- Jun 20, 2010
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I build a trash can smoker cause its cheap, or I thought. I build it to be an electric smoker but I couldnt hold temp, so I went charcoal. The problem I am having is it will not hold temp as soon as I put the top on. The smoker goes from about 250 to 125-150. I have 3 holes in the bottom of the smoker and I set it up on boards for the air, I also have 2 holes on the top. I also have a door on the side for checking coals and chips. I have a elevated grate on the bottom and a water holder in the center. sorry for spelling