+1 on @1buckie being super helpful! I only have 1 long cook under belt. All the advice here in the forums and Buckies help made it really easy and tasty. I managed an 11 hour pork shoulder cook with a 2x2 snake. Some really good advice I got here was be patient. After making vent adjustments give the kettle plenty of time to settle in. Good luck and make sure to post some pics!