too much in my cookshack?

Sounds like too much humidity, Large Father. Maybe lay that skin on some fire to crisp it up?

Is the fair going on right now?

yes, goes on till next saturday, comeon up for some Q. I called CS and they said that it is probably the humidity, but what to do about it. Throwing it on the grill won't work, they suggested opening the door during the cooking cycle to let more moisture out. I guess I will try experimenting.

That's about all you can do. Of course, your timing will be screwed up. That's a big load! Maybe a slower cook to allow the "layers" to evap? Or, does that sound stupid?

Boy, do I wish I could come up. Haven't been that way for years! I love the Tanana Valley Fair. It focuses (or used to) on the agriculture and livestock, rather than the commercial crap. That's what I go to State Fairs for! The Kenai one starts ??? uh...soon? Can't seem to find out exactly when, and I've got things to enter!

I have two 150's.

Yes, you have too much Humidity. Think about all the moisture in those butts, it's got to go somewhere.

I'd suggest you open up the door occassionally and let the steam out. Yes, it will add to the time, but if you're wanting bark, you HAVE to get rid of the moisture in the air in the CS.

Smokin'

I suggest CS intall dampers then in the Big Rigs. If you can't use it at capacity, then what?

thanks for all your help. Stokie you are right, just need to open door occassionally and let it cook longer. I guess just a minor flaw with the cookshack, but bearable.