The SmokerBuilder Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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The SmokerBuilder Podcast

Frank Cox

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Frequency: 1 episode/26d. Total Eps: 85

Frank Cox “The BBQ Pit Engineer”™️ of SmokerBuilder shares his tricks and secrets from over 14 years of building smokers Things like the technical side of designing and manufacturing smokers and grills, fire management, and cooking great BBQ! Join our private online community at: https://SmokerBuilderU.com (https://smokerbuilderu.com/) Check out SmokerPlans.net! (https://www.smokerplans.net/) Get your Smoker Build Started! Our YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/SmokerBuilder) has lots of helpful videos! Need Tools or Supplies for your build? Check out my Amazon List! (https://www.amazon.com/shop/smokerbuilder)

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🇨🇦 Canada - food
09/07/2025
#89
🇨🇦 Canada - food
08/07/2025
#66
🇨🇦 Canada - food
07/07/2025
#43
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26/05/2025
#93

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https://www.smokerplans.com/sbrf4800xl-optin-2
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https://smokerbuildermfg.com/collections/uds-drum-cooker-kits
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https://smokerbuilderu.com/
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https://www.youtube.com/c/SmokerBuilder
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https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/smokerbuilder
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https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/offsetsmoker
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https://www.patreon.com/smokerbuilder
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S7 Ep4: Finding The Sweet Spot: Smoker Efficiency VS Your BBQ Results

Season 7 · Episode 4

Saturday, August 3, 2024 • Duration 29:00

Unlock the full potential of your smoker while maintaining that rich, authentic smoke flavor with our comprehensive guide on balancing smoker efficiency. In this video, we'll dive into the critical considerations of smoker design and the trade-offs that come with pushing efficiency to its limits. We explore how to achieve optimal temperatures across the cooking chamber without sacrificing the deep, smoky flavor that your BBQ deserves.

Learn how over-emphasizing efficiency can lead to a loss of flavor and poor yield, and discover the sweet spot where performance and taste coexist. We discuss the importance of managing your fire to maintain a consistent heat with the right smoke output, revealing why some expert pitmasters favor a slightly "sloppy" fire to achieve that perfect blue smoke.

Gain insights about the ideal firebox size, airflow management, and coal bed maintenance to preserve the authentic BBQ experience. Whether you're cooking for a restaurant or a large gathering, we emphasize the crucial balance between having enough cooking capacity and not over-engineering your pit.

Avoid common pitfalls that come with over-optimizing your smoker. This video is packed with practical tips and real-world examples to ensure you achieve the best flavor, texture, and yield from your smoker without compromising on the rich, smoky taste. Don't miss out on transforming your BBQ results with our expert advice.

Join our community for more expert tips at smokerbuilderu.com and smokerplans.net.
For in-depth courses and a supportive community, visit smokerbuilderu.com.

Keep your smoke thin and blue, and happy BBQ!

🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more smoker-building advice and BBQ tips.

If you would like some help with your build or even the opportunity to take some smoker building classes go check out SmokerBuilderU.com
That's our private online community where you can join for free and post about your builds and questions! We also have several online courses you can take that show everything from design to building smokers!

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S7 Ep3: Insulating a Firebox on Your Offset Smoker: Is It Necessary?

Season 7 · Episode 3

Thursday, August 1, 2024 • Duration 09:14

Welcome to SmokerBuilder! I'm Frank Cox, The BBQ Pit Engineer. With over 14 years of experience designing and building smokers for DIY enthusiasts, backyard barbecuers, and professional pitmasters around the globe, I’m here to share my insights on insulating fireboxes.

In this video, I dive into whether insulating your firebox on an offset or reverse flow smoker is truly beneficial. Discover the impact of insulation on fire efficiency, flavor quality, and cooking style. Learn the trade-offs between conserving heat and maintaining the perfect smoke for Texas-style barbecue.

From understanding the importance of a "dirty" fire for that coveted thin blue smoke to maximizing flavor through smoke rings, I cover it all. Plus, I provide practical tips on managing your fire without insulation and share alternative solutions like using holding cabinets for extended cooking times.

Join our community for more expert tips at smokerbuilderu.com and smokerplans.net. For in-depth courses and a supportive community, visit smokerbuilderu.com.

Keep your smoke thin and blue, and happy BBQ!

🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more smoker-building advice and BBQ tips.

If you would like some help with your build or even the opportunity to take some smoker building classes go check out SmokerBuilderU.com
That's our private online community where you can join for free and post about your builds and questions! We also have several online courses you can take that show everything from design to building smokers!

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S6 Ep14: Vintage Smoker Design With Guest Dustin of Mule Skinner Smoke Rigs!

Season 6 · Episode 14

Monday, March 11, 2024 • Duration 56:23

S6 Ep13: PitMaster Secrets Podcast-The Difference Between Reverse Flow and Offset Smokers

Season 6 · Episode 13

Wednesday, March 6, 2024 • Duration 22:00

S6 Ep12: PitMaster Secrets Podcast- How to Find A Propane Tank

Season 6 · Episode 12

Monday, March 4, 2024 • Duration 09:26

S6 Ep11: PitMaster Secrets Podcast- Do you Need A Water Pan For Your Smoker

Season 6 · Episode 11

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 • Duration 13:46

S6 Ep10: Getting Started In SmokerBuilding Biz With Guest Paul From HDM Smokers!

Season 6 · Episode 10

Monday, February 26, 2024 • Duration 01:07:54

S6 Ep9: Welder Repair and Common Equipment Failures With Guest Roy Elkins Of Baker's Gas

Season 6 · Episode 9

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 • Duration 58:33

S6 Ep8: Smoker Design_ What Style Propane Tank Heads Are Best

Season 6 · Episode 8

Monday, February 19, 2024 • Duration 04:59

S6 Ep7: Smoker Design_ Are Door Leaks Bad Or Should I Fix Them

Season 6 · Episode 7

Wednesday, February 14, 2024 • Duration 19:40

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