JVD wrote:
Turned out OK, I think they could have been better. There is
definately a learning curve. Used lump for the first time, it's a
little different to handle than briquettes. The recipe I used
called to keep the bottom vents closed but the lump kept going out.
Don't think I used enough to start.



You need some air coming in from the bottom. I run mine with the top vent
open all the time. I have my base set so one vent is in the back (always
closed), and the other two are on the sides towards the front (sorta). I
find that keeping the two front vents open 1/4 - 1/3 of the way will keep
the lump cooking at 220-250 depending on conditions. I make sure the fire
ring is about 1/2 - 3/4 full of lump (mostly left from the last cook) , and
add a chimney full of lit lump on top........just shake the ash off the used
lump and dump on the lit stuff.