherSmoker:
I sure won't do that again until the next time !!

Make check list for once the door is closed, use a magnet to hold it or have it close by somewhere!

1. Smoker plugged in
2. Smoker turned on
3. Lined bottom with foil
4. Poked hole in foil
5. Put drip pan under smoker
6. Put wood in wood-box
7. Probe is in the thickest part of meat
8. Batteries in probe are good
9. For those who partake, beverages are cold
10. Add what you'd like!

Thanks Wheelz,
i just ordered a 008 and look forward to the "honeymoon". As a pilot we (and you in the back of the bus) live and die by check lists.

thanks mucho

Cowboy Q -- Always happy to help and assist!

Welcome to the Forum. You will NOT regret your purchase. People here are ready, willing and more than able to talk you thru difficulties with your Q. Don't follow the recipies in the book that comes with your 008. Come to the forum and do a little research!

Read Smokin's Guides and Lessons for New Users. They are a must.

Visit the forum often, ask questions and have fun!

Just one more thing to remember, when smoking a full load of pork butts you may need to empty the drip pan part way through the cook or your pan may runneth over. Roger

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Originally posted by RStrand:
Just one more thing to remember, when smoking a full load of pork butts you may need to empty the drip pan part way through the cook or your pan may runneth over. Roger

I did four butts one time and the drip pan was getting near the top!!!! Whew!! that was a close one!!

dan

quote:

Originally posted by Qbert:

quote:

Originally posted by BaltimoreBayside:
I've done that a few times when I first got my smoker.

Decided to make a smoker stand where my drip pan is always in place.

http://community.webshots.com/myphotos?action=viewAllPh...8155&security=XUTOCt

dan

Baltimore,

Love the stand!

Any chance I can talk ya into posting the dimensions of that thing for us?

Thanks!

Sure I can post the dimensions...very simple design really.

It's 3 feet wide and 2 feet deep exactly, as far as the hight?? I just made it comfortable for me being 6'2" and all.

dan