Welcome, horsepower, to the smokin-it family! I purchased a #2 back in January and usually have at least one smoke going every weekend...this past weekend ribs on Saturday and pull chicken on Sunday! The #2 is holding up well, so I doubt I will be slowing down anytime soon!
As others have noted, your #3 will arrive pretty much ready to go...just install the wheels. After a 4 hour seasoning (instructions provided and hictory dowels), you will be in business.
Happy smok'in!