Hello from North Carolina

[smokin john]

I just wanted to say hello from North Carolina. I have enjoyed this Forum and the wealth of information that is here. I am in the process of building a 500 gallon RF smoker. I cut the doors out today so this is the first giant step for BBQ-kind. I have built many 250-75 gallon pig cookers but this is my first 500 gallon. I have a Holland Tradition Grill, 250 pig cooker w/ 55 gallon grill attached, and a novelty 20 gallon grill. Building grills are a hobby for me and BBQ-ing is a passion. If anyone has a word of wisdom concerning this 500 gal. build give me a shout out.

Keep on Grilling

Smokin John

 

[fpnmf]

Welcome..

This site has tons of info.

I would suggest you spend some time reading all the different forums and the WIKIs.

Then use the handy dandy search tool for specific interests!!

Have a great day!!!

Craig

 And sign up for the awesome free E-Course!!!

http://www.smoking-meat.com/smoking-basics-ecourse.html

 

[tyotrain]

Welcome to SMF its nice to have ya.. Have fun and Happy smoking

 

[adiochiro3]

Wow! Ambitious! Welcome to the SMF family!

 

[jack3608]

Welcome to the forum! Cant wait for the Qview outta that monster rig 

Happy smoking,

Matt  

 

[roller]

Welcome your starting off really big....

 

[beer-b-q]

 

Welcome to SMF, Glad to have you with us.


This is the place to learn, lots of good info and helpful friendly Members.
 

Many of our members have years of experience in smoking meat.  They are more than happy helping Newbies learn the art.
 

We have members who cure there own Bacon, Hams, Jerky, Snack Sticks, Make Their own Sausage, etc. if you want to learn,
this is the place. 
 

Don't be afraid to ask questions of them and follow their advice. You won't be sorry, you will be making great Q in no time at all...

Just remember, when curing your own meats follow the instructions included with the cure to the letter, this is not something to experiment with.  


Never use more cure no mater if it is Tender Quick or Cure #1 or Cure #2 than the manufacturer says to use, this can be very dangerous.
 

Tender Quick and Cure#1 or Cure #2 are not interchangeable, neither Cure #1 interchangeable with Cure #2 or vise versa
 

Tips For New Members.

1. Go into your profile and Under Location put where you are.
2. City & State or Area & State will do. This will help members when answering your questions.
3. Go to ROLL CALL thread and tell us a little about Yourself (A Name We Can Call You) and Experience & Equipment.
4. Do Not Post  your other questions and smokes in the Roll Call Forum.
5. Post your questions and smokes in the Proper Forum, Beef, Pork, Sausage, Electric Smoker, Charcoal Smoker etc.
6. Use the Wiki Section, many of our members have posted great tutorials and instructional threads so take advantage of them.
7. When you can't find an answer ask plenty of questions, we have some highly experienced members willing to help you.
8. When posting about your smokes be sure to post plenty of Qview (Pictures) Our Moto, "No Pics, Didn't Happen".
9. Get a good Probe Thermometer, Don't Depend on the Built in Thermometer in your Smoker (They are notorious for being off).
10. A good choice for a remote dual probe thermometer is the Maverick ET-732
11. Remember, We Always Cook by Temperature and NOT BY TIME...
12. Sign up for Jeff's 5-Day eCourse.  Click Here
13. Don't Take Chances, Always Follow USDA Safety Guidelines When Handling Meat.
14. 
    If you are wanting to get into curing meat, there are many members here more than happy to help and give good advice.
15. 
    If you are unsure of a procedure ASK, don't ASSUME, It will make your Smoking experience much more pleasant...

 

[meateater]

Welcome!

 

[chef jimmyj]

Welcome, This is the place to be to pick some brains then pick some bones!...JJ

 

[africanmeat]

Welcome to SMF John Good to have you here

You are in the right place the folks here are help full and knowledgeable

Don’t forget the Qview . Wow  when you go big you go big

 

[SmokinAl]