I think I understand,your UDS has the same potential for a long smoke time as any WSM because the volume of fuel is the same.
Making efficient use of that fuel is your goal
1.) load the bottom with the amount of fuel for the duration you need
2.)Arrange that fuel so it burns in a centric " C"...
If you have an offset you can either add a blocking plate just above the fire to force the smoke under and through the food but you will need to have the intake low and within that fire compartment OR raise the food grate so when smoke raises and passes it must go past the food.
Remember,you...
Are you sure yours is a bullet smoker?
Look at my pic,the fire is on the bottom then a water pan (I rarely use) then a food grate then another then the lid with the outlet vent.
Sounds like you have an offset smoker?
The biggest issue with temp control is poor fitting seems and poor sealing vents as well as a huge door,if you look at my WSM you will see I have three seams and several vents.
After a few cooks this unit is built so well all seams seal completley and the only place smoke will go is through the...
Yes gentlemen up to 16 hours with one load of charcoal,I use real wood charcoal using the minion method.
I seal all the intakes except the one that has the Guru,open the Guru vent 30% set it at 225F. and it will in California ambient temps go that long,I need that cook time for pork butt's.
I...
Exactly my point,and when you can load the coal and meat and KNOW it's at temp with no fussing that's easy.......
My 24 year old Weber shows quality and yes it's not the thickest steel but with care they can last a full lifetime,the portability is also great.
Did I say how much I LOVE my...