Newb seasoning smoker questions

[smokeasaurus]

I got the free chip tray with my #3. Chips are great for heavy smoke early on in the cook. I used chips in my #3 for seasoning along with a chunk for 4 straight days........really coated everything up nice and I haven't looked back............

[Edward]

Really appreciate the feedback fellas. Got 2 slabs in there right now smoking away. Started her at 245 central time. Going to do 5 hours & pull her to sauce then another 45 mins. Spares from Jewel nothing nice. I was such in a rush to get her going I goofed & forgot to foil the bottom. I guess I will pay the price cleaning it up. I have my Fluke thermometer in the stack with the dial set about 230. She has swung down to 204 & high as 260. Soon as I can get sum time off from the labor camp I hope to set this Auber up. Thank you all for you help!

[Edward]

I also received the chip tray & cover with my purchase. On these 2 slabs I added 3oz of wood- half hickory half apple. Hope she comes out ok. If not I'm willing to put the time in to get sharp.

[DivotMaker]

Sounds like you're off and running, Edward!  Don't sweat monitoring the box temps...the swings will make you crazy, but they average-out just fine.  The Auber will tighten that up a lot.