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Hey guys
First ever post, have a question regarding my offset smoker. Currently using a Chargriller Competition Pro 8125 with diffuser plates from bbqsmokermods. For a typical cook I like to use hickory wood logs for the first part of the smoke, then switch over to charcoal (regular ol' kingsford) once everything is wrapped. What I have noticed is that the temperature needs almost zero regulation when using charcoal (with a basket). The wood logs require much more attention, I usually have to adjust the vents 1-2 times an hour between logs.
Another interesting observation is the temperatures on either end of the smoke chamber (I mounted 2 tel-tru's on either end at grate level) are always consistently off by ~100* when using wood (example, left side is at 225*, right side next to firebox is at 325*). When using charcoal in a basket, the temps left to right are within 25-50*.
I've been trying to wrap my head around this, as I have no explanation. I'm speculating it has something to do with the off gasses produced by wood vs charcoal when burning, but was hoping someone could help me understand whats going on here.
I also plan on trying out some lump charcoal this weekend to see what that does to the temps as well.
Thanks everyone!
First ever post, have a question regarding my offset smoker. Currently using a Chargriller Competition Pro 8125 with diffuser plates from bbqsmokermods. For a typical cook I like to use hickory wood logs for the first part of the smoke, then switch over to charcoal (regular ol' kingsford) once everything is wrapped. What I have noticed is that the temperature needs almost zero regulation when using charcoal (with a basket). The wood logs require much more attention, I usually have to adjust the vents 1-2 times an hour between logs.
Another interesting observation is the temperatures on either end of the smoke chamber (I mounted 2 tel-tru's on either end at grate level) are always consistently off by ~100* when using wood (example, left side is at 225*, right side next to firebox is at 325*). When using charcoal in a basket, the temps left to right are within 25-50*.
I've been trying to wrap my head around this, as I have no explanation. I'm speculating it has something to do with the off gasses produced by wood vs charcoal when burning, but was hoping someone could help me understand whats going on here.
I also plan on trying out some lump charcoal this weekend to see what that does to the temps as well.
Thanks everyone!