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gonzalesdave · #1 01-21-2012, 10:46 AM

*not sure if this is in the right place - if not, mods please move it*

Ok- Here we go with the build of the “No Name” smoker. After research on the web and primarily smokingmeatforums.com site I decided to build my smokehouse approximately 3X3X6’ out of 1” cypress lumber. Started with Cypress 1X12s and ripped them in to 5.5” strips. After this I ship lapped the planks to help fitment and sealing of the smokehouse. During this phase I also routered the edges at a 45 to give it a paneling look once assembled.

Next up was the assembly of the two side panels and the back panel. I spaced the shelves 10” apart (had no idea what spacing would work best, but decided on this as the shelves will be removeable)

Next up was the door- I took the same size planks used on the other sides and built the door with frame and 3 strap hinges. Wanting to keep the build using wood materials as much as possible, so I decided to build a wooden door latch as well. I will be adding the finishing touches to the door when I bolt it on after final fitting.

On to the top construction – I decided to make the top construction flat and have the center plank (5.5” wide piece) slide from end to end of the smoker to allow indefinite adjusting of the exhaust. (I am hoping this works well). I will be adding a gable roof soon to keep the water out.

Next up, a shelf on the exterior wall to sit the wireless thermometer on and whatever else.

I will have the flexability to use a propane heat source as well as charcoal and an amazing pellet smoker. Whew! I think that’s it….for Phase I anyways. More to come-

Dave

**Disclaimer - I am not a carpenter and have a long ways to go on the learning curve of carpentry and smoking**

jchief · #2 01-21-2012, 10:57 AM

Very nice

fishinpox · #3 01-21-2012, 11:04 AM

Well I am a carpenter and I give u tge thumbs up! Only thing I'd do diff is add a slight slope away from the building on the exterior shelf so when it rains it doesn't hold water or cause it to run inside. I will also caution you with the cypress, everyone thinks new grow back cypress has the same weather resistant qualities as old growth cypress or sinker cypress , but it does not it will act tge same as if you left a regular 2x4 out in the weather. So possibly make adjustments on any moving parts that can swell ... Allow for expansion and contraction. As far a "being in tge weather" you might just make the overhangs on tge roof a little bigger to help protect it. I like the shiplapping , do u have a router table?

eman · #4 01-21-2012, 11:48 AM

Looks good to me. Only thing i would have done different is cut the shelf holders so that they could except dowels for hanging sausage . And built it big enough to walk into.
I have plenty of hot smoking equipment .I want a smoke house to hang slab bacon and sausage for cold smoking . cold smoke for 20 -30 hrs .
Edit: Cold smoking MUST be done w/ cured meats ONLY. Curing is an exact science. please read up on curing bacon and sausage before attempting to cold smoke any product!

gonzalesdave · #5 01-21-2012, 12:19 PM

I have been reading a ton on smoking and curing eman. Each shelf will have "dowel rods" for hanging sausage or just using it as a shelf. I will post more pics as the build progresses. Of you don't mind I would like some advice before my first smoke....I'll send you a PM when I'm close to that time. Thanks

iron man · #6 01-21-2012, 12:20 PM

Looks good. My cousin Clay is thinking about tearing his down and rebuilding his

gonzalesdave · #7 01-21-2012, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by fishinpox

Well I am a carpenter and I give u tge thumbs up! Only thing I'd do diff is add a slight slope away from the building on the exterior shelf so when it rains it doesn't hold water or cause it to run inside. I will also caution you with the cypress, everyone thinks new grow back cypress has the same weather resistant qualities as old growth cypress or sinker cypress , but it does not it will act tge same as if you left a regular 2x4 out in the weather. So possibly make adjustments on any moving parts that can swell ... Allow for expansion and contraction. As far a "being in tge weather" you might just make the overhangs on tge roof a little bigger to help protect it. I like the shiplapping , do u have a router table?

I am building it at my dads and there is a router table there. Also, appreciate the heads up on the wood as it will affect my decision on roof construction (I will build it big enough to cover the shelf as well)

eman · #8 01-21-2012, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by gonzalesdave

I have been reading a ton on smoking and curing eman. Each shelf will have "dowel rods" for hanging sausage or just using it as a shelf. I will post more pics as the build progresses. Of you don't mind I would like some advice before my first smoke....I'll send you a PM when I'm close to that time. Thanks

No problem . I'm close enough to come over and help.LOL

Dink · #9 01-21-2012, 01:52 PM

You really screwed that thing up!! Ill come get it and try to make something out if it......you'll need to build yourself another one.......

shellman · #10 01-21-2012, 03:45 PM

Awsome woodworking....nice work

cduhon · #11 01-21-2012, 04:51 PM

Very nice work. Looks great. I used the coonass method. Old freezer- ripped out plastic, wrapped with sheetmetal and put a burner with cast iron pot in it. Got angle iron mounted on sides for hanging rods. Been smoking it for about 30 hours now, trying to season the metal and rods.

mcjaredsandwich · #12 01-21-2012, 05:25 PM

Thats bad a cduhon

BIGJ · #13 01-21-2012, 06:00 PM

Looks pretty good to me. Won't be long you'll have it all smoked up.

cduhon · #14 01-21-2012, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mcjaredsandwich

Thats bad a cduhon

thanks, its simple but it works. Just smoked 80# of duck sausage couple weeks ago at a buddys smoke house. Will try mine out in a week or two with more duck sausage. Hope all goes well. Got about 200# more of duck, deer, and pork in the freezer to make sausage with. Also get to play around with my new sausage stuffer that the wife got me for Christmas.