mpaulmills
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[size=8pt][size=8pt][size=10pt]I’m a newbie. Got a model 2 a few weeks ago. So far, have done a couple of chickens and pork butts. Everybody has been impressed with the results!
Really appreciate this forum and all the great info. I am going to add the Auber PID controller, bypass the analog controller and install the permanent Auber temperature probe. Initially what I read about the placement of temperature probe was to place it about 3” from the top. I didn’t like that, was concerned about it getting in the way of large cuts of meat. After further research, I think I’m going to place it somewhere between 1” and 1 ¾” from the top.
I was also initially somewhat confused or not clear about the wiring of the bypass switch. I couldn’t wrapped my head around using a DPDT switch, kept thinking it would make more sense to use a SPDT. Rickne’s wiring diagram for his toggle switch bypass illustrated it perfectly. I’m using the DPDT switch with a switch cover. I haven’t seen any discussion of the need to use high temp connectors.
I’m also going to shorten the cord length on the smoker. Rather than buying another cord I was going to cut the existing cord and wire a three prong plug on it.
Has anyone tried using 135 degree drill bit for drilling the stainless steel? Did it seem to work any better? I was also going see if there wasn’t a way to get the smoker cabinet in position to where I could use my floor drill press.
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Really appreciate this forum and all the great info. I am going to add the Auber PID controller, bypass the analog controller and install the permanent Auber temperature probe. Initially what I read about the placement of temperature probe was to place it about 3” from the top. I didn’t like that, was concerned about it getting in the way of large cuts of meat. After further research, I think I’m going to place it somewhere between 1” and 1 ¾” from the top.
I was also initially somewhat confused or not clear about the wiring of the bypass switch. I couldn’t wrapped my head around using a DPDT switch, kept thinking it would make more sense to use a SPDT. Rickne’s wiring diagram for his toggle switch bypass illustrated it perfectly. I’m using the DPDT switch with a switch cover. I haven’t seen any discussion of the need to use high temp connectors.
I’m also going to shorten the cord length on the smoker. Rather than buying another cord I was going to cut the existing cord and wire a three prong plug on it.
Has anyone tried using 135 degree drill bit for drilling the stainless steel? Did it seem to work any better? I was also going see if there wasn’t a way to get the smoker cabinet in position to where I could use my floor drill press.
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