"Michael "Dog3" Lonergan" > wrote in message
>
> > Just buy a regular Weber Kettle. What? $80?
> Even
> after this last, bitter cold winter, we still have enough firwood to
> last a lifetime. It's seasoned oak. Do you, or anyone else, use
> regular firewood in their Weber or other charcoal type grill or
> smoker? If you do, is there anything special I should know about? I
> haven't tried it but I'd eventually like to use up the oak.

Yes, you can. You need a clean burning fire to use raw wood. Add a small
piece or two at a time to the glowing/burning coals.
I can't supply the specifics,'cuz I just add wood for flavor, but you might
ask TFM®. I believe that he cooks with wood, but usually on a larger scale
than a kettle.

> I'll not
> get into the lump vs. Kinsford debate but I usually use lump.
>
Good.

Good luck with your venture, and good eating.

BOB