Controlling Temp in Propane smoker

[Jmnhunter]

do you guys install a 2nd thermometer near the top rack of the smoker? (i have a masterbuilt 30") seems like the door thermometer never got past 175, but the top shelf was a crisp when i opened the door!

[bloc004]

This is my smoker. I use a propane burner in the bottom for heat and smoke. I have only used my door thermometer and haven't noticed and major "hotspots" inside, but I think next smoke, i am going to put a couple instant read thermometers in, just to know exactly what the difference between the bottom and top rack is. I will let you know what I find out.

[OnAFly]

Wow, your garage setup looks eerily similar to mine!

[Gordie]

I have a home bulit smoker and this last batch of duck jerky the top did get a little more done the bottom rack the center therometer I dont like it to get over 165. I think that I will add one for the next batch thou

[reinhard1]

nice looking smoker. good luck.