How To Build An Ugly Drum Smoker | UDS Build Kit From UDSPARTS.Com | Vertical Smoker Build

When you contact UDS parts please tell them Chef Johnny sent you. One of the great things about cooking in a UDS is knowing that you just cooked in a smoker that you built yourself. If you have never cooked on an Ugly Drum Smoker it is allot like a Pit Barrel Cooker, but larger. I have built plenty of UDS smokers in the past, but this is my favorite vertical smoker build. With this kit from udsparts.com it made the build easy and beautiful. UDSparts.com was great to work with on getting parts for my drum smoker and their UDS build kit was easy to do it your self. If you have a few handy man skills then you will to fine making this build. Please remember to like and share this video and give it a try. You will love cooking in this vertical smoker and cooking in a diy smoker is always better. Please share this barrel smoker build with your friends and family. Thanks for watching my "How To Build An Ugly Drum Smoker | UDS Build Kit From UDSPARTS.Com | Vertical Smoker Build.
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[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Here is another great how to video for building an Ugly Drum Smoker. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4qWq5iNfKd_jZI

[@DaleWetzel]

I’m glad you had John to hold your nuts. Great video I really like the build !!!!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

@@DaleWetzel lol 😂

[@aliciadavidson5005]

My husband was excited for this video!!! Thanks Chef!!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Well I hope it does not dissapoint.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Chef, that was a lot of work. I can appreciate why some of these customs go for the amount of money they are sold for. Came out very nice. Take care Chef Johnny.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks, I appreciate you watching. with parts from the hardware store I have built one in a few hours. The painting added to this one. But I really like the way this one cooks. I do have a video of how I built my other one and it does not have a kit.

[@wendellhagg3511]

Fantastic Instructional Video. Looks Awesome !! H.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks for watching. I am glad it helped out. Let me know how yours turns out.

[@RicsBBQSpecialties]

This is the absolute best instructional video I’ve seen Chef. Awesome video and hey that paint looks great. Thanks for the shoutout 😎

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Ric’s BBQ & Specialties thanks Ric. Very kind of you to say so.

[@TheHighAngler]

I watched this stoned and I ended up so confused listening to you measure. Then the line placement and fractions I was laughing so hard. Sounded like Chinese arithmetic! Outstanding build my friend. Is building more cost effective than buying one already made?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Definitely, now about is more expensive then parts from a hardware store. I did have a build on how to do that also n

[@johnwatz4955]

Excellent video Johnny!!! Thanks 🙏🏽

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks

[@michaeljackson7361]

Awesome Job, thanks a million

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@olevetsbbq3118]

Hey Johnny , That was a great video . I'm Likein the colors !!!!! Can't wait for the first cook video . BTW I"M MISSIN YOUR LIVES FEEDS .

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks for stopping by. I am looking at starting them again. I am just trying to find a time where I don’t step on others toes. That is tough since I know so many lives going on.

[@josuedepaz4282]

Now this is a tutorial!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Glad it helped

[@dwaynewladyka577]

That is very impressive. Nice! Cheers, Chef Johnny!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thank you very much! I always appreciae you watching Dwayne.

[@GreenhornBBQbeer]

I'm going to soon begin a 55 gal drum smoker myself and it occurred to me after watching this that pear burner is the perfect way (for me) to burn it out.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

The inside is hard to burn out with the pear burner. Sometimes it seems it does not get is hot when inside of the barrel. I have burnt them out the inside with wood before and may do that again next time.

[@SeaLevelSurf]

Such a great build video!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks, so glad you enjoyed it.

[@ngatiramona]

Chef, you're ( and Tom,) are our bbq dr. gadget. ❤❤❤🥰 love to family, take care and be safe.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks Mona. So glad you enjoy what I am doing.

[@the_aging_ofwgerardorodrig3860]

Am a newbie in diy tasks; and I'm a good tinker of surpluses. I would follow your drum smoker process once I collect all materials. Thanks for sharing. #the_aging_ofw🤠🇵🇭

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks for watching good luck on the build. If ya have questions just ask.

[@1320munks]

nice work Chef!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Justin Martin thanks, I am finishing another one today. This one is a Star Wars theme. Be looking for the video. Thanks for watching this one.

[@1320munks]

@@TexasStyleCuisine i cant wait for that!

[@tri-tipjunkie]

A+ Chef great instructional video. It was very helpful because I am in the process of my own UDS build right now thanks.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Fantastic, glad I could help. Send some pictures over when you get yours done.

[@tri-tipjunkie]

@@TexasStyleCuisine will do

[@butchwatts4297]

Thanks Sir; Exellent video and rundown on parts tips for UDS Build - I build from scratch but picked up some good ideas from You Sir!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Butch thanks for watching ad glad you found some tips you could use. Here is the link to my other UDS video. This is one built from sctatch. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4qWq5iNfKd_jZI

[@papalarrysbbq9857]

Hey Chef I was a great video. Very detailed. The one I just feel was all Home Depot parts. But I've been looking at those kits..

[@papalarrysbbq9857]

I really like the look of those kits... Thank you sir

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks for watching Larry. I am liking the build and I am fixing to build another one with a kit.

[@cheffrankmiller]

Great video brother - Im so excited to build mine !

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks, let me know how yours turns out. Thanks for watching.

[@cheffrankmiller]

@@TexasStyleCuisine Hey Johnny - can i use a drum that has rust inhibitor on the inside. I have an old drum that i was gonna use but after buying all of the new stuff that just don't make sense. the new ones from granger have the rust inhibitors on them... any advise would be appreciated brother!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

@@cheffrankmiller I usually get a foood grade barrel and they do have liners in them. I just burn them out first.

[@cheffrankmiller]

@@TexasStyleCuisine thank you bro

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

@@cheffrankmiller any time

[@olevetsbbq3118]

Hey Chef , When you get a change i've got a question ....... Why did you burn-off the out-side paint coating , Vice just painting over it with Hi-Temp primer and then apply a coat of Hi-Temp Paint ???? Thanks Buddy

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I was using a high temp primer, so I wanted it straight onto the metal. Probably did not need to but I thought it would help.

[@olevetsbbq3118]

@@TexasStyleCuisine Thanks Chef U - DA - MAN

[@anthonybanks1657]

Great video fixing to build me another one was not sure how far apart on my intakes can maybe you do a video on direct flow verses a reverse flow and your thoughts thanks far this helpful video

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks for watching. I built a big reverse flow years ago. They are cooking machines. I really like the way they cook.

[@alfredoeguez5408]

hey chef, this is the best tutorial Ive seen. I want to know the inches of the intakes holes and the dimensions of the fire basket... please help me with thos questions!!!!!!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

It’s all in the video. But that basket was bought 12”X12”X12”. Bottom holes are 17” off the bottom and the upper bolt holes are 26” I believe. You want at least 7” between the grate and the lid.

[@benjamincook8457]

It’s a great deal , the $340 for the kit , you can buy a drum for a mere $5 - $10.00, I’ve got 3 drums,again great deal I think,just me tho

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I have made a few now. Some from kits and some from parts I got at the hardware store. Food grade barrels are $25-35 around here. But with a run to the hat store you can make an excellent smoker for a hundred bucks. Thanks for watching

[@indylive4926]

Great video! Have to ask, whats with the doom and gloom music? Sounds like someone is about to die. Otherwise, love your videos

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Lol did not realize it was doom and gloom I will have to go back and listen to it. Thanks for watching.

[@dennisdickson6210]

Tape a magnet on the end of your tape

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I actually have some small magnets now that I use with the cloth tape measures and they work great. Thanks for watching and for the advice

[@Maitree15]

Just asking ...........how can you do that for a wheel-chair person ? ...............just asking .

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Maitree, I had a dear friend that was in a wheel chair and so I do have an idea. The hard part would be the inside bolts. I would think if you had a short stand to sit it on. Have something on it where it would not roll off. Maybe a couple of blocks of wood on each side. I think with help Al could have done it, but it would have been tough for him alone. Heck it was tough on my alone. lol Shoot me an email and I will give ya my phone number and we can talk about it sometime if ya want to. [e-mail].

[@teddysalad8227]

Hey Chef, it just struck me that your hat is the same style that Hawkshaw Hawkins wore. Where you aware of that?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I did not. I am going to go check it out. I know I have an old album of his in the house. Thanks for watching Zippy

[@LewStewls]

Great instruction! I'm following along. I have 4 wheels instead of 3. Where would you place them? Do you think the pipes will interfere with placement?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I would go on each side and front and back. Then no problems with the placement. If ya have more questions just ask. Thanks for watching

[@justinmckinney4650]

What is the length of the inlet pipes

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I actually have that one at school now so I can’t run and measure it. But I would say 26”-28”. You need it below the exhaust port.

[@davidwaskiewicz3289]

How long will a basket of coals last? Cool video 😁

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

David I had a 16 hour cook in it the other day and did not have to refill. I used Royal Oak briquettes in the bottom and Fogo Premium Lump in the top. About half and half and the brisket I cooked came out great. I still had lump and briquettes left in the basket. The brisket I showed in the video is that brisket. Thanks for watching.

[@richardharmier1814]

@@TexasStyleCuisine Great video I love your channel. I recently built one and used the lavalock 14' round charcoal basket that holds about18 pounds. It lasted over 24 hous above 225 degrees.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Richard, thanks for watching. I am thinking about getting a round basket for my next build. I have heard good reports on them.

[@jesseburgess4627]

Good detailed video. I do have a question. The wheel mounts and wheels you purchased from uds did they come with the hardware for bolting them up or did you have to purchase yourself?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

The mounts had bolts and nuts. I did buy what I needed for the wheels themselves.

[@akaimon3]

Where can one find a 55 gallon drum? Online drums must be bought in bulk ($600+ abc cost). No single purchase. Craigslist offers nothing. This hss been my stumbling block, locating a drum. I live in a small CO town and not many options. Do you have links to reliable but cost reasonable sources for 55 gallon drum? Thanks

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I get used drums. But udspart.com sell barrels. You can also look at smoker builder. Thanks for watching.

[@yote5.082]

Where can I buy the barrel alone from

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I would search barrels for sale in your local town. I get mine in San Antonio at Dave The Barrel Man. Usually a used barrel with removable lid is $25-$35. Smooth sided ones are harder to find and cost a little more.

[@Cininindy]

Doesn’t the inside of the barrel have to be lined or sealed with something?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Actually you burn out the liner in it. Them when you season it it is lined once again but with the good stuff.

[@MyMathex]

What's the diameter of the intake pipes?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

1 1/2” I believe

[@double5bbq]

What type of paint did you use?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

The red is a spay can paint from O’Reilly’s and the primer is a high heat primer. Thanks for watching.

[@user-zl3ws4qu6k]

Hi. What is the diameter of the pipes. Very nice.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

They are1 1/4”. Thanks for watching

[@indylive4926]

Great video! how far down did you put your gromet for the temp probe?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

It is about an inch above the grate

[@indylive4926]

Ok, in your video you said the parts came with instructions. What is the normal position of the 2 grates? Thanks!

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

@@indylive4926 I will have to go back and check it has been over a year since I built it. I do give the measurements for the grate height in the video

[@indylive4926]

@@TexasStyleCuisine ok,thanks!

[@92greenebeen]

what kind of drum is that?? i been looking for one without the ripples on it.. a smooth one

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

The smooth side barrels are hard to find. I actually got two from a friend of mine. You can order them from UDSPARTS.con. Not cheap but they will ship them out to you. I think Smoker Builder has them and so does Big Papa Smokers. I can get the ones with the rings for $25 so I always use them. I have only built two smooth ones. Thanks for watching.

[@92greenebeen]

@@TexasStyleCuisine thanks!!!

[@daniil_uslugi_vyselki]

These barrels can be used from under the engine oil?

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I only use food grade barrels. Thanks for watching

[@daniil_uslugi_vyselki]

@@TexasStyleCuisine I have a barrel of engine oil. Can it be used? After firing.

[@bradh74]

If you have to supply the drum and it's $340 for a kit, I'll go to the hardware store.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

The kit is nice and you can make it for under $400, but you can go to the hardware store and make it for half that. Thanks for watching.

[@TheSvtjim]

Ok

[@ag4713]

Nice rig, too much work for me !

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks for watching, if ya do not want to build your own you can find them for sale fo decent prices

[@daniil_uslugi_vyselki]

Hello. I'm from Russia. we don't have uds smoker. But I would like to do it. You can send me the assembly instructions. That I could translate through the translator.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I will see if I can get the instructions for you.

[@daniil_uslugi_vyselki]

@@TexasStyleCuisine thank you very much

[@marvinjones5585]

No one was

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks for watching

[@ceaserelizondo]

To much month thanks anyway

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

I do have a video of one build from parts I got at the hardware store. Here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4qWq5iNfKd_jZIsi=8w_qxTU3ZN5yE15v Thanks for watching

[@ronneitzel2869]

thanks chef, this is awesome...

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Thanks Ron I always appreciate you stopping by just like clockwork.