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fatdan

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Nov 10, 2012
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Hi.  my name is Dan.  I am from Winnipeg Manitoba Canada.  Just started to do this smoking thing.  Only have a little experience, and not very good experience at that.  I do not have a store bought smoker.  I built one myself.  It is made of wood, and yes I know the risks of using such a smoker, so I do tend it well.  It is heated by by electricity which also produces my smoke.  I have learned after my first attempt that there is a difference in the smoke that is best to use.  My smoker is four feet deep, by three feet wide, by eight feet high.  It is difficult to keep it heated to temperature because of it's size.  If you have any tips or ideas, please let me know.  Thanks.   
 
Hey, I resemble that name! Welcome to the forums Dan. that's one big smoker ya got there, I could see it being a problem to heat. A couple options would be to make it smaller , add another heating element, or insulate it.
 
Hi Dan! 
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Wow.  You guys are serious about this stuff.  I did mention in my initial post that I am from Winnipeg Manitoba Canada. 

I have thought about insulating my smoker.  Just not sure about the type of insulation to use.  I also thought about using that fire proof cement board that is used in bathroom construction.  Woud that work, and what type of insulation should I use?
 
Glad you joined us Dan! :welcome1:
I live in the same temperature climate as you and have built a few fridge smokers. I had a difficult time using electricity and being able to achieve temps and hold them consistently, and then just to open the door and lose the heat. I ended up going with propane and then added a thermostat and electronic pilot light. For me propane has been a more stable power source for the heating larger areas.
 
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