First Cook on a Fully Modified Weber Smokey Mountain

[@JPBBQ]

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[@ericelizondo974]

Great video! Where did you get that oversized front handle? Want to replace the original one on my 22”. Thanks!

[@gc0076]

Really liking the WSM videos JP! I just picked up a used WSM 18 for less than a $100 in perfect shape, I’m going to get a few cooks on it then start modding it.

[@JPBBQ]

You are gonna have some much fun modifying it. 100 bucks for one is a good deal. Appreciate the compliment and support

[@johnbalogna803]

I just got one for 75 in really good shape. I will add the gasket kit but I'm not going crazy like 500 for a temp controller that's just off the hook if I want something that precise ill cook in my oven lol

[@markscott4059]

Where did you get that charcoal basket?

[@sharpentertainment6355]

I just bought a charcoal basket from arbor fab. I can’t wait to use it this summer. Does yours fit perfectly onto the bolts in the bottom of the smoker? I had to rotate mine a little to try and find the right way to situate it. Thanks!

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks Sharp. Appreciate you watching and asking. I think I do have to rotate mine a little so it fits balanced in side the bottom of the smoker. Thanks again for asking.

[@Michael-um5xt]

Do you still put water the pan with a bbq controller?

[@GrillSergeant]

So great! I just picked up my first WSM last week, a 18" wood handle ER code WSM and I can't wait to try her out! Cheers and thanks for this awesome video!

[@JPBBQ]

Thank you Grill Sergeant, appreciate your compliment. WSM is a very nice smoker i know you like it. Thanks again

[@joeydoesthings4955]

ER code is ‘96

[@CrabberPA]

Great series of WSM videos! Just bought a used 22 and I plan to start my mods soon. Thx!

[@juliankirby9880]

CrabberPA I have only seen a few used WSM on Craigslist this year. There are usually a few of each other type of grill posted up. Really says something about how good this particular smoker/grill is.

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks for watching and commenting CrabberPA. I had a ton of fun modifying this one. Thanks again. Sorry it took so long to reply

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks Julian, appreciate you commenting on my video

[@juliankirby9880]

J.P.BBQ yourwelcome and thank you for making the video!

[@The79woody]

I'm here because i'm torn between a WSM or a pellet smoker. You're pulling me towards the Webber now that I'm seeing how much you can trick one out. Great video!

[@MrT6bill]

You have that WSM pimped out! Looking good!

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks Bill, appreciate that.😎

[@Nutkrkr]

Love what you do. Keep it up

[@JPBBQ]

thank you

[@barbarapatton2111]

I’ve been using a Smokey mountain for 10 years and have never wrapped a butt . That’s the idea of the water pan . It keeps the butt moist. Cooking at a lower temperature also helps to keep the meat moist. The only thing I agree with is the BBQ guru control.

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks for watching Barbara and appreciate the tips.

[@johnwatz4955]

Great looking piece of meat!!! I haven’t ordered my Arbor fab basket yet but intend to. Enjoy your videos, you’ve got quite an Arsenal of equipment 👍🏼

[@JPBBQ]

Thank you John.

[@dewayneandrews642]

I like that new basket u hav for your wsm... Did u get that from Arbor Fab Company??

[@JPBBQ]

Yes I did. Very good basket made from stainless steel. If you buy from them use jpbbq for a discount.

[@dewayneandrews642]

Ok thx J.P.

[@mptemplin]

Where did you buy that charcoal basket at?

[@JPBBQ]

I believe I got that from arbor fabricators. There is a link in the description. Thanks again for watching and commenting.

[@mptemplin]

@@JPBBQ thanks! Yeah I think I'm going with that basket. Probably gonna end up spending a ton doing all my WSM mods this summer. Is the BBQ guru work pretty good for you? Basically looking for a set & forget system...

[@JPBBQ]

Yes, it is a stainless steel basket I believe. Works great. The guru also works great too. If you drill a hole instead of using the existing vent. You may want to go a little higher at least above the bottom of where the basket lays.

[@muddy_redneck4483]

what kind of charcoal basket is that

[@JPBBQ]

Its a basket from arborfab.com all stainless steel. great basket,

[@horacejones5647]

Did you put water in the pan?

[@JPBBQ]

Hey there Horace, appreciate you asking that question. For the most part on my WSM, I rarely use the water pan. I have a heat deflector in place of the water pan. Works great. Thanks again.

[@shumardi1]

I couldn't tell if you put the water pan in. In case you use the water pan, do you add boiling water or just right out of the tap?

[@JPBBQ]

Hey there Jeff, yes i put just regular tap water in the water pan. thanks again

[@larrybenoit1274]

I wrap my water pan in foil to keep it clean and add a gallon of boiling water. It helps the WSM come up to temp faster.

[@jmc0369]

Amyone know how many pork steks can fit on a 18" WSM?

[@ryanteter]

Love your passion man. Wish we were neighbors.

[@JPBBQ]

appreciate that ryanteter.

[@wfp537]

Wow that came out great JP, great job on those mods on the WSM I also have a WSM, but I don't use it that often, I think I will fire it up this weekend after watching this, I might have to order some sexy chicken soon, Thanks.

[@JPBBQ]

Thank you Warren. I appreciate your compliment and thank you for your support. Your order went out today. Again thank your for your support.

[@DadGotThis]

The Smokey mountain is something I really want to step up to. Right now I’m just on a Weber kettle.

[@JPBBQ]

I absolutely love that little machine. The best part is all of the accessories that are out in the market that can be added to it. Appreciate your comments and thanks for watching.

[@josephdavis4644]

Great vid! What is that “basket” you use for the coal / wood?

[@JPBBQ]

Hey there Joseph, appreciate you watching my video. The basket is from arbor fab arborfab.com/CharcoalAssembly18.5inWSM they specialize in stainless steel products. very good basket. Thanks again.

[@namtao15]

When you said “omg” at 10:40 I swallowed my saliva and also said “omg” 😂

[@JPBBQ]

Thank you Nam, I appreciate that very much.

[@wmbrice]

Great cook, thanks!

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks Walter, very much appreciated.

[@joeydoesthings4955]

I love my WSM so much!

[@JPBBQ]

Hey thanks for watching. I love mine too.

[@t3fLoN77]

18 or 22”? And what are the arguments or drawbacks for either? I want to add a WSM to my arsenal and based on everything I’ve cooked, bigger is better. But it seems like the pros usually pick the 18”. I have a 22” kettle and regularly run out of room on the grate.

[@joeydoesthings4955]

I have the 18”, and it can cook a lot of food, but if I could go back and give myself some advice, it would be to get the 22”. I can cook a huge pork butt on mine, and a huge turkey, but I would totally dig the extra space for full rack ribs. I do cook ribs on my WSM, but I have to cut them in half, or fold them in some way. But that is me, and you might be different. I think the 18” is awesome, and I use it constantly, but there a few times here and there that I wish I had the 22”.

[@robbycast]

Damn bro that’s a nice wsm mod.... yo where’d u get that charcoal basket? And did u drill into it for the digiQ? Man I mine looked like that. I got the 22.5 wsm.

[@JPBBQ]

thanks Robby for watching and commenting. I had fun modifying my WSM. I feel like getting the 22 so I can do it again, lol. the basket I got from either islandoutdoorllc.com they have several website. also a youtube friend of mine makes them too and they are jam up, check out his website www.thewoodshedsmokeandbbq.com and his youtube channelkzbin.info/door/TqNttYqqU3_npkEmPYXAQg thanks again.

[@thewanderers608]

Man I pulled that thing out, and it squirted....😂

[@JPBBQ]

I know that sounded so funny when I watch my self, so l left in in. lol thanks for watching

[@burn31]

I had an ex girlfriend who did the same thing.

[@sammypsycho8273]

Bro. Your JPAP is awesome. Bad ass on steaks and that sexy chicken with lime? Good God. I got an idea: "Alexa, fire up my Weber grill!"

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks little bro. The JPAP is good for sure.

[@mikedente5254]

A +

[@JPBBQ]

Thank you

[@bigamejas]

I love what you've done to your WSM. I wish I could make all the modifications you made however, I'm not as talented tools as you are plus I have mobility issues which will get in the way for sure. I love your web sight and your enthusiasm is delightful to see. Keep Doing What Your Doing.

[@JPBBQ]

Thank you James, very much appreciated.

[@BushiBato]

There you go JP, thats the best pork shoulder i've seen you do yet! You're gonna have fun thinking of different cook selections from the different grate placing and space.Great song you brought in around halfways there,one thing is the quality of the product cooked,another is the presentation of the information,your videos are never over the top nor staid and too slow,too much of that backyard lounging feel.This way it is still helping new learners for example.Hope you have been well.

[@JPBBQ]

thank you BushiBato I appreciate you watching and commenting. I try my best, gotta have fun doing this. thanks again

[@Levidanjou]

That Boston butt looks fantastic Juan! Water in the water pan or no?

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks Levi, appreciate you watching and commenting. Just water.

[@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ]

Nice mods to the WSM!

[@JPBBQ]

Thank you Tom

[@Jrf2350]

Why use a wsm when you have a lone star grill

[@JPBBQ]

Thanks for the comment Jose. Just like changing it up a little. Appreciate your support and thanks for watching

[@peachysrcandgames5824]

@6:28 😉 8:22 😂

[@GrumpusOnFire]

I'd call that one sexy butt! NONONO... don't go there...😃 HAHAHA, good cook JP!

[@JPBBQ]

Haha. to funny. its a good Grumpus appreciate your comment and thanks for watching

[@RCrudi]

It is hardly expert cooking/chef advice when you are just coating a ready-prepared joint out of plastic packing and sprinkling on someone else's flavourings? So what is your food science input to this?