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    250ga smoker build - insulated firebox plate thicknesses?

    This will be the first insulated box I've done on a smoker (30x24x24) My plan was to use 1/4 plate like I would typically use for the fire chamber itself (inner chamber) and then 1/8" plate for the exterior with insulation between the two. It seems to me using 1/4 plate for the exterior is a...
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    I can't identify this wood to save my life; can anyone help?

    I agree, I'm 80% sure I have mockernut hickory here. The contrast of the heartwood and sapwood combined with the bark and my location all makes sense. Thanks for the insight everyone.
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    I can't identify this wood to save my life; can anyone help?

    Yes, I would agree, that's a pretty hilarious screw up.
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    I can't identify this wood to save my life; can anyone help?

    Haha, I'm actually a gunsmith ironically enough, and I've spent many hours working with walnut. It does not smell like walnut to me, but I've never smelled walnut when it was green, so maybe it could be?
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    I can't identify this wood to save my life; can anyone help?

    I picked this wood up from a neighbor in north Texas. Unfortunately, the arborist he hired cut down the wrong tree (lol). I have a google maps image of what the tree looked like, and some pictures of the wood after I split it. No leaves. Initially I was suspicious it was some sort of elm...
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    Early Brinkmann Pitmaster Deluxe restoration and modifications

    Interesting! The shelf sits surprisingly low, but it's a necessity given how low the doors are. Thanks!
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    Early Brinkmann Pitmaster Deluxe restoration and modifications

    Awesome, thank you!
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    Early Brinkmann Pitmaster Deluxe restoration and modifications

    Smoker is functionally finished. I need to build the work surface and bib next, but I figured it was time to season it. It is... ALIVE! The tuning plates work like a dream, currently balancing out the heat but it's sitting at a rock solid 225, right where I want it.
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    Early Brinkmann Pitmaster Deluxe restoration and modifications

    Handle.
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    Early Brinkmann Pitmaster Deluxe restoration and modifications

    Gauges.
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    Early Brinkmann Pitmaster Deluxe restoration and modifications

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