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Well, I see you got yer wood and plenty of it so get to smokin. I see now why you wanted a burn barrel cause your firebox ain't got no top access. Not being critical butt is that base large enough? Is it anchored?
I am thinking a very small fire is going to do the job..
Do you have any kind of a baffle to even out the heat? You might also consider adding a pan of water right at the firebox entrance to create a barrier and add some 200°'ish steam into the atmosphere to help regulate the temps.
Overall.. looks great and I would like to see some pics of her in action once you get it done and ready to go.
I am salivating over your woodpile.. (did I just type that out loud?)
I am getting low on wood right now so if you find some missing.. them darn termites..