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7/3/2009 6:18:06 PM EDT
It's been years since I used my smoker. So I've got this 5 lb. Boston Butt. How long should I smoke it in my old R2D2 lookin' Mr. Meat charcoal smoker? I've got my seasoning all figured out, and I'm putting apple juice in the catch pan. Just need to be reminded how long. Thanks!
7/3/2009 6:20:15 PM EDT
[#1]
You shouldn't. Go get a real smoker, then come ask.
7/3/2009 6:20:33 PM EDT
[#2]
I'd say about an 2 hours per pound.  Low heat.  You'll need to add charcoal about 2/3 the way through or more often if you use wood.  Wrap it halfway through and go several hours longer if you can.  

7/3/2009 6:21:28 PM EDT
[#3]


Low and slow until the temp is 160
7/3/2009 6:23:55 PM EDT
[#4]
Quoted:
You shouldn't. Go get a real smoker, then come ask.


I know. My buddy got one with the racks in a big square box and the fire box on the side at a flea market for 20 bucks. Bastard! I got to help him unload it out of his truck.
7/3/2009 6:26:28 PM EDT
[#5]
Hey, this question goes great with my new avatar!

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Now I guess I'll go see how many wasp nests are in the damn thing...
7/3/2009 6:29:01 PM EDT
[#6]
Quoted:
Quoted:
You shouldn't. Go get a real smoker, then come ask.


I know. My buddy got one with the racks in a big square box and the fire box on the side at a flea market for 20 bucks. Bastard! I got to help him unload it out of his truck.


Stab him. Take his. Problem solved.

I use lump charcoal and hickory chips. Just keeping the temp low and consistent is the most important thing. Good luck.
7/3/2009 6:31:33 PM EDT
[#7]
Don't go by time, go by temperature.  Tutorial at www.PeppersAndSmoke.com
7/3/2009 6:35:13 PM EDT
[#8]
Quoted:
Don't go by time, go by temperature.  Tutorial at www.PeppersAndSmoke.com


Yep, I've got a meat thermometer ready. Shootin' for about 190.