aluminum lined smoker
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I picked up a old commercial fridge that came out of a local bar this weekend. The compressor and other ''fridge stuff ‘’ has been removed already. My question is that it has fiberglass insulation and is lined with aluminum, should I remove that or will it be safe to use like it is. I know pots and pans are made from aluminum, and people wrap food in aluminum foil when cooking. This will be a winter project, so I am in no hurry
kyle I would bet money processhead will have some good info for you. I’m also interested in the answer to this.
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kyle I would bet money processhead will have some good info for you. I’m also interested in the answer to this.
cdavis same here, I’m thinking the aluminum would be fine, but since I’ve never made one, I’d like to know.
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cdavis same here, I’m thinking the aluminum would be fine, but since I’ve never made one, I’d like to know.
GWG8541 I passed up one of those last year because it was aluminum lined. I might be kicking myself when we get the answer.
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I have one but dont remember if it is alum lined it also has some black plastic around the door frame if I remember I took the inside of the door off and replaced it with metal next I lined the door edge (glued) a fire rope around the door for a better seal
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I have one but dont remember if it is alum lined it also has some black plastic around the door frame if I remember I took the inside of the door off and replaced it with metal next I lined the door edge (glued) a fire rope around the door for a better seal
fisherman43 the one I have has no plastic in or on it at all. my other concern is with fiberglass insulation, will that hurt anything? It is sealed good on the inside, but dont want any funky flavors
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I am following to hear processhead’s answer. I would venture the guess that it is perfectly good to use
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I would have no problem using a cabinet with an aluminum lining for a smoker. Fiberglass insulation is fine too, assuming it is not exposed, which would be pretty unusual in an undamaged refrigerator.
At smoking/cooking temps, aluminum presents no problems, nor does fiberglass when it is behind/ under a metal liner.
This sounds like the basis of an excellent smoker.Paul
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I would have no problem using a cabinet with an aluminum lining for a smoker. Fiberglass insulation is fine too, assuming it is not exposed, which would be pretty unusual in an undamaged refrigerator.
At smoking/cooking temps, aluminum presents no problems, nor does fiberglass when it is behind/ under a metal liner.
This sounds like the basis of an excellent smoker. -
I would have no problem using a cabinet with an aluminum lining for a smoker. Fiberglass insulation is fine too, assuming it is not exposed, which would be pretty unusual in an undamaged refrigerator.
At smoking/cooking temps, aluminum presents no problems, nor does fiberglass when it is behind/ under a metal liner.
This sounds like the basis of an excellent smoker.processhead thanks for your input. It’s a very solid old fridge. When I get it done, it’s going to be another wood fired smoker like my one made out of a old vending machine, but I might make it where I can slide a propane element in if I’m feeling lazy. Thanks again for responding
hey vegetarians, my food poops on your food!
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processhead thanks for your input. It’s a very solid old fridge. When I get it done, it’s going to be another wood fired smoker like my one made out of a old vending machine, but I might make it where I can slide a propane element in if I’m feeling lazy. Thanks again for responding
Here is a pic of the outsidehey vegetarians, my food poops on your food!
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kyle That looks like a beast. Since you are using wood as a fuel, is your plan to have the fire inside or to have an external fire box?
The reason I ask is because a wood fire inside can get pretty hot. You would probably want to come up with some kind of heavy metal base and grate to protect the bottom of the cabinet.
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kyle Dang, what a find!!
processhead Thanks for the input. Now I will be on the hunt for one
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kyle Please keep us up to date with how that goes. As far as aluminum goes, the only time it is an issue (that I can think of right now) is when you are trying to marinade something in an acidic solution The acidity reacts with the aluminum, how big of a deal this is I really don’t know but I know I stopped doing it within months of doing these videos as someone pointed it out to me and I looked it up. As far as just lined in the smoker it wont be a problem. I put things in aluminum pans when I am smoking/cold smoking all the time.
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kyle That looks like a beast. Since you are using wood as a fuel, is your plan to have the fire inside or to have an external fire box?
The reason I ask is because a wood fire inside can get pretty hot. You would probably want to come up with some kind of heavy metal base and grate to protect the bottom of the cabinet.
processhead said in aluminum lined smoker:
kyle That looks like a beast. Since you are using wood as a fuel, is your plan to have the fire inside or to have an external fire box?
The reason I ask is because a wood fire inside can get pretty hot. You would probably want to come up with some kind of heavy metal base and grate to protect the bottom of the cabinet.
It is going to be on 1 course of block, where the legs are, it will be filled in, and on the front will be a door to access the fire box. I have skid-plates off a kubota that will be the heat diffuser (its pretty heavy and already has slots and holes in it) between the firebox and smoke chamber. Still in the planning process, but in my head it will work great when its done
hey vegetarians, my food poops on your food!
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I would have no problem using a cabinet with an aluminum lining for a smoker. Fiberglass insulation is fine too, assuming it is not exposed, which would be pretty unusual in an undamaged refrigerator.
At smoking/cooking temps, aluminum presents no problems, nor does fiberglass when it is behind/ under a metal liner.
This sounds like the basis of an excellent smoker.processhead thanks for your reply.
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kyle Please keep us up to date with how that goes. As far as aluminum goes, the only time it is an issue (that I can think of right now) is when you are trying to marinade something in an acidic solution The acidity reacts with the aluminum, how big of a deal this is I really don’t know but I know I stopped doing it within months of doing these videos as someone pointed it out to me and I looked it up. As far as just lined in the smoker it wont be a problem. I put things in aluminum pans when I am smoking/cold smoking all the time.
Jonathon It will be interesting following the build, keep us up to date.
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kyle man that thing looks awesome
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processhead said in aluminum lined smoker:
kyle That looks like a beast. Since you are using wood as a fuel, is your plan to have the fire inside or to have an external fire box?
The reason I ask is because a wood fire inside can get pretty hot. You would probably want to come up with some kind of heavy metal base and grate to protect the bottom of the cabinet.
It is going to be on 1 course of block, where the legs are, it will be filled in, and on the front will be a door to access the fire box. I have skid-plates off a kubota that will be the heat diffuser (its pretty heavy and already has slots and holes in it) between the firebox and smoke chamber. Still in the planning process, but in my head it will work great when its done
kyle congrats on a great find.
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cdavis thanks. If I didn’t take it, it was going to the scrap yard and I just couldn’t let that happen. With hunting season on now, it might be a while before its done, but its in my shop so I can monkey around with it
hey vegetarians, my food poops on your food!
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