Recent content by bartjoebob

Couldn't find a thread on this so decided to make one with tips and other key findings as I did mine.  My smoker runs a little hot.  That magic range of 225-230deg is more like 235-240 on my analogue dial unit.  Over the last year I've been guessing whereabouts the 225deg mark is since the...

While replacing the worn out faceplate on my analogue unit I stumbled on some ideas to eliminate to problem of no longer being able to read the temp dial numbers.  These are easy mods from the factory 1) add a 1/4" ID by 3/8" OD stainless washer over the knob post.  This shims the knob higher...

Thought I'd share a couple tips I discovered to protect the temperature control face plates from getting worn out.  Did this while replacing mine.  My original idea while a little elaborate is bulletproof:  Method #1  / Original Idea... laminate the faceplate using automotive paint protection...

First smoke of Spring, and I forgot to foil the roof of the smoker box when doing baby back ribs.  I have tried vinegar and a degreaser with a scouring pad. Carbon is still caked on.  Any suggestions to get this back to a smooth stainless steel finish?   Oh, and since you are here reading a...