gavinjconway Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 Hi - I've been smoking using a UDS for under a year and then upgraded to a 47cm WSM since christmas. Loving the WSM. Also just got a Weber Kettle so can Braai/BBQ or smoke with it. I fitted both into a stainless steel table which is outside my work sheds as I work from home so nice n easy to look after when smoking is on the go. Got a Pro-Q smoke generator today so looking forward to gleaning loads of info from the forum. I also have a biltong buisness which I may try to do a smoked version as well. I made a copy Pro-Q the other day but made it a bit big and had a few problems keeping it alight. Smoked some cheeses for different times to test - now mellowing in vacpack bags in the fridge. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Hi Gavin, once again welcome to the Forum. Looks like you have a good set up there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Welcome mate. You sound much like me: WFH and smoking cheese and salmon and bacon. Also charcuterie hanging on back curtain rail. Hope you enjoy the forum and get more inspired. Maybe we will also see you at one or more of the tailgates this year. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavinjconway Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 I've heard the term tailgates - what does it mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Hi just a few of us turn up at a designated campsite . And cook Bbq or smoke foods to enjoy communally . Share experience and gain tips and possibly drink copious amounts of alcohol if so inclined Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 And welcome ! You have given me an idea on how to sort my pbc and weber setup did you just angle grind holes out on table ? Or 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 It is good fun, lots of bbq going on, gain experience and new ideas, meet up and socialise eat and drink, It is a blast, good fun. Check out the thread. I go them all https://www.woodsmokeforum.uk/forum/125-smoking-and-bbq-weekend/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 The nearest one to you would be Northern Tailgate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavinjconway Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 11 hours ago, Raptor72 said: And welcome ! You have given me an idea on how to sort my pbc and weber setup did you just angle grind holes out on table ? Or Yeah I used a 4" angle grinder with a thin slitting disc - just carefully carefully pulled it along just cutting through - it goes un-naturally curved without any problems if you go slow and curved all the time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavinjconway Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 Thanks for the info - now I know what it's about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavinjconway Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 It would have been an ideal venue on my plot back in Zimbabwe where we had 12 acres to play on - my Braai / BBQ pit was 3mt x 1.5mt oval with 8" of coals - could fit 20 or so people around it. Used loads of burning hot hard-wood for the coals and once going would last many hours of cooking. Yes !!!! we did a lot of entertaining and hosted a lot of people at our place due to being heavily involved in Smallbore Rifle and Practical Pistol Shooting. Our range hosted many national and provincials so we we the one to go to - I was also chairman for many years so had the say on where everyone camped, ate and stayed. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Wow that sounds amazing, why move to the rainy UK and a Small Weber? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavinjconway Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 One word - MUBGABE!!!! he made it impossible to stay with a family so we packed up sticks and move here Total shambles - kids schooling, health facilities, lawlessness, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 So sorry to hear that, must of been heart renching to have to leave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavinjconway Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 2 minutes ago, Smokin Monkey said: So sorry to hear that, must of been heart renching to have to leave. It sure was.. But hey we are safe here, good NHS sorting out my newly diagnosed Prostate cancer, good roads and brexit - well - i'll say no more!!!! he he he. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Sorry to hear the news of your diagnosis. I am sure our members here will support you through this tough time and offer some light relief with some good hearted chat and all things BBQ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavinjconway Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 23 minutes ago, Smokin Monkey said: Sorry to hear the news of your diagnosis. I am sure our members here will support you through this tough time and offer some light relief with some good hearted chat and all things BBQ. Its going well - should all be gone soon.. But still a while of tabs to curtail it - but should be here for a lot of years to come 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 Glad to hear you're doing ok, I had a scare last year with tests and biopsies on my prostate, waiting over 3 weeks for the results was agony until I was given the all clear, so my thoughts go out to you. Ice. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 Hi and welcome. Sounds like you’ve had it bad, and still facing some difficulties, hope all is clear soon. It’s a nice set up you have there. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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