Dec 26, 2004 · This is the mother of all UDS threads. All information you will need to build a UDS is in this thread. use this, and a search of the forum for UDS and you will find a wealth of …

May 17, 2011 · Ok, I'm driving myself crazy deciding on exhaust for my up and coming UDS. I have a flat lid with no 2 inch bung hole. It's just flat. Choice 1 - drill 8 1/2" holes evenly spaced …

May 13, 2016 · The instructions I'm following to make my uds https://www.fix.com/blog/building-an-ugly-drum-smoker/ suggest I drill 3 holes and install 3/4 inch nipples, 2 with removable …

Oct 27, 2011 · I want o smoke a Ham so for those of you that have smoked a Ham on a UDS, I have a few questions. 1. Do you put the Ham in a pan while smoking it? 2. Do you put a pan …

Mar 21, 2012 · As far as dry results with a UDS, if you leave the cooker closed till the ribs are almost done (you can hear them sizzling away, when sizzling starts to die down, the rendering …

Oct 27, 2006 · Getting ready to put together my first UDS build tomorrow, and am curious about thermo placement. I've got a single-22" grate build plan, 22" above the fire basket, and will be …

Jul 29, 2012 · Here is my UDS parts list with all cost. Understand that I use all stainless bolts, nuts, etc and include costs for everything. If you can get the stuff for free, cool, if not this is …

Apr 9, 2013 · A home build UDS is usually cheap enough to justify the expense of the temp controller. If you are handy enough at fabrication and not afraid of wires...you can build your …

May 30, 2018 · The beauty of the uds is it allows direct cooking over the coals which adds an extra layer of flavor. Direct cooking in my experience also results in faster cooking and the …

May 10, 2013 · Hey folks, I've finished the UDS but As I look at it I'm wondering if I set the grates in the wrong spot. I have a flat lid, my first grate is at 4" and the second at 11". My thoughts …