Recent content by auto5man
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wood advice needed!
that my thermo unit is a Brinkman professional that is very accurate. It reads whatever the ambient outside temp is (Memphis during summer that means HOT) before I put fire in the box. To measure temp closer to firebox I use a remote digital and get readings 25-30 degrees hotter (the Brinkmann...- auto5man
- Post #7
- Forum: General Discussion
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wood advice needed!
Is your thermo at grate level? That being said, since modding my COS I can tell you it takes a whole lot more heat to bring cook chamber up to desirable temps. Before mods I would put one charcoal chimney (small size) in the firebox and get a temp of 300 to 350 (thermo close to dome of lid...- auto5man
- Post #6
- Forum: General Discussion
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Looking for a decent store baught sauce...
Make your own...experiment. When you don't have time, buy different commercial brands to shop for the flavors you like. I blend several commercial blends to arrive at the taste I want, but like many have said- it's subjective. I like Kraft Original (sweet) blended with Rendevous Original and...- auto5man
- Post #24
- Forum: Sauces, Rubs & Marinades
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New Guy from Memphis, TN
The case of ribs were a hit using the borrowed smoker. Cooked 4 butts on my now modded New Braunfels COS, and cooked another cobbler in the 12" Dutch Oven for another home run. I'm amazed at how well my modded COS now performs! Thanks to all who have posted info and pics on this subject. I... -
How did you come up with your screen name?
a waterfowler and love to shoot my Browning 12ga "Auto 5" semi-automatic shotgun...when most, if not all, of my buddies have gone for the modern guns. I'm still shooting a fine waterfowling piece designed over 60 years ago. Dave- auto5man
- Post #341
- Forum: Messages for All Guests and Members
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New Guy from Memphis, TN
Surely Elvis did enjoy BBQ,, it just HAD to be. Well I havn't been busy posting of late, but Ii've been busy reading about reverse flow grills, and also about mods for the "Silver Smoker" style offset grill (which I have the New Braunfels version of). So I've been busy over the last week making... -
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New Guy from Memphis, TN
Hi All, What a great forum and site! My name is Dave and I'm homegrown in Memphis, TN. Cooking has always been an interest for me since working my way through college in several restaraunts. Its been years since those days, but the hobby has remained a love. Growing up in Memphis, TN.....BBQ...
