WSM Mods - 3 Easy Modifications for your Weber Smokey Mountain

[@robertprosser5023]

I have my chicken on the WSM after using your Labor Day 2013 tutorial and wanted to see your mods. This was a 22 minutes well spent, especially on the River Country Thermometer and how you can synchronize it with my Maverick 733. As you said, that frees up another probe for meat. Cool backyard too! Thats all a man needs, a WSM, pool float and an adult beverage.

[@jayhollingsworth3802]

T-Roy, love your channel, particularly your cooks on the WSM. Clicked your Amazon link and ordered my WSM 22.5 today. Keep up the good work and Cheers!

[@KenAdams426]

I've got the door. just waiting to get the drill bit from my dad to get my RC installed. Easy mods, and well worth making them too. Keep up the tips and cooking!!! Thanks!!!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Jason, I love all the accessories that are available for all of the Weber cookers/smokers. Plus, they last forever! Thanks for watching brother!

[@1DucatiCraig]

T-Roy, while I don't have a smokey mountain smoker I still really appreciate the time you take to make bbq videos. Everything is so informative and easy to understand. Thanks from California. If you ever need a little vacation to CA I'll give you a room to stay for some live bbq instruction. Thanks again!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thank you very much Craig. You are too kind brother! What part of Cali are you in? You never know!!!

[@1DucatiCraig]

+T-ROY COOKS I'm in Thousand Oaks, between Los Angeles County and Ventura County near a beach city called Malibu. :)

[@TROYCOOKS]

Ah, Malibu!!! That sounds enticing!!! If I'm ever in your area, I will let you know. Thanks again for the invite Craig! Cheers to ya brother!

[@shorty1786]

Im soo jealous of the weather in all your vids, here in ireland we have rain/cod weather 80% of the year

[@waynevowell9732]

Troy, Cajun Bandit SS door - check. River Country thermometer - check (the unibit worked nicely). Extra charcoal grate - check. Due to where I keep it at the house I also installed casters so I can move it around much easier. Many thanks for the mod ideas and for all the good videos, they are much appreciated.

[@horacejones5647]

Wayne Vowell Were the casters easy to install?

[@waynevowell9732]

@@horacejones5647 , they were pretty easy. The casters come with a threaded rod on top, so I just drilled a hole in the legs for those and used nut and washer to hold it in place. Makes it a lot easier to move around for sure.

[@horacejones5647]

Wayne Vowell , Got it. Thank you! I’m assuming you can by the casters from Lowe’s or Home Depot.

[@waynevowell9732]

Horace Jones yeah, I got them from one or the other.

[@josephallevato7188]

Thanks T-Roy for another informative video. Just ordered my 22" WSM and all the mods you demonstrated here. Will use lava lock on the lid too. I'll do my first brisket once i get it all together.

[@jeffchurney1010]

Just had my first smoke on my new WSM. Two slabs of baby backs and a whole bunch of party wings. Finished the wings off on the grill to crisp 'em up a little. Everyone said it was the best they'd ever had! (I'm on ohio, so not too much BBQ competition) Thanks for all the tips brother!!!

[@MarkTaylor925]

Man, your videos are the absolute BEST T-Roy! I'm considering the WSM 14 as I really only smoke for the wife and me. GREAT mods!

[@JoeLazzara]

Thank You Thank You Thank You for making this video and sharing your mods with us Troy!! I truly appreciate it. I'm new to smoking and Im looking at the 22" WSM, so this video was a huge help to make it a better product. I'd seen that they carry the SS door with the handle attached already so hopefully that one will work the same way. You did a great job on this video, very informative, clear, concise, to the point and you're an all round nice guy. Thanks for the links for the mods too!! I'm hoping this smoker will work well in the cool weather months up here in Chicago. Thank you again Troy!

[@VeRTiGo9191]

I bought my WSM a few weeks ago, based on some of your vids..and my my mods will be totally based on this vid!! Troy, glad to know ya, and keep 'em comin'!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hi Tim, congratulations on the new WSM!!! I hope you're already enjoying it? These basic mods will help your fuel efficiency. The SS door actually retains heat a lot better than the original door. I appreciate you watching. Keep that smoke rollin' brother!!! Cheers, Troy

[@VeRTiGo9191]

Plan on the new door and newer thermometer as soon as I get paid! Smoke rollin' forever!!

[@emmelj]

T-Roy Cooks' backyard is the bomb!

[@rdapooch]

I've been wanting one of these WSM for ages now... But having 4 cookers already, my missus reckons I've got enough!! Cheers, Troy.

[@TROYCOOKS]

I totally understand Rob. I've been wanting a Weber Kettle, but my missus says I have enough. So, we're in the same boat bro!!! LOL

[@rdapooch]

+T-ROY COOKS I told her - "Honey, I just want to make you nice meals..." But she is too smart for that!

[@nilesburn1]

All great mods, but matching your thermometer to your grill temp is amazing! Cheers & Thanks!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! I appreciate you watching!!!

[@west]

The chimes are great. Hearing them in one of your videos a few months ago inspired me to get my own :)

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Logan, thanks very much! Those tuned chimes sound tons better than regular chimes. I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching buddy!

[@lucys6457]

Hi! Where are the chimes from again?

[@islandvoyager7061]

Hello and thanks for the great videos. I did install a 3' after market temperature gage. Bought the step drill at Harbor Freight at half the price of the big orange store. Purchased the Fireblack seal at Amazon. Used Permatex Ultra Copper sealant around the top of the smoker, installed the Fireblack seal and it works great. Almost "0" smoke loss. Worked perfect around the door also. Mounted the smoker to a small stainless cart with wheels and budda bing budda boom I am set to go. Thanks again!

[@islandvoyager7061]

I meant a 3" thermometer. Duh!

[@spivedog77]

Good video, bud. Thanks! I have a Weber Smokey Mountain 22.5 inch. That, with the Minion method, I hardly ever have to add charcoal.

[@geetee7369]

Love the videos making me a better cook the more I watch and learn from what all you great Cook's show me here. Thanks

[@sandy-k1n]

I love that summer day dream sound. I really love your yard. Thanks for sharing this with us T-Roy.XXOO

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Sandra, we love those wind chimes also. Since they are tuned chimes, they sound a lot better than regular chimes. Glad you got to see some of my backyard Oasis. We really do enjoy hanging out back and cooking in our yard. Good times!!! I appreciate you watching Sandra! Have a wonderful week!

[@sandy-k1n]

You are welcome ..my pleasure as always .Have a bless week as well.

[@bradpauling9529]

very informative. We do that cris cross grate pattern on our offset pit in the fire box plus a charcoal basket. Added hours to our burn time between fuel loads.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Brad, maybe I should do that on my Wichita too! I know it does extend the cooking time for a load of fuel on the WSM. I appreciate you watching brother! Cheers, Troy

[@danielescobar6621]

Love the wind chimes!!! My wife and I have 3 set also... also enjoy your vídeos

[@kalenakagawa]

T-Roy, high five from California. Thank you for creating and showing us how it's done. You should be really proud, educating and inspiring thousands through the sharing of your personal experiences.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Great tips, Troy. I especially like the idea of calibrating the therm to match the grate instead of the dome. Very smart. I love your backyard. I'm a big fan of your chimes. It always sounds very relaxing in your videos. Does the waterfall keep your pool any cooler? Our's is like a bathtub this time of year.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks much, glad you enjoyed the video. Yes, the pool fountain does keep the water in the pool a lot cooler. I have it running 24hrs this time of the year. My pool temp stays around 85F in this 100 degree Texas heat. Without the pool fountain, it would get up to 90+ degrees. I appreciate you watching and am glad you enjoy seeing my backyard. I sure do enjoy chillin' out and cooking up some great food back there. Have a great week brother!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Brother, I hear you. Our pool is 92 degrees as I type this. It's better than hanging out in 102 degree weather without a pool but feels a little like going into a bowl of hot soup when you first get in. Good to know there are options. Do you have a cleaner on your pool? Any problems with the cord tangling?

[@crisworkizer]

Awesome vid Troy, hope you and Karen are doing well. Troy your looking good so I guess your now with a clean bill of health..congratulations my brother..Iam trying to get back into it..just been through a tough time...Love all my bbq people..Its whats keeps us going..

[@tangojoe9694]

Nice tips there Troy. The WSM is great out of the box, but with a few easy and in expensive add ons it gets even better. Digging that thermometer! I us the double charcoal grates on the WSM and also on my kettles, works darn good. Have you noticed a big difference with the new door? Very cool 'fountain' in the pool too.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Joe, the SS door retains heat better, so it helps the WSM run more efficiently. We love our backyard. You and Peg should come check it out sometime! I wish you had more time to do videos brother. I sure do enjoy watching you on camera! All my best to you and Peg. Cheers brother!

[@mrboat580]

I ended up buying the same temp gauge you have, just for how big and ridiculous it is. Works great.

[@1timby]

Bud was getting worried since I hadn't seen a vid in a while. Good to see you in good spirits. Thanks for all the vids.

[@TROYCOOKS]

I appreciate your patience, I've been entertaining family which put me a little behind. Glad you enjoyed the video. I sure do appreciate your support! Have a great week!

[@BreakAndRestore]

You tha Man Troy! I keep some of those long paint stirrers they give out free at the hardware store around the WSM to set the middle section and top on. Cheers Buddy

[@TROYCOOKS]

Great idea!!!! Thanks for the tip man! I hadn't thought of that. I appreciate the comment and thank you so much for watching! Cheers!!!

[@thekevlarhabanero]

Thanks T-Roy, the Maverick seems like a decent option. After I purchased my thermapen mk4, I've been impressed by the thermoworks products. They have a gadget that does two separate readings, but it is pricey and does not have a cordless monitor. I'll probably go with the Maverick. Happy Smokin right back at you! One note on the Unibit for anyone trying the mod. Always get a bit slightly bigger than the hole you need to drill just to give you a little more room. I installed the 3.5" River Country and bought a bit that topped out at the suggested hole size I needed to drill. That hole wasn't big enough so I had to get my dremel out to grind it bigger.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Yep, the Thermoworks stuff is pricey, but well worth it. I have a nice selection of thermapens! LOL Great tip on the unibit. I appreciate you sharing your experience with using it. Thanks again Kevin!

[@flans9991]

Love your Videos, Man.....I'm a new WSM 22.5 owner from Canada...Keep em' comin'!!!!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Howdy!!! Congrats on the new WSM! When it's cold up there, you can wrap the WSM with some water heater insulation to keep it warm. Happy smoking!!!

[@juanitaallison2199]

T'ROY thanks for answering my question in reference to ways to keep my coals burning longer.😊🤗❤🙏✝️

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Nice video Troy! I love mod's! I especially liked the waterfall for the pool. Like you and Karen, I like to seek out waterfalls on vacation too! Have a great week Troy!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey there Robin, so great to see you stopping by and commenting! Glad you enjoyed a small tour of my backyard. We love hanging out there and cooking. It's very peaceful and relaxing. When are you going sailing again? I miss those videos! Wishing you a blessed week Robin!!! Much love to you and the family!

[@billsiebel9941]

Hey Troy, thanks for reply. I also use a weber chimney starter with the weber starter blocks. I also have a Brinkman water smoker that a guy give me and have made real good food on it. Mainly I use my Traeger and weber kettle. Made a turkey the other day on kettle with rotisserie and was great. The WMS looks really good as you an control temperature. If I buy one in the future I will go to the link you put on the video. Thanks again and you have a great weekend. Bill S. Again, that was a real quality video!.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hi Bill, I appreciate the kind words and thank you so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed the video!!!! The WSM is a great little smoker and very easy to use. Those Traegers are pretty nice too!

[@theangles4828]

Great Video T-Roy!! Just purchased a Weber Smokey Mountain 22.5 and love it. Your videos are great!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Mike, thanks very much!! Congrats on the new WSM!! It will be a lot easier to maintain temps and it will run cooler after you have about 6 cooks on it. Also, the food tastes better with each cook! Gotta love those WSMs!!!! Cheers brother!

[@tonyj5712]

T-Roy, great info just ordered my WSM 22, can’t wait to get started

[@TROYCOOKS]

That's awesome Tony!!! You are going to love it!!!

[@YoMoma777]

Nice mods T-Roy. I know I want to do the grill mod and the thermometer mod soon. A mod I`ve done to my WSM 18.5" is to put castors on each of the 3 legs for easy portability around my concrete patio. Obviously you don't want to move the smoker while your smoking and you don't want to push it around from the highest point of the smoker because it may fall over. Just need to push it from somewhere near the middle.Keep up the great video`s brother. Love em.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed the video. I've seen quite a few people who've put wheels on their WSM, but that would not work for me. Happy smoking brother!!!

[@bryancarter5161]

I put some 3" casters on my WSM. Makes moving it around very easy, and I store it out of sight when not in use.

[@horacejones5647]

Bryan Carter I will be buying a WSM in a couple of weeks. Installing casters seems like a good idea. Was it easy to do?

[@bryancarter5161]

Very easy, my castors came with the screw head attached. I had to drill a hole in the footers and then place a lock washer and nut.

[@horacejones5647]

Bryan Carter , Great! I think I can handle that. Thank you.

[@kennyutube123]

Cajun Bandit has a "Lift and Turn Latch" for the stainless steel door, this latch is a must buy because it is made entirely of metal and is very strong and adjustable ( works great if you have installed the insulation tape around the door opening because you can adjust the grip of the latch) I highly recommend spending the extra money for the latch because it is built like a tank.. No more plastic! Thanks for the videos T-Roy.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Kenny, I did notice that latch when I pulled up their site recently. I will be getting that in the near future. Metal is much better than plastic! Thanks for the input brother! Cheers, Troy

[@bradleyvanscoik2838]

Just ordered the river county! Can't wait to install it!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Brad, you are going to love that River Country thermometer. I've had mine for almost 4 years and never had any problems with it. Happy smoking brother!!!

[@PharmSilver]

Nice mods Troy. One more I did was a stainless tray that sets on top of water bowl. It's way easier to foil and keep clean then trying to foil the damn bowl.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Awe man, I haven't seen one of those yet? I bet that is a nice mod!!! I'll have to find me one. Thanks for the info and thanks for watching! Happy smoking!!!

[@PharmSilver]

+T-ROY COOKS www.ebay.com/itm/162139639049

[@TROYCOOKS]

PharmSilver Cool, thanks much!

[@chimpartwork]

Some behind the scenes footage! I might, some day, try out that stainless steel door but as of now the aluminium is holding up just fine ;). You really have a phenomonal yard and a great pool as well, and a nice grill collection going on. I hope to get there some day! Cheers Troy!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Paul, we do love being out in our backyard cooking, eating, drinking, swimming, and enjoying nature. Not sure you could see it in the video, but we have a small forest behind our house with all sorts of varmits and deer.

[@chimpartwork]

Sounds like a real paradise to me.

[@MrLesterbenz]

Love my Weber and love our chimes! Great ideas that will be implemented shortly. Cheers Troy!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks very much Lester! The SS door actually retains heat a lot better than the aluminum door and the coal grate idea does allow you to use more of your fuel more efficiently. The thermometer has been on my WSM for over 3 years and I have never had any problems with the River Country. Send me a picture of your WSM after you have it modded up!!! Cheers brother!

[@OhBob]

Great vid! I'm new to the WSM. Bought the 18" back in May and have gotten some great smokes off of it so far. Thanks for sharing how you've modded yours.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Greg, congrats on the new WSM!!! I love the flavor of the meat that comes off of the WSM. And it tastes even better with each cook! Keep that smoke rollin' bro!!! Thanks for watching!

[@progers5019]

Hey Troy, Thanks for the tips. I recently got the 22.5 WSM and made 6 mods. I just got the SS door installed and like it along with addi char grate. Also, I am really pleased with the lid hinge. It is worth the money IMO It is my #1 mod. Casters and side handles #2 & #3. About the thermometer. The one on the unit is only about 5-7 deg off of my thermoworks probe sitting at grate level. I'm good with that, only if it continues to perform that good. I can see chg for larger numbers. lol

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Phil, glad you have your WSM looking really nice. And as long as you know how far off your lid thermometer is, you'll be fine. I got the 5 inch thermometer so I could read the dial while I was swimming in my pool. LOL Have fun with that WSM!!!! Cheers, Troy

[@progers5019]

Tks bud, I don't have a pool, but my eyes may soon need the big print.

[@0211Josie]

Great video, man! Thanks for taking the time to explain it. I don't have a wsm, but the fella's on the WKC site, love them. I really like how you tuned in that thermo to your grate level. That's a slick trick. Take care, brother!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video. I have fun making these "how-to" type videos. Thanks for watching brother!

[@mathteacher2651]

great idea on the uni-bit - thank you very much!

[@RivetGardener]

Great mods Troy, very nice. Beautiful backyard too!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed the video. We really love our backyard and I just thought I'd share a bit of it with everyone. Have a wonderful weekend John!

[@kalenakagawa]

Regarding the River Country gauge, Clockwise (right turn) on the screw lowers the temp. reading and counter Clockwise (left turn) increases the temp. reading. I tooled with it for 10 minutes to get it to match my grill thermometer. A slight turn moves it 4-5 degrees. A little goes a long way. Cheers!

[@TheWolfePit]

Good stuff brother! Love that door! I will one day have a WSM again! I think it's time for a cannonball 2016 video!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Larry, that SS door looks really good in sunlight! You and Birdie come on down and let's have a pool party brother!!! You know I'll feed you good! Wishing you a fantastic week brother! Cheers, Troy

[@LoveShackBBQ]

Good info brother. I know you've seen the Love Shack BBQ WSM mods I did. I really like my lid hinge and my locking casters on the legs. Also I did the high temp seals on the door and lid edge. The one thing I couldn't find was the Cajun Bandit door on Amazon. Anyway, have a great day. Cheers!

[@TROYCOOKS]

I would like to get the high temp gasket material also. Yes indeed, you have some nice mods to your WSM also! I love that SS door, but had to buy it directly from CajunBandit.com. Wishing you a fabulous Summer brother!!! Cheers, Troy

[@Bob.Loblaw.Bob.Loblaw]

TRoy- you should have dubbed this video "T-ROY MODIFIES". Thanks not only for the tips, but the time that you take to fully explain how to do it. Nice man!

[@Bob.Loblaw.Bob.Loblaw]

What kind of plant is that next to the chimes? You know the one that I am talking about- LOL!

[@johnlord8337]

Toss some bags of ice into the pool, and you should be good. Charge the neighborhood for the cool soak, provide umbrella iced drinks, and some good food. You will be a millionaire quick time!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Bob, thank you very much. I tried to explain it as best I could to avoid future questions about how to do the mods. LOL Oh, I think you're talking about the Japanese Maple tree. The leaves are pushing into the chimes and I need to trim the tree back a bit. I appreciate you watching!

[@TROYCOOKS]

I'm with you John. I really like that idea!!!

[@PaleHose28]

Another great video! New the the WSM game this hear and I enjoy the heck out of your detailed videos. First mod I made was a lid hinge that I picked up from the fine folks at Unknown BBQ. Don't know if you have seen their hinges but if you haven't, check em out. Quality product made in the USA. Smoke on!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks for the support Frankie, I enjoy making the longer detailed videos. I have heard of those hinges, but never used them. I am thinking about getting some. I appreciate you watching and hope you have a wonderful weekend! Happy smokin' brother!

[@skiphorni]

Question on the chimes. How big are the ones you have. And if I go straight to Amazon is that going to mess up your affiliate link with Grace Chimes? And got here because I am watching everything I can on WSM. Five minutes into the first video I found I "liked" and subscribed. I too am in Central Texas.

[@eltonsbbq-pit]

Good tips on tweaks there Troy! Gotta get that Rivercontry 5" temp.. Looks sturdy.. and the probe tip was right down my alley coz i have an 18"wsm.. :-) Nice to see more of your garden.. Cheers brother!

[@TROYCOOKS]

What's happening Kjetil? I've had that RC thermometer for at least 3 yrs now and not a lick a trouble from it. It is a great thermometer! I find as I get older, I need larger numbers on my thermometers. LOL Have a wonderful week my brother!!! Cheers, Troy

[@eltonsbbq-pit]

Thanks and the same to you bud!

[@Crysmatic]

I love your chimes. they're so peaceful. can't splurge the $180 atm. why did you put three handles on the lid, and none on the middle section?

[@stihlnz]

Troy, you are the man, superb ideas thanks for sharing them Power to you.

[@allanmacuser]

thank you for all the information Allan in the UK

[@lesabre1972]

love the longer vids missed seeing you around with new videos keep up the good work.

[@TROYCOOKS]

I appreciate that very much. I do enjoy teaching, but that means longer videos which usually don't do very well. I tend to sneak a few in now and then though because I know a lot of my fans love those detailed videos. So, thank you very much for the support!!! Cheers, Troy

[@Paparoach-hc6il]

Man, I really enjoy your videos. Very informative. Keep up the good work.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thank you so very much! I truly appreciate the support and am glad you enjoy my videos. I sure do have fun making them!! Have a wonderful week!

[@carylee2002]

I bought the RC-T4 Thermometer and put it on my wsm 18 and it is awesome and accurate. I calibrated mine using the boiling water method and as I set my Digi-q to 300 on my temp for the top grate the thermometer was just as close to 300. I may now try your method to calibrate to the top grate using my maverick next time.

[@weksos4423]

What’s the boiling water method ?

[@Fisherman2k]

Great videos Troy! Just a quick question regarding the thermometer mod. When you remove the stock thermometer there is still a small hole above the one which you have drilled into...Is this covered by the thermometer as I am concerned it will leak smoke? Or do you need to close it off with a separate bolt/screw/washer? Thanks

[@anitadeblois5308]

Hey T-Roy--think I may do the grate. My WSM is excellent--have done chicken, sausage, ribs, and a brisket. Lol, I overcooked the brisket--was too tender to slice, so I shredded it up for tacos (which is how most do it here in El Paso). The good news is I didn't burn down the neighborhood. Thanks again for the fantastic videos :)

[@anitadeblois5308]

This might be a lame question, but how do you clean your WSM?? Maybe you'll do a video on that sometime??? LOL!

[@TROYCOOKS]

My mouth is watering thinking about shredded up brisket! I bet that was good on tacos! Glad you didn't burn down the neighborhood. I bet you drive your neighbors nuts when you fire up the WSM!! LOL I just hose the WSM out with water to clean it. I do use a grill brush to clean the grates, but the inside of the WSM is just hosed out. You don't want to scrape away that carbon built up on the inside. It helps act like insulation. Happy smoking Anita!!!

[@tojo2774]

Hey Troy! I was wondering here.. while watching you replace the door with your new stainless one.... what if you spray painted that new door with some BLACK high temp spray paint? The all silver door seems to me like Weber wants to make a statement on having that door there. My Weber Smokey Mountain has a beeeutiful black porcelain finish, and it has this BIG ugly sliver door? Wonder why Weber doesn't porcelain the door in black as well? Or we can just buy a can of high temp black gloss paint and at least make it so the door blends in. Any thoughts?

[@billsiebel9941]

Great video and everything was easily detailed. Got your app on the IPad now. Don't have a WSM YET. Got weber kettle and Traeger pellet grill for now. What method do light charcoal on the WSM?. Thanks, Bill S.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hi Bill, thanks for downloading the app!!! Hope you enjoy it. I use a charcoal chimney and either paper or fire starter blocks to light the charcoal. And for my WSM, I usually just light half of a chimney and use the Minion method to arrange the charcoal. I appreciate you watching and thanks for the question Bill. Hope you have a great weekend!!!

[@doublejbbq42]

great tips for the wsm, always have loved your back yard

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed the video. I thought I'd show folks a bit more of my backyard oasis. We love hanging out back there and cooking. It's very peaceful and relaxing. Happy cooking brother! Y'all keep up the great videos!!! Cheers, Troy

[@andrewr022488]

Great video! Your backyard is beautiful, definitely looks like a great place to relax. Would you say the WSM is the best pit for a beginner on a budget?

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks, and yes, I started out on the WSM.

[@cuepee1972]

Great mods T-Roy! I'll definitely be using the grill grate idea when I get my WSM in a few weeks!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Quinn, glad you enjoyed the video! You are going to love cooking on your WSM. Congrats brother!!!!

[@kobitkakustomsoffroadadven7187]

great video I can't wait till I get my new place and can start getting me some good grills and smokers. then test out your great looking recipes love the videos and keep up the great work. also great to see your health is doing better

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Michael, thanks very much brother! I hope you get that new place and some grills real soon!!! As always, I truly appreciate the support brother! Wishing you a wonderful week!!! Cheers, Troy

[@alanosborne1947]

Living here in North Carolina it is a requirement to know how to grill....I knew how to burn the meat on my gas grill, but did not know how to smoke! After watching several of your videos I have decided to purchase a Weber Smokey Mtn. grill and get to smokin! Thanks for your tips! I now feel confident I will be able to retain my "MAN CARD" and be a BBQ hero to my family instead of the guy who just burns the dogs and burgers! Lol

[@TROYCOOKS]

Cool, sounds like it's gonna be a wonderful Summer of BBQ at your house!!! I'm glad I could help inspire you brother!!! Keep that smoke rollin'!! Cheers, Troy

[@jimcook8770]

This guy rules.

[@nighthawk409]

Mr. Roy. I have seen a video of a mod that showed handles for the mid section of the weber smokey mountain. There was a link to amazon but it did now show the handles. You seem to always come up with some type of mod so I was wondering if you knew where to get them? Second thing is I love your cooking videos. Glenn

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Glenn, I love that you love my videos and I truly appreciate you watching! I am not familiar with any mods for the mid-section handles? I bet regular garage door handles would be able to be attached to the mid-section if you wanted handles on it?

[@jackmcclain4490]

So I am about to pull the trigger on a WSM. I live in Panama now so my smoker options are limited and you have me sold on the WSM, as there is a Weber Store in Panama. My question is this, provided you see my comment (I know it is an old video). I see a lot of other channels where folks instal some sort of temperature management system (blower or some sort), especially for overnight cooks. I don't see that you have a video using one, what are your thoughts on these devices? At least beginning I plan on doing my cooking during the daytime hours and of course, responsibly. Also, 18" or 22?" I have the room for a 22", just not sure I need the extra size Most of the time will be just the wife and I and maybe up to four guests..

[@armydawg181]

Did you consider drilling a second hole closer to the top grate for a second thermometer? If so, what was your rational for using the single thermometer in the dome?

[@TROYCOOKS]

No, I didn’t want to drill any new holes into my WSM.

[@guillermoparedes6450]

Nice video Troy. Do you plan on putting some casters on your wsm?

[@terryhatcher591]

love the chimes

[@pfloyd111]

great video. Got a question. would that thermometer be good to use on a UDS??? Really like your videos. I have subscibed. Thanks!!

[@lloydkrulewitz5017]

Hey T Roy…5 years from the date of this video, would you still recommend the River Country 5” thermometer as a replacement on a WSM?

[@MOOSEDOWNUNDER]

Fantastic mods T'Roy, on the WSM and the pool bro. Now grab a beer and get a stake on and hit the bloody pool mate. Cheers Moose Down Under.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Moose, that's exactly what I did mate! I almost couldn't get that shirt off fast enough after shutting down the camera! LOL Cheers brother!

[@brgable]

Great videos I've mentioned to you before I'm purchasing a 22.5" WSM like yours but I've seen other mods where they add gaskets to the new stainless door, the top of the body where the lid rests, and top of the bottom section where the body rests. What are your thoughts on adding gaskets like lavalock to the WSM?

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey there, a gasket for the stainless door would be helpful, but I really don't see a need for gasket material where the sections of the WSM are joined together. I know my WSM does not leak in those areas. I do get a little leakage on the door, but not enough for me to worry about installing a gasket on mine.

[@Knebelcm1986]

Hi Troy, excellent video, got a question, how do you handle leaks coming from around the base of your WSM lid? Smoke just seeps out from around my lid...

[@bhilgenkamp]

Chris Knebel I have the same issues on mine but never see his leaking in his videos. I'm curious as well.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Chris, it sounds like perhaps you are putting too much smoking wood in your WSM? I've never really had any issues with smoke seeping out around my lid? But, if you have too much smoke going and it cannot all get out of the upper lid vent, you will get some leakage from around the lid and door areas. Try using less wood on your next cook. Also, I leave my lid vent wide open all the time.

[@jonathantedder3817]

This video was very helpful. Thank you for all of your great videos. I am trying tp decide which cajun bandit door to order for my wsm. In your opinion is it worth getting the door with the upgraded latch or is it just as good reusing the stock handle? Thanks again for all the info you provide.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Heath, the stock latch will only last a couple years. I've had to replace mine, so next time I replace it, I will go with the upgraded latch. The SS door is really heavy and it will wear out the stock latch much sooner than you'd think. So, go with the upgraded latch! Thanks for the question!

[@craig721]

Well done, hoss! Think I'm gonna have to acquire one of those stainless doors. That's gotta help with heat and fuel management. Have you taken it for a test run after adding the door? Noticed any necessary airflow adjustments after the modification? Thanks, Troy. :)

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Craig, I used to have the SS door just after getting my WSM and I do believe I had to shut down the bottom vents a bit more, even closing one all the way to maintain 225F. I have not cooked using this new SS door yet, but I would think it would be the same as the one I had previously. It does help extend the fuel load perhaps 1-2 hrs from what I remember. I appreciate you watching!

[@DrWoodyII]

Great tips, thank you for sharing.

[@matthewillian]

Hey Brother Troy, that was an awesome how to video. God bless you and remember I love you and Karen. :)

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Matt, thank you very much brother! Love you and Hollie too!!! Cheers

[@matthewbyrnes2879]

Another great video! I've added the better door to my 18" model already, planning on upgrading my thermometer next. As I was watching I was thinking man that probe is too long for the 18, so I'm glad you covered that part. I'll look for a shorter probe. Also, do you think the 5"dial is too big for the 18" lid? I like the idea of seeing it from a distance, but maybe a 3 or 4" would look better on mine...thoughts? Thanks for the video!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hi Matthew, when you get old like me, you appreciate having that larger thermometer dial. LOL I'm with you though, the 4 inch is probably as large as I would go on the 18.5 inch WSM. Measure out 5 inches on your dome lid and see how it looks? That'll give you an idea if it's too large or not. Thanks for watching and Happy Smokin' brother!!!

[@johnlord8337]

Great idea uni-bit. You going to put on a spring-loaded, swing-down mechanism (like a spring-loaded, goose neck desk light) on that WSM, for sports stadium truck tailgating and cookoff contests? 100F. Send that back to Cuba or Venezuela ! Sending you some SanFran 60-70F beach weather .... wffffffffffffffffff !

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey John, I may do that mod on a smaller WSM! LOL Yes, please send me some cooler temps man!!! I'm burning up down here in Austin. Whew, time for a dip in the pool again. Thanks for watching John!!! Cheers bro!

[@gregmccutchan.]

Great video, Troy! I certainly will be doing some upgrades to my WSM after watching this. I hope you are doing well, my friend.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Greg, I am doing very well brother! I hope you do try some of the mods, especially the charcoal grate mod. You will save quite a bit of fuel doing that one! Hope you and the wife are enjoying your Summer!!

[@akbychoice]

I made something similar as your pool fountain but it’s to lay on the driveway so I can drive over it to spray off the road salts. Shame for the price that SS door doesn’t come with s handle.

[@watersgarage2270]

Hello T-Roy! Love the videos. One question about the thermometer mod. Is this the one with the long stem(5 Inch)? Or the regular length? Thanks!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks for the support brother!!! I got the 5 inch dial with 3 inch stem. I didn't want the long stem model because it may get in the way when I smoke turkeys.

[@connosaurus]

Thanks for the long format vid T!

[@TROYCOOKS]

My pleasure, glad you don't mind having a longer video showing more detailed instruction. It is much appreciated!

[@MrMegaFredZeppelin]

I learned from Heavy Metal BBQ not to put my Weber lid on the concrete. I like how you put the thermometer on the lid Troy :-) Unibits are awesome :-) Did you need cutting oil when you made the hole bigger? That stainless steel door looks awesome :-) We have a chime very similar to yours :-) Great job on that pool fountain, it sounds awesome :-) This video was awesome, a "BIG" thumbs up :-) Hopefully Joi will be out of the hospital in a day or two. ROCK ON!!!!!!!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Fred, lots of prayers and love being sent for you and Joi. I did not need to use cutting oil. I really only use the oil when drilling stainless. I appreciate you watching and please give Joi a big hug from ole T-Roy!

[@MrMegaFredZeppelin]

T-ROY COOKS Thank you Troy :-) I'm going to visit Joi soon. ROCK ON!!!!!!!

[@mathiasmuth455]

great stuff bro :) will get a wsm for my birthday in october. excited to work with that baby :)

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Mathias, you are going to love the WSM!!! Just remember that it will take 5-6 cooks to get it broke in good. After that, it's smooth sailing with fabulous tasting meat!!! Enjoy my friend!!

[@mathiasmuth455]

+T-ROY COOKS I'll keep that in mind buddy :) Thanks a lot !

[@tomstestkitchen]

Ha ha, the deep end of you pool still scares me. That's were my drone took a dive :-( I love that thermometer mode, I need to add that to my 22.5" Weber Kettle. Great video Troy!

[@TROYCOOKS]

Yeah, I need a sign at that end of my pool that states "No Drones Allowed within 20 feet" LOL. I'm still sorry that happened Tom. Thanks for checking out the video bro. We need to get together again soon. You mentioned something at JB's that intrigued me, so let's talk!!!

[@tomstestkitchen]

Good policy, refresh my old mind, what did I mention at JB's?

[@TROYCOOKS]

Something about a collaboration shooting videos for another platform. Maybe it was for Amazon?

[@Kentmoney53]

awesome video man! quick question: when checking the temp of your grate level, do you just lay the meat probe directly on the grate?

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Kent, glad you enjoyed the video. The pit probe needs to be slightly above and not touching the grill grate to get an accurate reading. The grate will always be hotter than the air temp within the pit. Most probes come with a clip you can use to hold the probe just above the grate level, but a potato can also be used. Just insert the probe thru the tator and lay the tator on the grill grate. You'll be good to go!!! Happy smoking brother!

[@Kentmoney53]

T-ROY COOKS awesome man thank you so much for the help!

[@whodat05]

Hey Troy, love the channel bro. I just picked up a 22.5 inch WSM and I have to put inward pressure on the side handle of my lid to get it to seat correctly in the groove of the center section. It still doesn't sit flush (putting pressure on the sides, it will rock back and fourth a little) no matter what position i turn it. Have you ever had this problem? My old 18.5 lid sits perfectly flush. Is this even a problem? Haven't cooked on it yet.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Hey Shawn, I have never had that problem brother. It sounds like the lid got warped in shipping or something? Try contacting Weber and tell them what's going on. They will probably ship you a new lid. Of course, it's also possible that the mid-section is out of round? You'll need to figure that out before you speak to the support folks at Weber. They are usually really nice to work with.

[@HeavyMetalBarBQue]

Hey Troy! Great informative Vid……. the kind of Vid I enjoy. I love the Cajun bandit stuff……. almost bought a WSM, just so I could Mod it out with the CB stainless gear. Stainless Rocks!!…… It gets hot and holds heat….. unlike the aluminum. Didn't You want the stainless charcoal ring?……. I thought that was a good Mod also. That was a great tip on how to calibrate the thermometer. I know You aren't concerned about the slit above the hole…… but a piece of aluminum furnace tape will take care of that. Someday I would like to see a bullet water smoker made from all Stainless! You could set it on concrete, asphalt, gravel. It won't chip……. It would outlive all of us! :-)

[@TROYCOOKS]

Dude, I hadn't thought of using aluminum furnace tape! I am sure this video will do well and you leaving a comment with all of this great info will help many people that read the comments, so thank you very much brother! I will get the other SS stuff from Cajun Bandit when my original parts wear out. LOL I really appreciate your support and wish you many years of great cooking and smoking!!! Cheers, Troy

[@terrymitchell143]

T-roy. Thanks for the great videos. I did exactly what you did on my river country and dialed in with my grate temp but they do not always match. Since heat rises wont it always run hotter in the dome? Yes when you dial in the temp right then they match but the grate temp wont move much but the dome will get hotter. Am I missing something?

[@WayneKobiChez2020]

Great video!! Really nice back garden!! Love the mods on the wsm regards wayne

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thank you very much Wayne. The SS door actually retains heat better than the original aluminum door, so it not only looks good, it is functional. We love our backyard also and spend most of the Summer months out back. Again, thanks for watching brother!!! Cheers!

[@WayneKobiChez2020]

T-ROY COOKS we love hanging in our back garden also, we haven't got a pool over here in the uk but I've a BBQ shack, check out a few pics on our Instagram ... Wicker2016 Love all your videos on KZbin...👍 Regards wayne

[@TROYCOOKS]

Ah, yeah Wayne. I'm following you on Instagram. Didn't realize that was you brother! Nice!!!!

[@WayneKobiChez2020]

T-ROY COOKS cheers.... Going to start doing some of my own vids on KZbin, maybe next year, as I need to purchase a wsm first.. Oh love the wind chimes, need to get me some of those.. Wayne

[@valentyn55]

That's a fine looking palm tree you got there partner. They don't do as well here in Ft.Worth however.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Thanks Val, the palms do give a lot of shade around my pool and they look really pretty next to the water. Glad you enjoyed my quick tour of the backyard. I appreciate you watching!

[@valentyn55]

After watching your modification's on your Weber smoker I regret getting the Oklahoma Joe Longhorn smoker. It is a greasy pain to clean and operate in this heat. Keep on cooking and I'll keep watching.

[@TROYCOOKS]

I'm sure you have room for another smoker? A guy can never have too many grills/smokers/pits for cooking! LOL

[@gooner1ization]

Hey Troy.. Love your videos man. I would love to see you make a comparison video between the WSM and The Pro Q Frontier Elite. I'm Stuck between the two and would like to see your views.