re: Offset smoker mods - need help

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Easy way is just weld a plate across the lower porion of the barrel under the grates forcing the smoke all the way left, then have it return over the meat to the stack at the right.

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This is how we built mine and it works great, consistent temp throughout the cook chamber. I would suggest doing this last though. That way you can test the length that best works out, lay it in, and weld it once you find the sweet spot.

Also, I'd suggest using someting light in gauge for this. That way it doesn't draw so much heat from the firebox, act as a hot plate, and increase the temp right below your food.