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Title: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on October 15, 2009, 12:57:51 pm
I just ordered a custom DP Fat 40 with chrome, propane burners, and charcoal grill mounted on the trailer from Mike. Hopefully it will be ready before the Pulte/Sun City event. I will post pics when I get her home.

Thanks for all of your help and guidance Mike.  :)

Smitty

Loot N' Booty BBQ
Title: Re: Just Ordered a Custom DP Fat 40
Post by: AzJohnnyC on October 15, 2009, 01:18:45 pm
Did you get an optional cot or hammock for Chris? Sounds cool. I'll be looking for my break-in party invitation. :)
Title: Re: Just Ordered a Custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on October 15, 2009, 01:25:47 pm
Did you get an optional cot or hammock for Chris? Sounds cool. I'll be looking for my break-in party invitation. :)

I got chris the slide out twin bed option. Hopefully the break-in party will be in Sun City.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: RudedoggAZ on October 15, 2009, 02:06:34 pm
Wow... That was the surprise you were telling me about... Now I don't even have to walk to the Que, I can just Sleepgrill.... haha!!! Congrats Smitty!!! This will be a fun new adventure getting this thing dialed in!

Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on October 15, 2009, 02:25:58 pm
Got it on order for you Smitty, Thanks for the business.  I know you will love your new Diamondplate smoker.

Hope to have it ready for you to use at Sun City so we can all see it in action.

CONGRATS!!
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on October 15, 2009, 03:19:45 pm
Wow... That was the surprise you were telling me about... Now I don't even have to walk to the Que, I can just Sleepgrill.... haha!!! Congrats Smitty!!! This will be a fun new adventure getting this thing dialed in!



No - the surprise is you driving out to San Angelo, TX with me to go pick it up!!  ;D
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: RudedoggAZ on October 15, 2009, 03:21:12 pm
You betcha... Don't count on me driving any though, I'll be drunk and sleeping!
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: azkitch on October 15, 2009, 05:26:04 pm
Congrats on the new toy, Smitty. I used to live in Abilene, so I can fill you in on all the hot spots. Here's the list.





Hope that helps. Welcome to West Texas. Where Country/Whinin' is king. BYOB.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: force on October 20, 2009, 09:29:51 pm
Congrats.. you will love it.......
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on October 22, 2009, 04:56:50 pm
Thanks everyone. Just heard it will be ready next weekend. Chris and I will be driving out the weekend of Nov. 7th to pick her up so she will make her debut in Sun City. I'm still thinking of a name for her - any suggestions?
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: azkitch on October 22, 2009, 07:36:05 pm
Sandy. Cuz that's all it is in San Angelo or here! Congrats. Have a safe drive. I know somebody who just lost my--er his job, if you need a driver.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Cornbred on October 22, 2009, 08:02:07 pm
I'm positive y'all will have a very appropriate name by the end of that road trip! Look forward to meeting y'all at Pulte!
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: force on October 22, 2009, 08:53:20 pm
I think we should name her at the event.. after a few.....
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on October 23, 2009, 08:47:39 am
I think we should name her at the event.. after a few.....

That's a good idea - as long as her name isn't Baron Von Jager!  :D
Title: Re: Just Ordered a Custom DP FAT 40
Post by: AzJohnnyC on October 23, 2009, 08:54:41 am
Yes! Baroness Von Jager. Or, VJ for short.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: toys4dlr on October 23, 2009, 02:01:11 pm
How about 401k or college fund.  Cause that is where the vast amount of money will be going now??
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: RudedoggAZ on October 23, 2009, 02:59:49 pm
How about 401k or college fund.  Cause that is where the vast amount of money will be going now??

I think the prize money from Pulte will just about cover it...  ::) Oh yeah!!!
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 06, 2009, 09:10:45 am
She is ready. Chris and I are on our way to San Angelo to go pick her up after work today!!  ;D
Wish us luck and we will see you all next weekend in Sun City for her debut. Mike I need some pointers on how to season her. I had a 1/2 cord of wood delivered to my house yesterday from Berry Brothers. 1/4 cord pecan and 1/4 cord apple so I GOT WOOD!!  ;) What else do I need (Pam, olive oil, lump charcoal,etc.)??

Thanks,

Smitty
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Crash on November 06, 2009, 09:13:10 am
What else do I need (Pam, olive oil, lump charcoal,etc.)??

Thanks,

Smitty

A practice cook on your DP.  You dont want to try to learn how to cook on a new cooker at a comp.
Nothing at all, looks like you're all set.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 06, 2009, 09:17:30 am

Nothing at all, looks like you're all set.

Thanks for the advice Crash - I knew you were a stand up guy!  :-\

Yes I will be doing a practice cook before the comp. probably on Wednesday (Veterans Day).
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP FAT 40
Post by: AzJohnnyC on November 06, 2009, 09:41:20 am
What time should we be over on Wednesday?
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on November 06, 2009, 10:35:15 am
Really, what time should we be over?

I would suggest you get a brand new Weed Sprayer.

Then get some Peanut Oil, a large Jar.

Spray the inside & the grates lightly with the oil.

I would start with some regular Charcoal, just a bit, get the temp to about 200 or so, leave it there for about half an hour, then throw on some lump and wood and get it up to 350 - 400.  Leave it there for about an hour, actually, at that point, you can just let it burn out.  You should be good to go..

Call me when you are doing it, or if I can, I will try to stop by, PM me your address if you want.

Have a safe trip.  Can't wait to see it out at Pulte..  Congrats..
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 06, 2009, 10:56:49 am
Let me talk to my wife and I will see. I will PM you Mike.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: n2dabluebbq on November 06, 2009, 01:03:09 pm
call it "Tumbleweed" cause you'll be dodging those suckers all through New Mexico! hahahaha!



oh and don't forget to get some pics of it and the seasoning session. always cool to share.  ;)
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 06, 2009, 01:15:03 pm
call it "Tumbleweed" cause you'll be dodging those suckers all through New Mexico! hahahaha!



oh and don't forget to get some pics of it and the seasoning session. always cool to share.  ;)

Will do.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: squealers on November 06, 2009, 01:49:42 pm

Can we have a picture of that device??
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 06, 2009, 02:03:58 pm
I'll post some up when I get her home.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: force on November 06, 2009, 09:42:09 pm
you will love it........
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: azkitch on November 07, 2009, 01:05:15 pm
Chris has a couple pics up on FB. Twin Chrome stax, looks like more on the grill area?
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 09, 2009, 09:24:43 am
Alright - we made it back safe and alive with the smoker in tow. That is one hell of a drive. Chris and I left Phoenix @ 3:45pm Friday night and got into San Angelo, TX @ 6:30am Sat. (They are 1 hour ahead of us). Would have been there sooner but we took a detour in El Paso (long story). Ate breakfast, picked up the smoker went to Academy (Sports/BBQ store) to pick up a thermometer and headed home. Left San Angelo around 8:15am and got home around 8:00pm. Chris posted some pictures on his facebook page but I will take more this weekend @ Pulte and post them up for people to see who won't be at the next comp. She towed perfectly - barely could tell she was behind us. I seasoned her yesterday and when I was taking the lock off of the charcoal grill the weld holding the lock in place just fell right off. I need some help welding it back on.

I'm doing some practice BBQ on Wednesday so If you are in the area (Thunderbird & 60th St.) and want to throw some meat on the smoker let me know.

-Smitty
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on November 09, 2009, 10:59:10 am
Good to hear you made it back OK.  Take that over to Johnny's quick and see if he can fix that weld.  Let me know.

Hoping to get by there this week and see it.

CONGRATS!!
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: RudedoggAZ on November 09, 2009, 07:36:10 pm
Here are a couple pix that I had on my Blackberry...

(http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr220/RudedoggAZ/IMG01057.jpg)

(http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr220/RudedoggAZ/IMG01055.jpg)
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: jmcrig on November 09, 2009, 07:39:56 pm
Nice looking rig. I think you'll really enjoy it.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Crash on November 09, 2009, 07:49:07 pm
I like the chrome...looks good.  Good luck on your Wednesday practice cook.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: AzJohnnyC on November 09, 2009, 08:29:50 pm
That is freakin' sweet, Smitty!  Congratulations!  I'm jealous.  I'll get that welded up for you no problem.  Maybe I can get a second job as factory service rep for the area, huh Mike?
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: jmcrig on November 09, 2009, 08:42:27 pm
As a service rep, won't that qualify you for a demo model?
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: AzJohnnyC on November 09, 2009, 09:06:48 pm
As a service rep, won't that qualify you for a demo model?

That's what I was thinking.  At least I could work for free until I earn one!   ;)
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: n2dabluebbq on November 09, 2009, 10:38:08 pm
very sweet looking. glad you made it home safely.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on November 09, 2009, 11:45:14 pm
Sweet Looking Rig for sure.

Can't wait to see it in action.

Yea Johnny, we will have to put you on Retainer...  ;D

I imagine it was due to all that off roading they did with it on the way back.  You know how them Georgia Guys like to go Cow Tipping... LOL
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 10, 2009, 09:06:34 am
Thanks guys - she is pretty sweet. Doing a practice round tomorrow then it's show time this weekend. I look forward to seeing you all out there.

Good luck to everyone!!

-Smitty
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: KidCurry on November 10, 2009, 09:15:12 am
I'll gotta remember to stop by this weekend and check her out...after my judging duties are complete.  ;)
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: force on November 10, 2009, 10:20:16 pm
sweet...... did you get a rack for the wood?
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 16, 2009, 09:18:16 am
No - my buddy who is a welder is going to install one for me sometime soon hopefully. Under the smoke chamber.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on November 16, 2009, 09:25:54 am
Smitty, that rig looked awesome out at the event this weekend.  Wish I had more time to come over and check it out.  When I did, you were right in the middle of everything and I didn't want to disturb you. 

Post some more pictures of it up as that is one SWEET looking rig..  ;)
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: force on November 16, 2009, 09:58:22 pm
so did u love it or what
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 17, 2009, 09:02:01 am
force...yes...I...love...it...I...just...have...to...get...it...dialed...in...fully...and...I...will...be...ready...to...go... ;D
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: jmcrig on November 17, 2009, 09:09:23 am
force...yes...I...love...it...I...just...have...to...get...it...dialed...in...fully...and...I...will...be...ready...to...go... ;D

Thisn't half the fun of a new cooker learning it?
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 17, 2009, 09:24:04 am
Yes - it is half the fun. Unfortunately, the Pulte event was only the second time I have cooked on her. It went pretty good though!
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: jmcrig on November 17, 2009, 09:48:50 am
Yes - it is half the fun. Unfortunately, the Pulte event was only the second time I have cooked on her. It went pretty good though!

Just don't learn it too quickly, you'll want to move on to something else. And the next one is always more expensive.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: squealers on November 17, 2009, 10:09:29 am
 
congrats Smitty, nice rig...

just one question,
what is on the opposite of the two burners? is it a grill??
I can't see ???
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: desertdog on November 17, 2009, 10:27:48 am
force...yes...I...love...it...I...just...have...to...get...it...dialed...in...fully...and...I...will...be...ready...to...go... ;D


HAHAHA!   :D
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 17, 2009, 10:29:29 am

congrats Smitty, nice rig...

just one question,
what is on the opposite of the two burners? is it a grill??
I can't see ???

Yes - it is a charcoal grill.
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: force on November 17, 2009, 09:53:46 pm
Time to move up in size now........
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: smitty250 on November 18, 2009, 09:00:24 am
Time to move up in size now........

It's not the size of your smoker...it's the taste of your meat!!  ;)
Title: Re: Just ordered a custom DP Fat 40
Post by: force on November 18, 2009, 09:09:00 pm
ya.. but if it's big and taste good............... well...........