I just happened to run across one of these on FB marketplace last week so I decided to make the switch. I've been running 18" WSMs for the last 10 years or more but lately I've been wanting more room. I considered just getting a 22" WSM but I had my eye on the verticals for capacity reasons. There's actually a smoker shop here where I live that I never knew was there and they had a few of these in stock. I got this one for less than $300 so I couldn't pass it up. Looking forward to firing it up and seeing if it needs anything. I have done all the research on this site and the only thing I plan to do right away is add the bricks in the firebox and find a new fire grate of some sort. If something else stands out I'll go from there. I've been checking out YouTube for vids and mods so I have a pretty good idea of what to expect. I'm looking forward to tending a fire with wood for a change. Wish me luck!