Hi Everyone!
I am excited join this group. I am a novice smoker, but love the smells, tinkering, but most of all...playing with fire!
I recently got a cheap price on a cheap smoker (Brinkmann 2-door vertical) and know I will soon upgrade. Gotta start somewhere I suppose. I already put too much money into it with mods trying to maintain a decent temp. Right now I am trying to figure out how to build/jury rig a side firebox so I can build real fires. If anyone runs across a decent rig for around $300 let me know.
I live in Scottsdale AZ, have 4 kids (2 at ASU), teach math and science (chemistry & environmental) for University of Phoenix, and enjoy BBQ. My wife maintains control of the gas grill, and that is ok with me. I want to build my abilities to the point where I make those lip smacking ribs and even smoke some jerky and cheese.
I look forward to learning from you all, and attending some events.