Icefever Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Just for those that may be planning to build a UDS....a few plans...one or two good ideas/tips here. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/search/pins/?rs=ac&len=2&q=uds smoker plans&eq=UDS&etslf=8425&term_meta[]=uds|autocomplete|undefined&term_meta[]=smoker|autocomplete|undefined&term_meta[]=plans|autocomplete|undefined Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 This is the type I will be looking to build next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 If we were not on holls, I think I'd go for the 57cm Weber just for the lid alone. The price of spares for them are sky high, and the lid fits a drum spot on. Ice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Your correct Ice, the Weber 57 Lid will fit the drum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 I'm looking forward to taking a good look at yours now at N-tailgate and learn more about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 1 minute ago, Smokin Monkey said: Your correct Ice, the Weber 57 Lid will fit the drum. I've found a place on the Bay that's selling drums with lids that are clean as whatever they carried was in a plastic liner. Ice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 £10.20 free collect Stoke-on-Trent, https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EMPTY-OIL-BARREL-DRUM-205-LITRES-45-GALLON-/392113136433#shpCntId Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 2 minutes ago, Icefever said: I've found a place on the Bay that's selling drums with lids that are clean as whatever they carried was in a plastic liner. Ice OK, be careful with the drums with plastic liners, they are a swine to get them out. I have been looking, and I can get a used barrel, with lid for around £20.00 BUT, I have seen on EBay (£54.00) same company on Amazon (£49.00) based in the West Midlands, new drums, unpainted. So the choice is, buy a used drum, burn it out, he set aboutit with a grinder with a sanding disc, or pay to have it sandblasted. Or buy the new unpainted drum? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Read you last post after I replied. Those barrels are OK as it’s contents where bagged. Barrels with the plastic liners are usually red inside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 I watched a video a day or so back this US guy used a spray paint stripper and the paint just fell off....I'm thinking it may be like nitromors paint stripper?? maybe then you would only need a light burn just to clear any stripper left?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 @Smokin Monkey I used the link to those vents you found, ordered 4, just received an email they've been posted, eta 17th Sept...first bit for my UDS... ps...don't mention this to Rosie. she'll kill me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 Found this guy who says to drill 1" holes around the lid instead of a chimney/vent?? http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg74/cowgirls-photos_album/drum build/193d9284.jpg Ice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Yes, by the looks he is using 3/4 Plugs, then removes them in turn to increase or replaces to decrease air flow. Prefer to have something that slides easier so will not burn fingers when trying to screw them in or out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 Will try to find the write-up, he says it gets around a problem others have with a chimney. Ice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 I’ve always been advised to buy the new drums . The aggro and time in stripping and burning sanding etc isn’t worth it . Plus your sure there isn’t any toxicity in it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 Welcome to the forum Raptor72 and the thread... ? Ice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Thanks ! Completely new to smoking . Old hand at grilling . I’m not handy with tools but after a lot of deliberation built an UDS ! One lesson to pass on : keep it simple and don’t over think it ! You can adapt and upgrade as you go on. Second lesson : if spray painting buy a spray attachment for can £5-6 and buy 3-4 cans ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 My exhaust holes should have been further out on lid . But still work 3/4 inch nipples, brass flange nuts and caps tool station Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Leave all exhaust holes open it’s the intakes you need to control Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 This is the article quote.. " For the exhaust, the easiest setup involves evenly spaced holes in a circular pattern around the drum lid, as opposed to a single larger hole with a chimney tube attached. This minimizes any chimney effects, which can increase draft and create hot and cold spots and an overall hotter fire. For this exhaust pattern, drill eight equally spaced one-inch holes a few inches from the edge of the lid. An easy way to get this right is to place eight coins in a circle around the lid and then measure the distance between them. Slightly move each one until the distance between each coin is equal. Then remove each coin one-by-one and drill the holes. Depending on the type of handle and smoker thermometer you find, drill an appropriate number of holes to attach both." Link to it is this... https://www.fix.com/blog/building-an-ugly-drum-smoker/ Ice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 You went for the same system then, and not a chimney.??? Ice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Yes but I didn’t measure correctly So i might add some more holes . but found it easier with this method and less concerned with any cold spots . In all honesty I’d go with 4 equally spaced holes . And as well you can swap over for 90 degree elbows to counteract rain if needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 I’ve got direct contact with lava lock in New York who make the UDS kits . As I was looking into importing some over . But have to look at shipping costs for next year 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icefever Posted September 7, 2018 Author Share Posted September 7, 2018 I'm putting together a list of bits to gather over the next few months, not sure when I'll be building it yet. Looking at fitting a PID blower, I have a spare PID at home but not sure the temp range of it, it worked a fermentation fridge that has now been reassigned for the storage of cheese/bacon. I've found this one.... https://www.amazon.co.uk/Inkbird-Temperature-Controller-Homebrewing-Thermocouple/dp/B01M24LHR4/ref=pd_sbs_60_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01M24LHR4&pd_rd_r=939549bb-b267-11e8-8dbb-41abd883f66d&pd_rd_w=42H9T&pd_rd_wg=0LWwy&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_p=4fe8124b-f455-49bd-9e7d-c251837661fc&pf_rd_r=0RK4X9FS0V58KPJYYG93&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=0RK4X9FS0V58KPJYYG93 I like the build quality of Inkbird and the K type thermocouple that comes with it has a range: -50℃~400℃. more than ample for a UDS....and it's got £10 off. Ice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptor72 Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Hey mate now I’ve built one . I can safely say that with the right bits you can complete one in an afternoon obviously allowing paint to dry etc if you need any help I can offer my meagre experience. Mainly about what not to do ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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