Ron, I actually have converted to smoking ribs at 235. It usually takes me 5 - 5:15 to smoke 3 racks of baby backs. I find the higher temp makes better bark, shortens the cook time, and has no affect on moistness. The Auber really helps maintain that constant temp. If you feel it necessary to take 6+ hours, I suppose you could lower the temp, but I think you may have a softer bark. Not sure, though.