First trailer smoker build need suggestions

[flippers]

Hi, I'm looking to build my first trailers smoker. I have an old water tank from the farm. It is 36" in diameter and 96" long. I want it be a reverse flow smoker, With a warming box. I'm just not sure how big to make everything else. I know there is some mathematical equations that come into play. Any help would be greatly appreciated!equations that come into play. Any help would be greatly appreciated

 

[smokejumper]

Hello Flippers,

Glad to hear you are taking the plunge into the addiction of smoker building.

Here is Feldon's calculator which has been around a while.

http://feldoncentral.com/bbqcalculator.html

But some feel it is not optimized for reverse flow, so here is a link to a different calculator to get you started.

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/attachments/1737

By studying these and trying different inputs, you can get a pretty good idea of what to do.

Look at other similar builds on these forums, and ask lots of questions.

We are here to help.

 

[flippers]

Hey thanks SmokeJumper! I've done my math, just haven't started the build yet. I plan on mybe starting this weekend. I will post pics as I go!
Thanks again!!