I'm starting a small family reverse flow smoker design from two gas canisters. Heat output is regulated by varying the output of a 10 CFM fan that Jun 23, 2017 · I need a fire box that has 16923 cubic inches, fire box opening, area under reverse flow plate, and opening at the end of the tank needs to be 204 sq in which translates to 5. Aug 22, 2016 · I'd like some input on a welded in reverse flow plate or tuning plates which I have been reading about? My plans are to also use one side of this double door smoker as a charcoal grill occasionally with a removable charcoal pan. The wood pellet burner I am looking at is a hopper that gravity feeds pellets to a burn chamber at the bottom. The reverse flow works well. 5 , where D is the pipe diameter and L is the pipe length. 64" cube of air space. The tank is a water tank that came off of a concrete truck. Juicy and full of flavor. Volume of the Cook Chamber. I just sold the rotisserie and bought a Meadow Creek TS250 Oct 17, 2020 · That was the first sign that I wasn't getting enough draw. Therefore Reverse Flow Considered to be a better alternative to traditionally designed offset smokers. Choose between reverse flow smoking and traditional offset smoking Warming shelf on offset smoker for added convenience Oversized foldable front shelf for added prep space Durable cast iron cooking grids Heavy duty steel construction Built in temperature gauge for May 29, 2014 · I am almost finished with this offset, reverse flow smoker I am at a critical point where I will begin closing the unit. 7854 x 60 = 27,143 cu. Then, place 1/4 Feb 17, 2014 · I have been using my stick burner (reverse flow, Bubba Grill) for a year now. You can see my RF offset by clicking on the link in my signature Jan 31, 2023 · For product information, please visit http://www. I might have to move away from reverse flow in order to do that, but Im still trying to find a way to make it work. Here are some some pictures. 5 in being the height of the opening. 001 5. Aug 12, 2022 · Reverse flow with solid baffle plate - radiant heat is blocked somewhat, but all the smoke and convective heat is run underneath where it rises opposite of the firebox and then flows in reverse direction across your meat along with convective heat to the chimney on the firebox side. May 13, 2013 · Ive thought about using stainless angle for the grill surface but steering away from that. :grilling_smilie: Oct 13, 2015 · In a fireplace or smoker, you care less about the air velocity than the flow rate- e. Nov 1, 2019 · Cross section of chamber under reverse flow plate 0. I'm using 1/4 inch steel pipe with a 24 inch diameter, which I picked up. Thread starter mark4027; Start date Jan 17, 2021; Some of the links on this forum allow SMF, at no cost to you, to earn a small commission when Aug 27, 2012 · Ok, After getting stoked up looking at the other builds and designs on these threads, I've spent the last six Saturdays working on my new smoker pit. I was wondering if folks could weigh in on these for me. 6 sq. I am planning a reverse flow smoker as you can see. It will cover what they are, how they work, and some tips and tricks for using them. What the reverse flow design does is: The heat drafts from the firebox into the cooking cylinder and draws down under a baffled-flue to the end, then it reverses flow (thus Apr 7, 2018 · Is it the same way you calculate with vertical reverse flow smoker? If no, how could you determine the measurements. 150 gallon propane tank 24x83 Going to be double door with a plenum over the firebox for the stack. Last edited: Dec 23, 2014 Feb 7, 2018 · I see that a reverse flow version of the same smoker is available from OJ/CharBroil. Do you think that Oct 26, 2020 · A week ago I began planning my first smoker build, a reverse flow octagon smoker. A couple of hints: Have a slight tilt on the water pan away from the firebox. ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: This smoker box includes a removable water pan to collect grease, a heat deflector, a raised fire grate in the lower chamber, and four Aug 11, 2011 · I've decided to go with a rear fire box smoker/kind of reverse flow smoker not really sure if it can be considered that. I’m using 2 donated tanks for the CC and FB so I’m working with what I have. It's 5/16" thick, and 24" diameter by almost 11 feet long. com. Originally planned to mount it all on the same trailer but decided its too big. I was under the impression that the heavier the wall, the better heat regulation. . 644 Area required at the end of the reverse flow plate 0. Volume in cubic inches X 0. For the tank picked up and got the firebox cut today. I don't know if I need the adjustable damper for the reverse flow plate, but I can always just not use it. 12. welded well, good construction etc. A reverse flow smoker uses indirect heat to smoke meats, which allows for more consistent temperature, heat, and delicious juice meats with smoke flavor. Explore the ultimate BBQ community at BBQ Brethren! From mouthwatering recipes to expert tips and lively forums, join passionate grill masters in sharing the art of barbecue. Sep 23, 2013 · I am trying to learn more about the indirect method with offset fire boxes . well im getting ready to start my long awaited reverse flow smoker. The reverse flow plate seems pretty straight forward but I'm not familiar with the tuning plates. Meat turned out good but I was wondering if everyone else has their water pans Sep 16, 2012 · I want to build my first smoker from mostly material at hand ie minimal cost. After an hour it was still holding 225. I really like the smoker built for Cajunsmoke13. I decided to scrap the propane cylinder as a firebox idea and just go with 1/4" plate steel. These are the tanks that I have. I took advantage of the calculator and worked out the dimensions pretty well (I think). Quick Edit: Just want to add in that the design is inspired by Fatstack smokers and Shirley Fabrication smokers. Sep 17, 2015 · Hi, I am about to get started on my first Reverse Flow Smoker build and have gotten some great ideas and lots of valuable information on this forum so far. Aug 29, 2010 · Jeff's Books Smoking Meat: The Essential Guide Smoke. I plasma-cut the Apr 21, 2015 · Hey everyone, New to the site as of today. com jcam222 Sep 8, 2010 · ↳ Smoker Build and fabrication contests; ↳ General Discussion; ↳ Wood, Charcoal, and other fuels; ↳ Wood; ↳ Charcoal; ↳ Gas; ↳ Other Fuels; ↳ Off Topic Stuff; ↳ Test Area; Smoker Design and Construction; ↳ Pictures of your Smoker; ↳ Smoker Terminology; ↳ Reverse Flow Smokers; ↳ Standard Offsets Apr 12, 2020 · We do not do reverse flow because our tuning plates work better for several reasons: With reverse flow, the plate is fixed in place, making it hard or impossible to clean out grease underneath. All of our smoker cooker models are built with the reverse flow design and we believe that all of our cookers have ALWAYS cooked better because of this reverse flow design. Based on what I have seen, I recognize that the distance between the end of the baffle plate and the far end of the main smoke chamber (opposite from the firebox) is a significant measurement to allow even and Jan 17, 2021 · Reverse flow smoker. smokingmeatforums. The Highland and the Longhorn. So F is proportional to (D^5/L)^. Mine is 18"x15. I need to design an air flow control mechanism for the connection point between fire chamber and smoke chamber. Nov 15, 2014 · My next steps are to include a dynamic illustration that shows the tank, the firebox, the reverse flow plate, and let you see the suggested dimensions overlaid, for the visual people (like me). Going to fab up the firebox tomorrow. The flow side (opposite the fire box) runs about 30 degrees warmer than the firebox side. Horizontal reverse flows send the smoke completely across the bottom of the cooking chamber and then back across with the chimney on the same side as the firebox. Excellent customer service. 9in (dia) x 23. Jul 2, 2013 · hi all,been awhile since last posting,but my brother and I finally got a start on our reverse flow smoker,i have one problem maybe someone has a simple way to calculate,what is the best or easiest way to measure the firebox opening to cooking chamber,i know its suppose to be 16 inches according to the calculator,but whats the easiest way to Jan 11, 2024 · Added pic My first reverse flow smoker build. It has been holding 225 all this time. Smoker Recipes: Vol. This gives me an excellent resource for free materials. 30" in diameter by 87" in Dec 29, 2022 · Don't know how much it would impact airflow but I'm thinking I might start out as reverse flow with the side/back walls attached with machine screws (maybe a bead of high temp grill silicone to seal it) and see how it works and if it doesn't I can just unscrew and convert to direct heat, might need to make the chimney central to start and have Jun 5, 2016 · I have pulled this together based on preliminary research and smokers I've viewed. May 30, 2012 · It is common to use the reverse flow plate as a water pan. Holds temperature even from one end to the other or can be adjusted to keep one end at a higher temperature. Oct 8, 2014 · Wow thats a nice smoker its massive lol. Reverse Flow Smokers provide great temperature and efficient smoke flow. 004 = FB/CC opening in square Apr 21, 2022 · Also known as offset smokers, these bad boys are some of the best on the market. I always skinned the pig, injected, and applied rub inside and out and the hog turned out awesome every time. As Ben C. My brother and I just got a 250 gallon propane tank and we're going to start our reverse flow smoker build tomorrow. After reading various posts on rev flow i have a few questions. But it is one of the smallest and most affordable reverse flow smokers I could find. Nov 17, 2022 · I once again made my reverse flow plate with 3 pieces. Jul 9, 2017 · Looking at your smoker online it looks like you're getting a lot of conductive heat where the firebox meets the smoking chamber, so you could also try moving the fire as close to the firebox door as possible to reduce that conduction. Taking the volume Jan 27, 2011 · Like all Langs the 36 patio is reverse flow. Mar 7, 2017 · Hi folks, I picked up an old offset smoker ( about the size of a smokey Joe elite) at a yard sale Saturday and I'd like to convert it to a reverse flow. The bottom opening is reverse flow Oct 9, 2017 · Calculations for a standard design, reverse flow smoker. So as a few of you know, my dad works in the propane industry. Hopefully someone on here can tell me the best method of fire management for this kind of smoker. nexgrill. of cooking surface provides plenty of space; Choose from reverse flow or offset smoking & charcoal grilling; Durable 2. Diameter X Diameter X 0. This reverse smoker has a wide cooking surface area of 475 square inches. I've used the calculator on this site to give me the measurements I needed, which was great. Feb 24, 2024 · A reverse flow smoker is a type of offset smoker designed to provide an even distribution of heat and smoke throughout the cooking chamber, resulting in consistent and flavorful barbecue. I love the KAT reverse flow offset. Show quality welds. The following is the progression of the smoker build. I have put some calculations together based on what I've Nov 23, 2017 · So this is my first build and I’m sure I’ll mess stuff up but here goes. I thought I would put up a primitive graphic of what I am am shooting for and get your comments and Dec 15, 2015 · I came from a reverse flow stick burner. ft. Actually they have two now. I have a reverse flow smoker and over the weekend I cooked a boston but. As a non reverse flow cooker, the chimney is correctly positioned. 5"x9" giving a total of 2511. and sealing it. 300 gallon propane reverse Jul 30, 2024 · The BBQ Brethren Forums. I have no issues with my cooking methods or recipes but I do have a lack of understanding in one department, over-smoking meat. The volume available for the firebox is 2282 cubic inches and the volume available for the cooking chamber is 5118 cubic inches (22 galons). Nov 16, 2014 · Calculations for a standard design, reverse flow smoker. the stick burner so the flavor is a bit different. First off the CC is a 16" diameter and 34" long. Iv only got a rough idea of how I want to make it completely open to suggestions. Apr 11, 2014 · One of the problems (in my opinion) with the Horizon is the chimney is in the wrong place when you TRY TO CONVERT it to reverse flow. x 50" chamber. 900x900px-LL-08d8c478_Acadplans8. May 16, 2009 · Hi Everyone, I am planning a trailer mounted reverse flow smoker with a side rib rack, and I am to the point that I might actually get to the workshop and start cutting some metal today. I went through a 10lb bag of B&B lump charcoal and probably another 5lbs of apple wood. I will do this some times when cooking chicken at one end and ribs or pork butt at the other. 00" cube. Everything is 3/16” thick. (maybe a 1/2" tilt over the length of the cook chamber. The dampers on the firebox door obviously adjust the air entering the firebox. Has anyone bought and/or tried these plates on a non-reverse flow Highland? Aug 13, 2020 · The cooking chamber (most interior wall) stops 3 inches shy of the top to allow the smoke to flow into the cooking area, from there the smoke reverse flows down across the meat and mixes with the rising steam from the water pan at the bottom before be exhausted at the bottom of the cooking chamber in the rear and travels up the stack. More air, more flames (heat) too little air and the wood will smolder creating dirty smoke. Pitmaker vaults are sealed so well that they use "Slam latches" on their doors. I slow cook a lot of pork roast and think the slower the better. For technical support, please visit http://www. That gives 6832. grillservices. Figured I'd start a thread now as I will be posting pictures of the progress as we get various Sep 19, 2015 · I have researched and have found a couple different smoker designs in this forum so I have built a smoker by combining a couple different plans and added small tweaks of my own. 62in (L) = 28. 10” sides except the verticals sides are 12”. Dec 31, 2013 · I'm going to pull the trigger on either a Lang 60" deluxe or Stumps reverse flow smoker Looks like the stumps 3x4 has a little more cooking area, but the lang has the nice warmer box added. Thread starter irvin78787884; Start date Jan 11, 2024; Some of the links on this forum allow SMF, at no cost to you, to The Oakford 1150 Reverse Flow Offset Smoker by Nexgrill makes it easy to smoke, bake, and grill legendary BBQ right at home. of foot print, and better efficiency Dec 30, 2016 · I had been looking at all the forums I could find and followed the measurements of a build similar to mine, and used it to get the dimensions of my firebox opening, 26 x 12 in radius. Mine has an insulated firebox which I believe helps in the colder temps (I’m in Michigan) and in the winter I’ll drape the cooking tube with moving blankets to help hold in the warmth. P. May 30, 2021 · WSM and various cheaper smokers of various kinds. I used these calculations and the smoker came out great I did not add extra air vents to the fire box but I may try that this weekend. Jul 9, 2012 · My smoker is trailer mounted and leveled to the trailer itself so raising or lowering the tongue immediately affects how well it heats or how slow or fast it burns wood 7. That is 233. The frame. tank and a 7 gal. May 17, 2013 · I just recently turned my grill into a reverse flow and am having problems with it. Nov 24, 2011 · Hello all, i am trying to get all the materials together for a 250 gallon reverse trailer smoker and am just wondering what the general weight will be for a basic 250 and a fire box? I want to get a trailer first and need to know a load that the trailer will have to carry. last photo shows direct view of air flow. Please feel free to correct my math if its wrong. It guides the heat in the right direction. I joined this forum because i am having a similar issue that you are. Mar 27, 2021 · #1 Is a reverse flow smoker better? Yes, Reverse Flow smokers are better than normal smokers. Wood. Thanks for any suggestions!!! Jan 16, 2020 · A reverse flow smoker is a barbecue smoker that forces the air to travel further inside the smoker to achieve a more uniform temperature inside the smoker. of cooking suface provides plenty of space; Choose from reverse flow or offset smoking & charcoal grilling; Durable 2. Quality is terrific. when i calculate the tank volume in cubic inches i get 28,644. I cooked some ribs this past weekend and managed to keep the temp between 250 and 275 for about 3 1/2 hours. Moved stack to firebox side of cook chamber added a plenum, put in a reverse flow plate and cut out cook chamber inlet ( was a 6 inch pipe with damper originally) also added a baffle to bottom of cook chamber to use as a water pan/ keep grease from entering firebox. 661 Aug 1, 2011 · Lets see, no welding skills, a double reverse flow smoker and a rusty old fuel cell. Project is to build a well performing gas grill that will aslo perform well as a smoker. Should come to around 85ish gallons Aug 24, 2012 · Does anyone have any suggestions?? This is my first experience with a reverse flow cooker. Mar 1, 2020 · Repost , I think I posted it the wrong place earlier. Go to www. titangreatoutdoors. When you have a vertical area over 3' tall it is hard to keep even temps top to bottom, so reverse flow works well. currently the body of my cooking chamber is going to be a piece of stainless 16"pipe cut at 33. I'm new at this and have never used a stick burner before or one with reverse flow. May 10, 2024 · Few days ago I had an idea to convert a commercial electric/gas oven into a reverse flow smoker. As a matter of fact, this is my very first cook on an offset of any kindEVER!! I am a master of the Weber kettle and the Big Green Egg, not to mention various gassers over the years. Nov 19, 2020 · Large 900 sq. Hi everyone. If this is not the right area I apologize and please feel free to move where most appropriate. Not quite sure what a double reverse flow is. The flow rate “F” is the air velocity times the area of the pipe. Good flow also helps the food cook, like a convection oven, by reducing cold zones or boundary layers near the meat. Fire. Dec 5, 2020 · Brick, Offset, Reverse flow, Gravity Fed smoker. In the process i thought why not build a reverse flow. (I also like the idea of being able to get to the bottom of the tank if something needed to be adjusted (i. The smoke from the Assassin is lighter vs. I can keep the smoker at 320, and it likes to sit at ~250. Jul 6, 2017 · Both designs work well if built properly the reverse flow is more demanding on having a completely sealed chamber because of the way the smoke has to travel. May 16, 2023 · How reverse flow offset smokers work is simple. Wants: Easy to maintain temp Even temp across entire CC Multipurpose firebox(use top for griddle) Multipupose Jan 11, 2024 · I am going to be picking up my tank hopefully this Saturday to start getting things around to build my first reverse flow smoker. 5 mm heavy-duty black cold rolled steel construction May 3, 2015 · Hi, just had a reverse flow offset smoker made for me. I've always favored vertical smokers over horizontal offset smokers due to more cooking area per sq. Specifics such a rack size and dimensions are available on the Lang Website. You sure are making it difficult for both yourself and us! Can you do a drawing and post it, maybe a pic of the fuel cell, thickness of the metal. Began calculating the dimensions for the size of smoker I want to end up, which will definitely be a a lot bigger than my current smoker (22in WSM). An essential quality of this lang reverse flow smoker is its durability. So I put three fist sized chunks of cherry on top of the coals and let it smoke. My idea is to fabricate a heat shield over the fire box (kind of like a scoop) to direct the heat to the bottom of the smoker. (Can't afford new ones that start at $1,000) Extremely interested in your feedback. Buy the best proven brand, buy a Lang BBQ Smoker®. Oct 14, 2016 · Had a moderate fire in the fire box. Put a ball valve on the end of that. The fundamentals of these smokers are the same as an non-reverse flow smokers. In production since 1988, smoking meats since 1898. I started the fire about 9AM, its 2:15 now. Ive posted a few calculation prior to this post but those were Sep 27, 2015 · I decided not to put a drain valve at the bottom of the reverse flow plates since I will be using drip pans to catch the drippings and add moisture anyway. Oct 9, 2017 · Ribwizzard built probably a hundred smokers He said this was the best smoker he built even cooking,easy on fuel. There was a 50 degree difference between the two sides of the Feb 24, 2014 · I am trying to design and build my first reverse flow smoker and was thinking of heating it with wood pellets. 45" Jul 11, 2012 · This is the latest rendition of my Reverse Flow Smoker plans. Thread starter swirvin2000; Start date Dec 4, 2020; Tags I'm on the forum and will try to respond. The Premiere BBQ Knowledge base on the Internet. 5" with some 6mm plate welded to the side. Though, I am having draw problems on the smoker. New to the group but have been snooping around for a little. in. Jun 4, 2015 · I personally like the reverse flow concept and think it is superior in more even temps and I think uses less fuel due to the reflected heat from the plate under the grill surface than the offset. It's a propane tank, split in half with about 24" added in the middle The door is split to open up and down to have great access to the food racks I don't think is was an RF smoker don't know but it doesn't look Mar 28, 2015 · I have a Lang 36 inch reverse flow smoker that I am trying to get the hang of using. The firebox is 1/4" plate steel, but the cook chamber is 12 Ga. As I said recently in that build thread, I didn't really need the smoker (I have a big gravity feed smoker that serves me well, and I don't really have the space to store another big smoker)but I've been wanting to do this build for a while Jan 14, 2017 · Here is the baby I built with the help of my son and my dad. I have identified several design flaws that may be contributing but if I have a "bon fire" roaring in the firebox, surely the temp should be above 160!! The smoker can be seen at www. I've found one internet site that will sell plans for a normal offset smoker, but it is not a reverse flow smoker. Discover the flavors, techniques, and Jul 11, 2012 · I'm looking at having a reverse flow smoker built. People in general consider my cooking to be top notch. com today. Feb 5, 2024 · This quality offset reverse flow smoker has a user-friendly system. Oklahoma Joe’s Highland Reverse Flow Smoker - Best Overall On the top of our list is the Oklahoma Joe’s Highland Reverse Flow Offset Smoker. Another pit I am considering is an Old Country at Academy (I don't really want to buy a big box store pit, but these look pretty good), they have a 48" one with a warmer box for $1500 or without for $1000. Mine are all insulated for cooking inside kitchens, which makes them very efficient. So the green box is being removed, and ill drop back to one axle and shorten the trailer. It's certainly not a very big cooking chamber. e. What Is A Reverse Flow Smoker? A reverse flow smoker in Oklahoma uses indirect heat to cook food. So I'm finally getting around to doing that! I started with this propane tank. Bolted between the two. Dec 22, 2023 · Some of the links on this forum allow SMF, at no cost to you, to earn a small commission when you click through and make a purchase. i think the pros and cons probably are more about a particular units design of a the reverse flow than over concept of a reverse flow. May 23, 2020 · I recently pucrhased a 20x36" reverse flow smoker from Pits by JJ. Especially since I plan to use the reverse flow smoker for competitions. 1 - What thickness or gauge should the baffle Sep 17, 2017 · Attached is a picture of my smoker plans, everyone can give it a look and see what they think. 2 air inlets dramatically improve the heat/smoke/air flow of the smoker The upper air inlet allows the ability to move heat, increase air flow, and possible cool the smoker when necessary. Jun 5, 2008 · I also added a brace in center of the smoker to keep the sides from bowing. FB is 18x18x23. I've used Dave calculator to calculate the following number for my custom smoker. Its a used air compressor tank that I picked up from Craigslist and is 24x48. When heat put to firebox, just maybe that would prevent the Apr 27, 2010 · It's weird to see so many people modify a traditional SFB smoker, with plates, reverse flow, deflectors, etc. 7854 X Length = Volume in cubic inches 24 x 24 x 0. I have a 250 gallon propane tank (apx. Here is a thread on the forum that discusses the calculator. 1 day ago · Then I originally planned to do a reverse offset and basically have a clay pipe take the smoke under the base of the smoker, release the smoke into a rectangle brick smoker on the right side when facing it, and have the exit chimney on the left side midway down to basically imitate the air flow of most commercially available metal offset Jul 8, 2021 · if i keep posting in the wrong sub-forum please let me know. They will answer your questions and help you along with years of experience in building smokers, and free membership. 022 124. I like both, but have yet to use a vertical, but I have used direct flow and reverse flow, and prefer reverse flow. Dec 30, 2016 · So what is it like wcmaness ? I'm so excited I just discovered that Oklahoma Joe now has a factory reverse flow model. I have a 24x48 reverse flow smoker that I was very Jul 8, 2014 · Experience has shown that for the reverse flow configuration, additional area is needed to flow well. I've got a few questions I can't find answers too. Since getting it I've done around 10 pork butts, a dozen or so racks of ribs, 4 briskets, a pork belly, some chickens and about 15 pounds of jalapeno sausage. Dec 24, 2010 · Hi guys, I have been reading and looking at threads for about a month, I decided to join yesterday. The reverse flow plate is formed 1/8" with drain. Any opinions on which one is better? Or other thoughts on either one? Jul 5, 2009 · Reverse flow smokers are great I have been looking for a thread that shows the different designs and why many of us consider the reverse flow to be the best. Cook chamber length 43 inches Firebox, also 24 inch pipe has a length of Jun 12, 2010 · I thought it would be nice to have a place to be able to see all the awesome custom smoker builds from the members here. Many traditional offsets were plagued by uneven temps across the cook surface that had to be dealt with via plates, baffles, and other mods. I am running the smoker at 230 and early on the water pans boil dry. 23. Located in New London, MO Mar 29, 2013 · I have cooked many pigs over the years with great success on my pull behind rotisserie pig cooker. 004 = FB/CC opening in square inches 27,143 x 0. 542 Firebox inlet above and gelow grate total 0. Paul said she weighs somewhere in the neighborhood of 2400 lbs, I would never have guessed that from towing it. How Reverse Flow Works: The heat exits the firebox on the side and travels under a sealed drip pan to the far end of the smoker. Aug 14, 2024 · Well I have a few big cooks under my belt with my 500 gallon reverse flow and all I can say is this site and this calculator works! If not for the knowledge I gained here I would have a huge boat anchor rather than a great working smoker that everyone who has seen it thus far says is a work of art. The outside dimensions are 4'x3'x2'. I purchased and cut 11 gauge 2 x 2 square tubing Jun 15, 2014 · Reverse Flow Smoker This is a very nice smoker built from a 125 gallon air compressor tank 1/4" fire box. My smoker takes at least an hour to get up to 250 degrees and is burning a ton of charcoal/wood. You guys have given me some really good info on here so thanks to everyone. I noticed on the Char Broil website in the replacement parts section for the reverse flow, you can buy the tuning plates for about $14 a piece, there are 4 plates all together. Feb 20, 2013 · Ive got an old style beer keg I want to build a BBQ out of and hafe been toying with the idea of making it reverse flow. Been looking around the forum here for a few months getting ideas for my own smoker build. Jun 10, 2019 · Heres the thing, is it going to make a better reverse flow smoker if I do that, or is it going to never be a better reverse flow smoker because it's too long and thin and a traditional offset is going to produce better results? If the Traditional offset is going to be better I'll just switch the stack over and remove the internal baffling. , the size of the firebox to cook chamber opening). The air inside a smoker is dynamic so it won't go stale. Gallons X 231 = volume in cubic inches. Feb 1, 2024 · I think the Blowin Smoke reverse offset smoker is the same as the HBT Smoker which I’ve been cooking for a few years now. My barrel I rolled myself from new metal it is 36" wide and 6'-0 long the side walls are flat so I am not sure if reverse flow would work properly. tank that i will be marrying together to form a reverse flow smoker. Put a reverse flow plate at 13 inches up, and 48 inches long, leaving a 12 inch opening at the end, and there is a 1/2 inch drop to the drain end for drain flow. Since my stroke, my typing is excruciating at best and I am relegated to using Jun 15, 2014 · Reverse Flow Smoker This is a very nice smoker built from a 125 gallon air compressor tank 1/4" steel fire box. Mar 28, 2018 · Hi, I'm building an 80 gallon reverse flow offset. Not trying to be contrary but let's start at the beginning Aug 29, 2012 · Hi All, I have begun my first Reverse Flow smoker build. A buddy and I built our own cooker a few years back for cooking whole hogs, but I really cant use that cooker for true bbq smoking. Lang II said when he started producing his reverse flow Lang BBQ Smokers®, "They cook so good, that one day everybody (that manufactured) would make one". About a 24" Dia. Basically the fire travels under that steel plate to the other end of the smoker then rises into the chamber and comes over the meat and the exhaust stack is on the same end as the firebox. Its construction includes the best design and the best material that lasts for a long. My measurements are only of the outside diameter at the moment. The tank is 24" diameter and approx 64" long (averaging the domed ends). This guide will teach you everything about reverse flow smokers. im having a bit of trouble with Dave O's formula. Well built, heavy. g the volume of air per second exhausted. 5 mm heavy-duty black cold rolled steel construction Aug 30, 2010 · The blue is the reverse flow plate, the green is the top of the firebox inside the smoke chamber and the red is a baffle to hopefully reduce the green and first 18" of the reverse flow plate from getting hammered by the heat Sep 30, 2021 · Plus, we'll give you important tips and reminders when buying a reverse flow smoker. I just don;t know if its worth the trouble. I am also trying to do this for next Jan 24, 2023 · Howdy SMF Brothers and Sisters! I started a RF patio smoker build several months agoand kept meaning to start a build thread here. 004 = FB/CC opening in square Nov 15, 2014 · I just wanna say that I just bought a standard offset smoker for cheap and after using it once and seeing the 30-50 degree temp difference across the CC I desired to go to reverse flow. My plan is to use a 55 gallon drum laying on it's side and build around it. 7854 X Length = Volume in cubic inches / 231 = Volume in gallons Volume in cubic inches X 0. 1 Apr 8, 2019 · Need some assistance with FB/CC throat measurements of a Center Feed Reverse Flow Smoker design that I’m busy with. MES Reverse Flow Design - Forum Feedback Wanted But before we delve into the world of smokers, here's an exclusive treat for you – use code FRESHSTART22 for a generous 50% off your initial purchase of our smoker plans. Use the Inside Diameter of the tank All smoker calculations are based on the volume of the Cook Chamber. I ordered this smoker constructed of 1/4 inch steel instead of the stainless steel offered on the Lang website. s a rectangular vertical is what im planning to build (cabinet type) Apr 30, 2008 · I have decided on my design for my brick/rock smoker. Sometimes the tag, in gallons, reflects a 20% air space for expansion. Question. Oct 9, 2017 · Some of the links on this forum allow SMF, at no cost to you, to earn a small commission when you click through and make a purchase. Oct 3, 2020 · Here is a quick look at the best reverse flow smokers: Texas Original Pits Luling Offset Smoker; Oklahoma Joe’s Highland Reverse Flow Smoker; Oklahoma Joe’s Longhorn Reverse Flow Smoker; Dyna-Glo Signature Series Heavy Duty Reverse Flow Smoker; Backwoods Chubby 3400 Charcoal Smoker; Char-Griller E1224 Smoker; Char-Griller E1224 Smoker Jul 6, 2012 · if a smoker can keep heat,recovery well, have even heat across the cooking chamber and a good air flow the pitmaster will be happy. the tag on the propane tank reads 124 gallon water capacity. 14in (dia) x 41in (L) = 36. Apr 21, 2014 · The smoker pulled like a dream going 75mph all the way from GA to MN, and the only way I knew it was back there was when I looked in the mirror. Been reading literally all day today. this is a quick review of the Oklahoma Joe Highland reverse flow smoker after my first big smoke. I traced the fire box to smoke box Oct 18, 2019 · Hi, I've been reading but I can't find a clear answer. Added to that, I've seen a lot of folks use 1" ball valves as inlets to their reverse flow smokers, and I have more inlet damper area than that. Aug 21, 2013 · hi everyone, Just wondering if I can get some advice on water pans. Dec 31, 2012 · The green box on the front is going to be a rotisserie cooker with five revolving racks. This is a great Forum! I picked up a used 250 gal compressor tank yesterday and I am planning on building a reverse flow smoker with the side fire box! I will repost with the dimensions of the Aug 17, 2010 · This is what makes the Backwoods a vertical reverse flow. 004 22. 31gal and the FB is 18. I didnt set out to buy a reverse flow. Jun 30, 2014 · Especially in a reverse flow, the key to even temperatures and nice tasting THIN BLUE smoke is good flow. 004 = 108. Oct 16, 2015 · I have built a bunch of vertical smokers and pretty much all of them are reverse flow. In other words, the heat/smoke comes out of the fire box and makes a beeline up to the top of the cook chamber and out the chimney. I plan to do the build with my father. Today I bought one second hand in a mission to make one! Does anyone have any recommendations or experience in turning one of them into a smoker? It's squarish with a lot of volume inside. 68gal. Mar 18, 2009 · Lang BBQ Smokers® 12300 US Highway 82 West, PO Box 547 Nahunta, GA 31553 Phone: 1-800-462-4629 or 912-462-6146 Contact us Large 1,060 sq. 644 Exhaust stack volume above cooking chamber 0. If and when I build another, it will be either a larger RF or a vertical cabinet or vault style smoker. And I like reverse flow. I am starting a build that consists of a 50 gal. I am fairly new to smoking but I love smoked food and want to build a smoker out of this 60 gallon air tank I bought a while back. Started an octagonal reverse build today. Oct 9, 2017 · Calculations for a standard design, reverse flow smoker. Not simply the volume. Feb 15, 2020 · Good Day, I finally got my hands on the actually propane tank and trailer i needed for this build. Please excuse minimal grammatical and punctuation snafus. Nov 17, 2014 · What we have determined about the fire box on a smoker is. 004 = FB/CC opening in square Jun 24, 2022 · Anyone know of fix for "firebox" sag for Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn Reverse Flow Smoker? I wrote email to BBQ SMOKER MODS giving my suggestion for "reinforcing" plate that could be inserted inside smoker end towards firebox heavier gauge than smoker and firebox. Added pic My first reverse Aug 15, 2014 · Very 1st cook on my Shirley Fabrication reverse flow, offset stick burner. How much space May 3, 2017 · Here are a few pics of my project . custompits. I was looking for quality and good flow. The CC dimensions are 16. Jun 8, 2015 · Just recently joined the forum, but have already gotten some great info! On Memorial Day weekend, I bought an Oklahoma Joe's Highland smoker for $250. The firebox 1x3x2 and the cook chamber is a little less that 3x3x2. Feb 11, 2015 · Calculations for a standard design, reverse flow smoker. My smoker is 36" wide x 30" deep and the main body is 60" tall. Is it important to go 1/4" thick for the cook chamber, flow Nov 18, 2019 · Smoke up with the Titan Great Outdoors Reverse Flow Vertical Smoker, and experience unbeatable quality at your outdoor events! www. Aug 17, 2023 · A general rule is the thicker the steel the easier they are to manage, I also believe a reverse flow is a little easier as well. when i figure CC volume i get 30,361. I think I covered all the critical measurements that I got using the calculator for you to double check. One is a forklift propane tank and the other is a air compressor tank. After looking through the forumn for countless hours Dec 6, 2021 · Ok, so this isn't really about a smoker build, but more so about a mod trying to fix a couple issues with an existing reverse flow offset smoker. outside diameter of 24 and overall length of 70. I would love any input on tuning plates vs reverse flow for more even cooking. Gotta keep the critters out. I would still appreciate if I could get anyone with reverse flow smokers to give me outlet damper dimensions. will stainless work as well as carbon steel for a smoker? Nov 15, 2014 · Calculations for a standard design, reverse flow smoker. Simply putting a hole in a diffuser plate opposite the fire doesn't make the cooker a reverse flow. I am using a 125-Gallon propane tank. I will post pictures and keep everyone updated through the entire build as I have found that helpful from others while designing my smoker. Located in New London, MO Jan 9, 2012 · I have yet to find anything on his site about a reverse flow build though. I bought the A1 model. ) Then, put a drain pipe at the bottom end of the water pan that exits the bottom of the smoker. On my smoker, I have a 2" stainless ball valve which is open during cooking and not otherwise. I did a trial run just to see how off the temps were, and they were pretty bad. I spend a lot of time going back thru all the old thread looking at the builds I figured I would start collecting the links and make it easier for everyone else to see them Sep 18, 2019 · REVERSE FLOW TECHNOLOGY: Cook meats like never before, keeping them moist and tender while locking in huge flavor, with the reverse flow smoking system offered by our Vertical Smoker. how can the CC be Jan 6, 2011 · These are just my thoughts, but if I were to build a reverse flow smoker I would install a pipe burner in the cooking chamber to keep temps constant, if needed, or if I needed to bring the cooking chamber up to smoking temps quickly, say just after loading it to the gills and use my firebox for my primary heat source and smoke flavor. com they have a dedicated reverse flow build forum. I have build my own horizontal reverse flow and i have learned they must be proportional(CC, firebox and SS). Let's begin! Top 4 Picks For Reverse Flow Smokers Without further ado, let’s check our top-rated favorites! 1. Our tuning plates are removable, making cleaning a breeze. I've been looking for a used reverse flow smoker for over a year. There are other issues with the calculator because all opening areas are calculated using the firebox size rather than the cook chamber size. I've been researching this forum and have received a lot of great info from reading previous posts. Originator of the Reverse Flow Method. All without adding oxygen to the fuel and increasing the heat May 8, 2012 · Wild Bill, if you are set against vertical style smokers, then I would suggest going with the reverse flow smoker. Two side plates lean down towards an angle iron grease trench that slopes down 1. steel. Yikes. jpeg Aug 29, 2010 · I'm new to this forum and I was wondering if there is any place I can find detailed plans for building a reverse flow smoker. Nov 5, 2009 · Ok. Jun 8, 2015 · Hello to everyone. Reverse Flow Smokers: Consistent Excellence Made Simple Reverse Flow Smokers are renowned for maintaining an even cooking temperature, requiring minimal intervention from Sep 3, 2013 · Hello Everyone. Oct 8, 2023 · Some of you have followed the build thread for this smoker - a 24x46 Reverse Flow offset patio smoker. Jul 11, 2020 · Hi members, I'm the new guy here from Waco, Tx. They are a great device to make flavored smoked food. 55" cube for the fire box. Feldon's recommends 2277. 5" over 50" and then empties into a 2" grease drain pipe. Use the Inside Diameter of the tank Diameter X Diameter X 0. noqif fpdrdt qkdma tikaav ealoi ccpjuj eoyrdez mjcpjg lvzux gdplgji