As promised, my test is going on. I received the SnS on Thursday (thanks again
@ABCbarbecue for the quick shipping to allow it to arrive on time). First impression was how solid and heavy this thing was. I read that it was 5lbs of stainless and I guess until I actually had it in my hands, really didnt realize what that really meant. Now, to the cook..I had planned on getting up early this morning but had a late night and didnt crawl out of bed until around 7a with all the prep on the pork butt still to do (I trim, inject and rub right before it goes on). With that being said, I really did appreciate how much quicker it was to get this thing going as opposed to the snake method I usually do. I followed the instructions that came with it starting to start with a starter cube and a dozen briquettes in the corner and wait for them to white over before adding a full chimney of unlit charcoal to the remainder of the area. I also added the quart of hot water to the water reservoir.
Once I hit the desired temp (book says between 150-175) I closed the bottom vent down a little and closed the top vent 1/2 way)
(Excuse the mess, this is my dedicated "Smoking" lid as I got tired of cleaning vents.
I will update the post with how it is going and will continue to monitor it. So far it seems to have settled around 235 or so (which is where I am wanting it). Lets see how long it holds it and if I need to refuel during the cook.
So far pretty impressed. but wont be able to tell if it will replace the snake method for me or not just yet.
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