My New UDS Ugly Drum Smoker Build Adjustable Racks, BCF, Mess Pan, Magnetic Covers - DIY Smoker Tips

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  • @mitchrhodes9870
    @mitchrhodes9870 3 роки тому +17

    I build the smoker exactly as you described. It works great!. Smoking a few racks of ribs as I write this reply. One small suggestion, I attached magnets to wine bottle corks with 1" drywall screws. Thank you for taking the time to make the video.

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому +7

      The magnets and cork idea is a good one!
      Cork holds up great in both wet and high heat situations, so it is an excellent choice. I'm glad you found the video helpful and congratulations on a successful UDS build.
      I'm going to pin your comment to the top of the list so others may see it.
      The magnets and wine cork idea is a lot more viable DIY option than what I showed for most people.
      Thanks for the tip, I'm sure a lot of people will be able to make use of it 👍

  • @WildChinoise
    @WildChinoise 2 роки тому +2

    It's a beautiful build. Simple AF! Gratz

  • @danielperry3008
    @danielperry3008 2 роки тому

    Water heater pan is great idea,the fuel lit like that should give a long even burn,thank you 😎🇺🇲

  • @MikeFLHT
    @MikeFLHT 3 роки тому +1

    I decided to build an ugly drum smoker like the one I built on my own with no plans about 30 years ago. Found your video and I have to say I love it! Thanks for shooting the video and uploading it here.

  • @24kachina
    @24kachina 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this excellent video! Wish that I would have seen it sooner - I just finished yesterday building my first UDS in a 34 " H by 23 " barrel, i did it Pit Barrel Cooker style with two 1/2 " pieces of rebar above the grate location if i want to hang ribs or chicken. But that trash can firebox is a simple and great design. Thanks!

  • @paulraby7034
    @paulraby7034 Рік тому

    I appreciate you sharing your new build.. I wish I’d seen it before I butchered my drum with the cutoff wheel.. but I’ll make it do.. very simple! Good job.. thanks!

  • @clintonmurakami3753
    @clintonmurakami3753 2 роки тому

    I'm in the process of building my uds and I wanted to say thank you for this video, its a big help!!!

  • @BK33REVIEWS
    @BK33REVIEWS Рік тому

    I got most of my ideas from your build much appreciated

  • @andrewallason4530
    @andrewallason4530 Рік тому

    When lighting briquettes, I always make a tube from TP or paper towel inner rolls, and stack the briquettes around it in the basket. Then I place the lighter fuel ( I use gel rather than the solid types now) on the base, then sit the briquette basket over the flame, which will ‘chimney’ up the core of the burner. Works really well, and is so much faster.

  • @johnnyk4551
    @johnnyk4551 Рік тому +1

    Great video. Very well thought out..I’m in the process of building one myself - glad I ran across your content. 👍

  • @jeffstokes6561
    @jeffstokes6561 2 роки тому

    Genius my man

  • @JomikJomikJomik
    @JomikJomikJomik 2 роки тому

    Love your design and paint job!

  • @TheFlamingPiano
    @TheFlamingPiano 3 роки тому

    Looks like a nice improves DIY item, great for outdoors and also making me hungry! Also can't believe we've been at it for 3 years

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      Right?!? Every time I watch one of your videos, your subscriber count keeps jumping up! That is so awesome and congratulations on the growth of your channel. VERY impressive!!!

    • @TheFlamingPiano
      @TheFlamingPiano 3 роки тому

      @@TheFishingHobby Thanks a lot! Lucky that some of my videos blew up

  • @whayes1282
    @whayes1282 2 роки тому +1

    I've built a few UDS smokers myself. I've based mine off the pit barrel design. I see one thing that is a possible safety hazard with your design. If that trash can you're using is galvanized it can make you sick. The chemicals used in the galvanization process melt at a low temperature and they can Leach into your food. So be careful what materials you use. Sound idea though. I use my UDS for both smoking and grilling. The Webber kettle attachments fit it quite well so it's my rotisserie and kabob machine. Very versatile. Love mine.

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  2 роки тому

      The trashcan wasn't galvanized and the paint was burned off it. The wire handle on the trashcan was galvanized, but I burned the galvanized coating off of it before it was used for cooking. It isn't hard to remove zinc used for galvanized coatings with acid or by burning it off (upwind of course). Hard to beat a UDS in my book 👍

    • @whayes1282
      @whayes1282 2 роки тому

      @@TheFishingHobby I use to do a lot of welding for work and I have had the unpleasant task of welding on galvanized metal. It's not fun and the fumes are nasty.

  • @Mr91caprice
    @Mr91caprice Рік тому

    Man that looks nice great Ideas I'm going to be using.. what I did for my lid is I flipped the barrel upside down cut the bottom out and used a 22" Weber lid fits perfect

  • @carlosratliff850
    @carlosratliff850 Місяць тому

    great build

  • @YourNextCast
    @YourNextCast 4 роки тому +1

    Wow man that is amazing. Looks incredible. If I had not seen what you started with, I would not have believed the transformation.

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 роки тому

      Thanks! They are really easy to use, highly recommended!

  • @dannotdanny
    @dannotdanny 3 роки тому

    Awesome explanation. Much appreciated, and the end result looks great!

  • @thegourmetgalley260
    @thegourmetgalley260 2 роки тому

    Awesome video, thanks I picked up some good ideas👍🏻

  • @michaeljackson7361
    @michaeljackson7361 2 роки тому

    Cool bro. Thanks.

  • @rickmencell7870
    @rickmencell7870 4 роки тому +1

    That is a real beauty it’s on my bucket list the charcoal basket is an awesome design also all you have to do is put some tinfoil under that and you wouldn’t even have to pull out your pan to clean it.Thanks for sharing and as always great video!!

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you! That basket is a great design. So simple and does a great job 👍

  • @johnwatz4955
    @johnwatz4955 3 роки тому

    I like the idea w the water heater pan in the bottom and the caster rack under your barrel, hadn’t seen that idea yet & I like it, fewer holes or less welding. Very helpful video. Great job!

  • @DinastyRodCustomDRC
    @DinastyRodCustomDRC 3 роки тому

    wow really creative use of used goods to be. very cute stove

  • @subshooting8414
    @subshooting8414 3 роки тому

    Amazing video thanks for sharing it.

  • @marvinhall471
    @marvinhall471 3 роки тому

    Great job sir! Thought you did an outstanding job!

  • @joeking4037
    @joeking4037 3 роки тому

    Great build. Will definitely use your plan and ideas. Thanks

  • @dgblac0
    @dgblac0 Рік тому

    Great video really enjoyed it

  • @gabrielmelero5990
    @gabrielmelero5990 11 місяців тому

    Nice job on the UDS! Doe good advice! Thanks

  • @vvalasek
    @vvalasek 3 роки тому

    looks really clean - nice job

  • @BigLewBBQ
    @BigLewBBQ 3 роки тому

    I love it! Great UDS build. I plan to update a basket in one of my drums soon with a UDS.

  • @MrPerforations
    @MrPerforations 4 роки тому

    Happy Thanks giving!!!!

  • @STOK5OH
    @STOK5OH 3 роки тому

    I use Neodymium magnets and beer can cut outs to cover my supplemental intakes and a PID controller to maintain the temp. The magnets are good up to 450 F, they lose their magnetism after anything hotter, rarely do I run over 400 anyway. The beer can metal gives the barrel some personality and it works slick.

  • @billytripp4849
    @billytripp4849 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video! You guys have an awesome blessed Thanksgiving

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you and happy Thanksgiving to you and your family as well!

  • @bradmetcalf7832
    @bradmetcalf7832 3 роки тому +1

    I really like your build and am going to steal everything that ain't nailed down for my build. Could you past the nomenclature for the trash can you found on amazon as far as size? Why do you think the magnets are a better air control vs ball valves or simple draft shutters? Thanks for making the video!

  • @gregbishop610
    @gregbishop610 3 роки тому

    Awesome

  • @spencerbass7142
    @spencerbass7142 4 роки тому

    Cooking and fishing, two great things. Have you ever spatchcocked your chicken? It is the only way I cook them.

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 роки тому

      I just throw the whole thing in there. Easy peasy 😁

  • @CasksnQue
    @CasksnQue 2 роки тому

    Whoa. This just popped up!

  • @johncoyote6755
    @johncoyote6755 4 роки тому

    Very cool. I wanna make one of those one day. That chicken looked great man!

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! I highly recommend a drum smoker. Easy to use and produces awesome flavor too!

  • @CasksnQue
    @CasksnQue 2 роки тому

    Whoa. I googled BCF build and look who showed up

  • @AbsoluteAnatolii
    @AbsoluteAnatolii 6 місяців тому

    Good day! I used the old washing machine drum for charcoal, and it's work great, it has good ventilation, a lot of holes, and its from stainless steel. Please tell me about your vertical guides with clamps its reeeeeealy great idea, where did you get it, and how to find it?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  6 місяців тому +1

      At about 7:30 of the video I talk about those and here are the links to products that are similar: www.lowes.com/pd/Style-Selections-72-in-White-Pilaster-Strip/3006365
      www.lowes.com/pd/Style-Selections-0-77-in-White-Shelf-Pins/3006364

    • @AbsoluteAnatolii
      @AbsoluteAnatolii 6 місяців тому

      @@TheFishingHobby Thanks a lot!

  • @TruckTaxiMoveIt
    @TruckTaxiMoveIt 2 місяці тому

    Chicken looks good too

  • @ramoutdoors6415
    @ramoutdoors6415 2 роки тому

    Nice build Kevin!! Where the hell have you been? Miss ur vids man....Thumbs up!
    Richard from Kansas;)

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you sir. I'll be back to making videos soon. I've been really busy trying to teach myself CAD and about 3d printing. I will have a new rod wrapping jig coming out soon 👍

  • @eaglehaslanded
    @eaglehaslanded 3 роки тому

    Very well done, thank you. May I copy design

  • @indylive4926
    @indylive4926 2 роки тому

    great video! what size pan is that at the bottom of the UDS and where do you get the hay bail hook from?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  2 роки тому

      You can find hay bail hooks on Amazon, but I bought mine at a local flea market. The water heater pan is a 22" one.

  • @LUCKYB.
    @LUCKYB. Рік тому +1

    Oil your meat and chicken turkey. Use olive oil then use spices that will help your meat not stick.

  • @davegilbertson
    @davegilbertson 3 роки тому

    great build. would a slightly elevated lid above the smoke basket help control drippings going into fire, flare ups and divert direct heat?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      I've used this one several times now with no issues using the flat lid. My first UDS did use a domed lid. The domed lid has an advantage when it comes to shedding rain water, I'll say that. The flat lid seems to run a little hotter, probably due to the decreased head space. Can't say I've had any issues with dripping though. I do wipe the lid down between cooks just in case.

  • @kevinbongard6772
    @kevinbongard6772 3 роки тому

    Great build.....
    What are the dimensions of the aluminum water pan, & is it stout enough to withstand the temps of the charcoal basket sitting on it

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      It is very thin, but doesn't get hot enough to damage it. It is about 20" wide at the top.

  • @jimknapp2641
    @jimknapp2641 3 роки тому

    This is a very helpful video. Where did you find the grate that goes in the trash can to hold the charcoal? What is the diameter of it?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      It was either 10.5 or 10.25 inches in diameter. I ordered it on Amazon.

  • @charlesmorris5122
    @charlesmorris5122 3 роки тому +1

    What fasteners did you use for the shelving rails?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      Small machine screws, washers, lock washers and nuts. I don't remember what size they were but the were very small in diameter.

  • @kkbubar
    @kkbubar 8 місяців тому

    March: Munchie Dogs
    4 beef dogs of your choice
    1 can of beer (whatever crap your buddy brought and no one will drink)
    1/4 tsp garlic powder
    1/4 tsp onion power
    1/4 tsp cumin powder
    1/4 tsp chipolie powder
    1 tsp seasoning salt
    Grind pepper to taste
    1 tsp Worcestershire
    10" flour tortillas
    Cheese wiz
    Buffalo sauce (Franks)
    Combin beer, dogs and seasoning in a pan and bring to a boil
    Preheat grill and flattop.
    When dogs start to raise if the bottom remove and place on the grill
    While those are cooking add some cheese wiz to the center of the tortillas.
    When the dogs are about ready to come off the grill, warm tortillas up on the flattop.
    Assemble by placing a dog on each tortilla add Buffalo sauce to taste. Roll like a burreto and enjoy.
    These are great with mock rootbeer floats.
    12 Oz roobeer
    2 Oz heavy cream
    Combine in a chilled mug and mix. ( root beer in first to avoid a overflow)
    Of course just a cold beer works well

  • @indylive4926
    @indylive4926 3 роки тому

    great video. Did you weld or bolt the adjustable brackets in?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      Bolted in with machine screws, washers, lock washers and nuts.

  • @robertbaker1250
    @robertbaker1250 2 роки тому

    loved the video as I am in the process of building one myself. wanted to ask since this is just over a year old. have you run into anything you wish you had done different or would have liked to add or not do?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  2 роки тому +1

      I wouldn't have done anything differently. It works perfectly. I had a good idea of what I wanted from using my first UDS for so many years. I incorporated the all the things I wish I had done on my original UDS into this one and everything worked just as well as I had hoped for. Good luck with your build!

  • @elinino5275
    @elinino5275 3 роки тому

    The genuine Joe trash can is 100 bucks! 😳Must work really well! Is it 6 gallons?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому +1

      Haha, you can find them a lot cheaper. Just Google Genuine Joe 6 gallon fire safe trash can.

    • @elinino5275
      @elinino5275 3 роки тому

      @@TheFishingHobby thanks man👍

  • @gerardogarciafranco3148
    @gerardogarciafranco3148 Рік тому

    can you tell me where can I get the adjusable racks and accesories? Thanks in advance

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  Рік тому

      I think it is in the video, but Lowe’s is where I bought everything if I remember correctly.

  • @casualcarolinafishing5835
    @casualcarolinafishing5835 4 роки тому

    Hopefully this one will last you 40 years! Looks like a real solid build with some cool features. Happy Thanksgiving!🦃

  • @jamesjustice464
    @jamesjustice464 3 роки тому

    How well does the ash bucket work when hanging meat? How, if you do, do you hàng meat?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому +1

      I don't hang meat personally. I use rib racks instead for horizontal stacking. It doesn't make sense to me to hang meat in a UDS because the heat source is at the bottom so whatever is closer to that heat source will cook faster than what is further above it. A few inches stacked horizontal far away from the heat source is one thing but hanging meat like a rack of ribs would be a foot or more long and that is a big difference. Plus I like my ribs fall off the bone soft (personal preference) which wouldn't work too well for hanging anyway.

  • @mikecompton6401
    @mikecompton6401 5 місяців тому

    How did you cover the hole where your temperature probe was?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 місяці тому

      I see in your other post that you found that part of the video 👍

  • @timwilt8755
    @timwilt8755 3 роки тому

    How did you attached the pilasters for the racks?

  • @johnupchurch7685
    @johnupchurch7685 2 роки тому

    Do you add any water or juice for moisture?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  2 роки тому

      No, the drum smokers don't dry food out. I'm not sure of the science behind why that is, but I've never had anything come off the smoker that was dried out. Poultry tends get get dried out easier than most meats because it is low in fat, but the drum smokers do an excellent job with poultry and birds always come out juicy.

  • @patrickmcgee4698
    @patrickmcgee4698 Рік тому

    So what are the measurements on the charcoal basket

  • @ninoechavez1402
    @ninoechavez1402 2 роки тому

    Nice build man. Did your drum come with that lid or did you have to cut it? Lid Looks so neat.

  • @kevinfoley6063
    @kevinfoley6063 3 роки тому

    Genuine joe bcf

  • @concernedcitizen7888
    @concernedcitizen7888 4 роки тому

    Great job on smoker. Appreciated your detailed perspective.
    1. First time I've ever seen the water heater pan - great idea.
    2. From my experience, Increasing the height of smoke stack will increase the air flow / temps vs having to do a lot of intakes.
    3. Question. Do you have any issues with the grate falling down? I tried using the pilaster clips using 3 strips instead of 4 (that's all I need when I use bolts). It fell easily.
    4. Do you know if the pilaster clips come longer than 5/8 inches?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 роки тому +1

      I don't have any issues with my grate falling with the four strips. Some drums are wider than others though. You can always put a stack of washers behind the strips as spacers if needed to move them in closer. I'm not aware of any clips in longer lengths.
      The water heater pan really works well. I'd definitely recommend it!

    • @concernedcitizen7888
      @concernedcitizen7888 3 роки тому

      @@TheFishingHobby Thanks. The washers is exactly what i thought of last night as well. Going to try that. Hopefully it will work out ok. Thanks again

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому +1

      Good luck with it 👍

  • @MelvinJacobs-jt3kq
    @MelvinJacobs-jt3kq Рік тому

    Want to know about your wheel setup for your drum

  • @mooresmoke3543
    @mooresmoke3543 3 роки тому

    With that basket how many hours can you get without having to add charcoal? This was an awesome video, I'm wanting to build 3 for competition use. Thanks for the advice.

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому +1

      I ran mine for 15 hours straight between 225-250°F and barely had any charcoal briquettes left. I never opened the lid after I put my meat in. Anytime you open the lid, you decease the runtime because it lets a lot of fresh air in that makes it burn hotter for a few minutes.

    • @mooresmoke3543
      @mooresmoke3543 3 роки тому

      @@TheFishingHobby I was reading if that before you open the lid you should close your vents off almost entirely before you open the lid and you won't have the huge spikes in temp and make the charcoal last longer

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому +1

      It may help some, but if you open the lid it will fill the entire drum with air so you have to at least burn off that 55gal volume off first. I just put my temperature probe in the meat as I put it in and don't open it until I reach the internal temperature I'm looking for.

  • @Anteater23
    @Anteater23 3 роки тому

    What about indirect heat for low and slow?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      A UDS is indirect heat and will hold 220's for hours with no problem. The reason it is indirect is because of how far the meat is from the heat source. It works more like an oven than a grill. Set your temperature by adjusting the air intake and just monitor the UDS temperature and the internal temperature of your food.

  • @mrmicrofone
    @mrmicrofone 3 роки тому

    Hi, I have built a drum smoker and I really need some help, I have 3 x 3/4 inch air inlets on bottom and 2 round adjustable vents In the lid. I am struggling with keeping temperature and I find it dropping off often. My air vents are 2 inches from the bottom and then my fire basket sits about 1-1.5 inches above that.
    Any suggestions on what could cause this? Is my basket too low and causing lack of air flow?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      The biggest problem is usually air control or a basket that gets choked out with excess ashes. Once I put my meat in, I don't open the lid until I hit my desired internal temperature. Large volume of air (55gallons) comes in everytime the lid is opened causing temp spikes. Ash choke is from a basket that blocks too much ash from falling through away from the burning coals. Too little air coming in or not enough exhaust can cause low temps. Hope that helps!

  • @vvalasek
    @vvalasek 3 роки тому

    what did you use for the bucket handle on the charcoal can?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      It was just some heavy galvanized wire I bought at one of the home improvement stores for something else a while back. I burned all the galvanizing off with a torch before I used it on the bucket. I didn't show it on the video, but I ended up putting a similar handle on the big aluminum water heater drain pan I use in the bottom of the smoker. It was just some really thick uninsulated copper wire you can find in the electrical section of home improvement stores. It is much more flimsy, but the water heater pan is very light weight. I think I'd stick with steel wire for the charcoal basket.

  • @airwolf61970
    @airwolf61970 Рік тому

    Could you leave the part numbers or where you got the d c f engines at

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  Рік тому +1

      There is no part number, I made the BCF out of a steel trash can.

  • @billytripp4849
    @billytripp4849 4 роки тому

    Have you ever seen the need to add a water pan for moisture?

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  4 роки тому +1

      No, I don't use water or a heat deflector either. It's really like a coal/wood fired oven. You have so much control over the heat it is ridiculous! If you pull at the right temperature, nothing ever gets dried out. In fact, it seems to keep meats especially moist, moreso than a regular oven.

  • @elinino5275
    @elinino5275 3 роки тому

    How do you install the the hanger strips?

  • @thejim3501
    @thejim3501 3 роки тому

    Smoke you some jalapenos. Just put them in the grill at about 250 degrees for about 3 or 4 hours, heavy smoke. Then clean them up. The heat goes into the peppers. Cut them up and use them in beans or cornbread. ☺

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      I've smoked Jalapeno poppers filled with cream cheese and some filled with cheddar cheese. They are awesome 👍

  • @davidv8229
    @davidv8229 2 роки тому

    How many inches is the grate inside the trash can

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  2 роки тому +1

      10.25"
      This is the exact one I use: a.co/d/6vwAGZr

    • @davidv8229
      @davidv8229 2 роки тому

      @@TheFishingHobby thank you sir

  • @mikecompton6401
    @mikecompton6401 5 місяців тому

    Should have waited till end . I seen how.

  • @danielbrewington9482
    @danielbrewington9482 3 роки тому

    What diameter is the grate in the bcf?

  • @neilthompson2871
    @neilthompson2871 3 роки тому

    Maginets loose strength from heat

    • @TheFishingHobby
      @TheFishingHobby  3 роки тому

      They do but ceramic magnets like I used on the video hold up well to high heat situations. Like I mentioned in the video, I used some on my original UDS for 10 years with no issues whatsoever.

  • @indylive4926
    @indylive4926 3 роки тому

    great video! did you bolt or weld your grate brackets in?