Dyna-Glo Signature Series DGSS1382VCS-D Heavy-Duty Vertical Offset Charcoal Smoker & Grill review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
| Brand | Dyna-Glo |
| Power Source | Charcoal |
| Color | Black |
| Item Weight | 124.3 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 45.5 x 24.9 x 58.8 inches |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal |
product features
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- Features five chrome-plated cooking grates and a total cooking space of 1382 square inches
- Heavy-Gauge Steel Body Construction. The temperature gauge features a smoke zone which indicates the ideal temperatures for infusing the perfect amount for smoking flavor. Also, the cool to touch handles, allow you to access fuel and food safely.
- Cool-touch spring lid grip provides safer access to food
- Stainless temperature gauge with "Smoke Zone" indicates the ideal temperature for infusing smoke flavor
- Oversized steel wheels for mobility before and after use
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From the manufacturer
Barbecue with the best of them
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Get that classic smokehouse flavorCook meats low and slow in the smoker body, from brisket to ribs to anything you can imagine. | Tame the flame at the backyard BBQGrill burgers or brats for the whole crew. | Expand your culinary horizonsOpen the door to a whole new world of BBQ with this large capacity, multi-functional BBQ machine. |
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Cool-Touch Spring HandleProvides safer access to food. | Sausage HooksPre-installed sausage hooks give you additional cooking flexibility. | Removable Offset Charcoal Grate and Ash PanOffers easy access to fuel and quick disposal of ash. | Analog Temperature Gauge'Grill Zone' and 'Smoke Zone' indicators for ideal cooking temperature. |
| Assembled Dimensions | 58" H x 45.5" W x 24.9" D | 59.8" H x 33.9" W x 37" D | 59.8" H x 33.9" W x 52" D |
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| Weight (net) | 124.3 | 89.1 lbs | 123.2 lbs |
| Total Cooking Area (sq. in.) | 1,382 sq. in. | 443 sq. in. | 730 sq. in. |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal/Wood | Charcoal/Wood | Charcoal/Wood |
| Body Construction | Heavy-Gauge Steel | Heavy-Gauge Steel | Heavy-Gauge Steel |
| Cooking Grate Material | Chrome-Plated | Porcelain-Coated | Porcelain-Coated |
| Folding Side Shelf | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Temperature Gauge | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
product description
Style:Signature Smoker
Get the best of both worlds with the Signature Series Heavy-Duty Vertical Offset Charcoal Smoker & Grill from Dyna-Glo. This multifunctional smoker lets you have it all with both grilling and offset smoking capacity. Smoke your pork shoulder low and slow or grill up burgers for the crew. For additional cooking space, simply use the offset for grilling sides or foods that require different temperatures. The smoker and offset cooking grates allow for maximum heat transfer and searing, and the professional-grade, stainless steel temperature gauge features "Grill Zone" and "Smoke Zone" indicators for maintaining an ideal cooking temperature. Become the envy of the neighborhood and upgrade your backyard with this Signature Series Heavy-Duty Vertical Offset Charcoal Smoker & Grill from Dyna-Glo. Do not use this smoker and grill as a heater
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Questions about Dyna-Glo Signature Series DGSS1382VCS-D Heavy-Duty Vertical Offset Charcoal Smoker & Grill
Q:
Can you get special financing on this bbq pit?
Answer: how can i get special financing?
Answer: Yes 5 monthly payments
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What size are the cooking racks?
Answer: This smoker comes with 5 Chrome-plated Steel Cooking Grates that are 17 inches in diameter each. - GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: Are you looking at the picture on Amazon. First feature about grill says 5 grates totaling 1382 sq. Inches. So each one is about 276 sq. Inches.. Now we all know pi r-squared is the area of circle so the radius would be about 9 inches so the diameter is about 18 inches. Maybe a little bigger as I'm not that good at math, been out of school for 60 years.
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what is the main difference between the signature series and wide body other than shape/style/Cooking space. Is the smoking performance the same?
Answer: You can add more charcoal to the side box, I was able to put an 18lb bag and cooked way past 5 hrs
Q:
can you use wood chunks or chips or just charcoal /
Answer: For this Smoker you can use wood chunks, charcoal or wood chips.- GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: I use charcoal for the heat and add wood chunks/chips for the smoke.
Answer: I use soaked chips, without smoke it just convection heat but it would work like a regular grill.
Answer: Yes, all three, Great smoker easy to control temp, but you have to babysit it
Q:
Can i smoke a 25lb Turkey? How wide are the racks?
Answer: Hello Jimmy, the racks in this smoker are 16.5" in diameter and are removable so the height is adjustable. This should accommodate a 25 lb. turkey. -GHP Group Customer Support
Q:
Is there a purpose built cover for this specific smoker?
Answer: i tore mine accidentally and for awhile couldn't find a replacement. i'm actually ordering the cover.
Answer: Theres a specific made cover offered by Dyna-Glo that fits perfect.
Answer: Yes, and it's very well made.
Q:
can you purchase spare racks?
Answer: Yes but only so many hangers in cooker for racks
Answer: Probably from Lowes or Home Depot or a local hardware store.
Answer: Yes I believe Home Depot carries the same size
Q:
where does the grease and other liquids go?
Answer: The grease and other drippings run down to be held in the grease cup. - GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: It has an external drip pan (about 6") that juices/grease go into (if they don't drip into the water pan).
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What is the dimensions of feet and wheels? Are they smaller than the total width dimentiona
Answer: Not able to measure right now, but the feet and wheels are within the total width dimensions. There is a handle opposite the firebox side that is the widest point. Not sure if they included that in the measurements.
Answer: 1 foot and wheels are pretty much under the smoker. I sat mine on cement blocks to raise it some and the holes in the blocks make a very good brake.
Answer: No... Its a very stable smoker.. I love mine!
Q:
Is the 45”w with the smoke box extended or closed?
Answer: Overall
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How much space is there between each grate in the cooking chamber?
Answer: About 18 inches or so but you can remove the middle one if you need too for a tall cook/smoke.
Answer: you can adjust to any level notches are spaced along the main chamber i've done a turkey rib rack sausages and brisket at same time with plenty of space
Answer: The space between each grate is approximately 5”. - GHP
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How much lava lock is needed to completely seal everything? It usually comes in 15 ft. Is that enough or should i get more?
Answer: I didn't need LavaLock, after putting the smoker together. It held the smoke just fine. If you want to use lavalock 15ft should be fine.
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Is there a cover available on the market for this model smoker?
Answer: Yes, made just for this exact smoker. Fits perfect!
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How can i add a cover for the dyna glo model dgss1382vcd- d i just ordered on amazon
Answer: The cover that is compatible with the model DGSS1382VCS-D is model DG1382CSC.
Answer: I ordered the cover on Amazon, it arrived before the smoker.
Answer: They offered a cover. I purchased the cover through Amazon
Answer: Easy to do just scroll down to items related too
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Can you remove the grates after the unit is built?
Answer: The grates go in last, they're removal!
Answer: we received this grill so badly damaged that it was not usable. The grates will come out, but they are so close together, if we were able to smoke with it, we would have needed to remove every other just to fit in larger pieces of meat. really best if only doing flat pieces like for jerky etc. Small strips of ribs might fit.
Answer: Yes, you can remove them.
Answer: Yes but you must tip them to about 45 degree angle. What ever you have in them will fall off, like bowls or jerky.
Answer: Yes, they all come out of the smoker & the heat box side. I have been happy with this smoker!
Answer: Yes
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What is the spacing between racks?
Answer: Hello Mark, there is 5" of space between each rack and they are removable so that space can be increased! -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: The shelves are about 5 inches apart.
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Is there suppose to be any space between where the firebox connects to the chamber? After connecting the two ive noticed gaps where air could get out
Answer: when assembling mine I used LavaLock Silicone gasket seal on any surfaces that would/could have gaps. I also used LavaLock gasket on the smoking chamber door. All is working very well.
Answer: No it should not be a space if you have a space make sure you don’t have the piece that hooks to the fire box and chamber on wrong because when I put mine together I had to take it apart because I had it on wrong
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What is the thickness of the steel?
Answer: Hello T., The body of this smoker is 1.5mm steel and the door is 2.5mm. -GHP Group Customer Support
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How deep is the smoking chamber
Answer: The smoking chamber is 17.5 inches in diameter.
Answer: The smoking chamber is the vertical cylinder , I believe is some 4 ft. deep or so, enough to put a lot of stuff in it.
Answer: Thomas,
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What size firebox could I put in the side part?
Answer: I think they tell you that in the description. That is the fire box, I suppose it is about 10-12” in diameter and maybe 16-18” long.
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do I see meat hooks in the roof of the cook chamber?
Answer: Yes there are hooks installed in the top of the smoker. You will need to get some stainless steel meat hooks. Put your ribs on the meat hooks and hang them over the hooks in the unit. I have used them to hang both beef and pork ribs and it gives you a great EVEN smoke. I a good horizontal smoker/griller that I have used and loved for 10 years. I also have an EGG. However the Dyna-Glo out performs both for smoking ribs. For the 4th I hung both beef and pork ribs and still had plenty of room to smoke big turkey legs on shelves below.
Answer: Yes those are sausage hooks at the top of the smoker. -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: What size temp gauge would I need to replace the one on the unit?
Answer: Yes there sure is!!!! Great for sausage!!
Answer: Yes, there are hooks on the roof of the cooking chamber.
Answer: There are hooks in their to hold the grills not to hang meat.
Answer: yes it has sausage hooks on the top.. very nice smoker
Answer: It did not come with them, we had to buy them
Answer: Yes 6 of them
Answer: There are about 8 or so
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Does sausage rack rotate?
Answer: Hi Eddie,
Answer: Yes you can pivot it by hand to rotate the sausage or to add sausage or take out sausage
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Do you offer an insulated blanket for the main smoke chamber?
Answer: You can pick up a high temp blanket relatively cheap, but you may fair better just moving your smoker to a more shielded area. One thing I always have in the yard is a pallet to use as a windbreaker. If you have your smoker sealed with lavalock I was able to keep 225 for hours with 5lbs of applewood coals and throwing a few chunks in the firebox every half hour or so in 33° with 30mph winds
Answer: Came with rain cover no insulated blanket don't know if they offer one or not I feeling
Answer: Negative, but great smoker.
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Can the wheels be reversed with the legs? It looks awkward to move.
Answer: No, you can't reverse then but it isn't hard to move (I was surprised too). The problem I had is that the bottom weld on the smoke chamber leaks liquid all over my deck.
Answer: No they cannot. I must say this smoker is the best I’ve ever owned. This set up is user friendly and moving the smoker is easy. You’ll love it!
Answer: It is very easy to move just as it is. We love this pit!
Answer: I don't think so. While moving it is quite balanced.
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How thick is the steel on this smoker?
Answer: Hello Keith. The cook grids are Steel A3 dia= 5mm/ 3.5mm. The charcoal grate is A3 5.5mm. The doors are 2.5mm steel. The back, sides, top, and bottom are 1.5mm spcc. The offset firebox 1.2mm steel/SPCC but the door is 2.55mm spcc. We hope this answers your question! -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: The fire box and ash pan are roughly a 1/16th of an inch thick, can't see it lasting very long, but it Cooks great right now
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How much room is between each rack?
Answer: 5 inches. Remove a rack and then you would have 10 or 15 or 20. There are also hooks at the top for hanging sausages or meats that are suitable for being strung up.
Answer: 4 1/2 inches, but the racks are removable. Shouldn't be a problem unless feeding an Army.
Answer: There's just a little bit over 5" between each rack.
Answer: I was able to fit 12lb briskets with ease. But you can also remove to put bigger things in it
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How do you control the temp?
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Answer: Temperature is controlled by the size of the fire and how much air is taken in, and how much is exhausted. There are vents in the firebox that control air intake, and a valved chimney to control exhaust. I usually had the chimney open, and the air intake at approximately 1/4. This was with a relatively small fire.
Answer: By how much fuel/ wood you put in, how big is your fire. Then how much air you give it. Ya have to pay attention.
Answer: By air flow via vent and chimney flew.
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Does anyone know what diameter the support legs are and the diameter of tubing used for main support that has the wheels and axle attached?
Answer: The support legs are 76mm in diameter and the wheels are 10mm in diameter. -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: Wouldn't know the measurements but it is more than sufficient to support the fire box and smoker. Just don't try to pull it across uneven terrain without help because the whole assembly is top heavy though very well constructed with heavy gauge steel. Not designed for towing behind a pickup. Nor would I try to move it while the firebox is going and the smoking chamber is loaded with cooking food. Same holds true with most any smoker.
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How many average size pork butts would it hold ?
Answer: You can put 2 per shelf without a problem. I have hung 5 slabs of ribs and put 2 butts on the bottom shelf.. You can only use 3 shelves because of the height of the butts so the real number is 6.
Answer: If you want you can do 5. The lower rack gets kind of hot however. I can do 2 butts and 3 racks of ribs no problem. I did 4 racks last weekend using the bottom rack for liquid. I really like the smoke for the price
Answer: There are six racks so six large butts will easily fit. I would want to have some room for hot air and smoke to move around meat. If for some reason more roasts need to be cooked I,m sure more could fit in. Depends on size as I recently bought a twin pack that weighed over 20 pounds.
Answer: I’ve put 8 on mine and still had room for two racks of baby back ribs. One thing about this is you will have to rotate the butts a few times to get an even bark all the way around. If you don’t want to do the work -4 butts and 4 tenderloins - 1 each on each rack.
Answer: 3....4
Answer: 5 or 6
Q:
Why does it say free shipping then get to checkout it adds shipping cost?
Answer: If u look closer it will have the shipping deduction right below charge. They want to show u how much u saved
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Will an entire 10-15lb brisket flat fit on one grate without having to cut it?
Answer: The grate dimensions on this smoker are 16.75" x 16.75" and can hold up to 25 lbs. The average full brisket weighs in at 8-12 pounds and is about 12-20 inches long and about 12 inches wide. It depends on how large your brisket is but in most cases it should fit in this smoker. -GHP Group Customer Support
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How many briskets can I smoke at a time?
Answer: Each grate can hold roughly two 5 lbs briskets (10 total @ 5 lbs each). Anything larger will require 1 per grate (5 total) for proper air flow. - GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: If you have one per rack- 6, if you have 2 per rack -12 or more, depends on the size of the briskets though.
Answer: I am able to do two medium sized briskets at a time.
Answer: Whole briskets will be a problem but flats or points 1 per shelf.
Answer: One rack holds one 10 lb butt, or 3/4 loin nicely x 5 racks
Answer: 5 big ones or 10 small ones
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I have to cook for an upcoming wedding. I need it prior to the wedding. How long will it take to get to the Boston area from the time i order it?
Answer: That a good question
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What is the gauge of steel?
Answer: I'm not sure what gauge, but it's heavy, it's not cheap thin metal.
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Does anyone know what diameter the support legs are and the diameter of tubing used for main support that has the wheels and axle attached?
Answer: The support legs are 76mm in diameter and the wheels are 10mm in diameter. -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: Wouldn't know the measurements but it is more than sufficient to support the fire box and smoker. Just don't try to pull it across uneven terrain without help because the whole assembly is top heavy though very well constructed with heavy gauge steel. Not designed for towing behind a pickup. Nor would I try to move it while the firebox is going and the smoking chamber is loaded with cooking food. Same holds true with most any smoker.
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How well does this smoker work with just wood splits instead of charcoal?
Answer: I use a combination of coal and wet wood to regulate heat and smoke. While I bought the smoker for logs instead of chips, I have not had the opportunity to try any splits. However, based on my experience with the unit to date, I don’t think splits should be a problem once you get experience with the vents.
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Is there a water bowl in this smoker?
Answer: Hello, this smoker does come with a water bowl. -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: No, but there is plenty of space to put a water pan on one of the shelves. I usually fill the pan with fruit juice for extra flavor.
Answer: Yes, pan on bottom shelf hold about a gallon of water.
Answer: Yes, it goes on the bottom. My husband usually fills it with fruit juice for more flavorful meat.
Answer: Yes there is one that goes in the bottom
Answer: Yes
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It was working fine for about 5-6 hours, with briquettes. But then I couldn't get temp in main area over 220 used whole bag of charcoal? Ideas?
Answer: A. The general temp for 'smoking' is 220°. So if your looking for hotter temps, I would recommend using a griil.
Answer: You need to keep it clean underneath. Get ash out. It needs air to draft. Or try lump charcoal. Works well.
Answer: Hi Dan, we are so sorry to hear about your experience! Our customer service team would be more than happy to help provide you with technical assistance regarding this smoker! Just reach out by phone at 877-447-4768 or email at http://www.ghpgroupinc.com/CTUS.html - GHP Group
Answer: you are venting the grill to much it has a great flow threw close your vents on the charcoal side and just the top vent to half open use a few pieses of oak of wood to help with the temp to get steady and hotter.
Answer: You may want to try lump charcoal. I had that issue and lump solved the problem
Answer: I would increase the air flow at the fire box for large temperature increases
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How long does it maintain temperature without interference?
Answer: Once I got it dialed in, I'd check on it every 3-4 hours (monitoring temp probes from inside the whole time tho) but this smoker has been pretty rock solid on temps for me. Would suggest getting gaskets for the door, tho.
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can I cold smoke
Answer: Hello Bill, since this smoker is powered by charcoal, if you used the right amount of coals and maintained it properly, you could cold smoke with this! -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: as far as cold smoking in the big dyna glo signature eeries it would be very hard to maintain temps under 80*- 100* deg.necessary for proper cold smoking, what I have used is placing an a-mazn-n smoker cold smoker , (under $30) in the cooking chamber and it will cold smoke for 8-10 hrs. your best alternative.Many members of Smoking meat forum.com use this method w/great results.
Answer: Definitely. It is very good at that.
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Can I hang kabob skewers from the top area that's made to hang sausages? how many do you think?
Answer: You could. They will definitely fit. The lower chunks will get more heat, so I'm not sure how you will compensate for the heat differential. Maybe put larger chucks lower? But then, kabobs aren't meant for low and slow smoking.
Answer: Hello Marty, we hope Sepp's answer was helpful! Although this would be doable with the 6 hooks, you may want to consider the cooking technique! -GHP Group Customer Support
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Whats the temp range? I would like to be able to cook at high temps as well as smoke
Answer: This is an offset vertical smoker. NOT A GRILL. Look into a kamado if you want the versatility of smoking and grilling.
Answer: Hello John., the temperatures this smoker is capable of reaching are completely dependent on the ambient temperatures, amount of food and amount of fuel used. If you are interested in a grill/smoker combo, check out our Signature Series such as model # DGSS730CBO-D. -GHP Group Customer Support
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My shipment is missing the access door. how can i get a replacement? amazon wants to replace the entire unit!!
Answer: The instruction booklet lists a support email you can contact.
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Will this fit a whole brisket?
Answer: It fit a 22 lb turmkey
Answer: You have to hang it, I bought a few S meat hooks
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do I see meat hooks in the roof of the cook chamber?
Answer: Yes there are hooks installed in the top of the smoker. You will need to get some stainless steel meat hooks. Put your ribs on the meat hooks and hang them over the hooks in the unit. I have used them to hang both beef and pork ribs and it gives you a great EVEN smoke. I a good horizontal smoker/griller that I have used and loved for 10 years. I also have an EGG. However the Dyna-Glo out performs both for smoking ribs. For the 4th I hung both beef and pork ribs and still had plenty of room to smoke big turkey legs on shelves below.
Answer: Yes those are sausage hooks at the top of the smoker. -GHP Group Customer Support
Answer: What size temp gauge would I need to replace the one on the unit?
Answer: Yes there sure is!!!! Great for sausage!!
Answer: Yes, there are hooks on the roof of the cooking chamber.
Answer: There are hooks in their to hold the grills not to hang meat.
Answer: yes it has sausage hooks on the top.. very nice smoker
Answer: It did not come with them, we had to buy them
Answer: Yes 6 of them
Answer: There are about 8 or so
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Can i cold smoke with this? and if i need something additional can you please post me the link of what else i need to get?
Answer: Google cold smoke processing the process is a 90 degree temp diverting heat n allowing mostly smoke and take multiple days i wld refer to someone who does old school smoked jerky
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What is the temp guage size how many inches is the item
Answer: 2" W x 3" D
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does this smoker come assembled?
Answer: It does not come assembled, but I believe you can pay extra to have it pre-assembled. Not too difficult, took less that 2 hours to put it together.
Answer: Unfortunately this smoker does not come assembled but it only took me about 45 minutes to fully assemble this product. Instructions were easy and amazingly all the hardware for this smoker was all there.
Answer: No it does not - assembly required.
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Answer: No it doesn’t
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Do you need to use high temp paint to maintain the heat? or just use the high temp sealer and gaskets?
Answer: I bought the high temp sealer ...looks like a rope
Answer: Yes you do.
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Can I remove the grate where the fire source is so that I put wood splits to burn over the charcoal?
Answer: Absolutely! I’ve had many smokers...this beauty is absolutely the most versatile smoker ever! Hoping you love yours as much as I do!
Answer: Yes..it's exactly what I do.
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Product reviews of Dyna-Glo Signature Series DGSS1382VCS-D Heavy-Duty Vertical Offset Charcoal Smoker & Grill
EvlWaz : Great smoker !
Justin Gehrer : Ok smoker if you put some time and effort into it.
Like most reviews, the shipping box was destroyed and a few parts were bent and/or scratched all to heck. It just takes a little work straightening and some hi temp touch up paint. As for design, make sure you plan on purchasing some form of smoker/BBQ grade sealer as there are a lot of gaps that if left u touched, will let a lot of heat and smoke out. Aside from that, it's a decent smoker.
James Moore : Dyna glo smoker is a good starter smoker.
This thing is great I have used it several times since I got it. It was easy to assemble and seal. I seasoned it. The only problem or complaint I have is on long smoke jobs above 8-9 hours the bottom of the firebox fills up and it is hard to remove the ash. I tried a 16 hour smoke on 60 lbs of brisket for a large family get together. Ended up using a little self made hook to pull ash through the air vent on the side of the fire box drawer.
Paolo Roma : Bent pieces, broken welding
Not happy at all as this looks like a 2nd or floor model that has been moved several times. Likely a return as the box was double tapped back up, as i should have done. Dents in many pieces. Welding is very poor quality as some pieces are broke or non existent. The cylindrical axle on 1 wheel was completely missing. Bends in screws on front prevent closing and locking. I would not recommend this product. Nervous to fire up as the pieces don't align and it's clear their are gaps that will cause heat lose. Worst purchase to date.
Amazon Customer : Great smoker
Got this delivered and put it together in just over an hour, simple assembly and great instructions. It's replacing my Oklahoma Joe, and the steel is a little thinner but it seals up nicely on the firebox and barrel doors. Some lava lock will help the little leaks, but overall very good. I was impressed with the amount of meat it would hold, but to smoke ribs they'll need to be cut down to half or third racks (I cut babybacks into halves) to fit on the racks unless you hang them. I was able to fit two Boston Butts (about 9 pounds each), 8 chicken leg qtrs., and 2 racks of babybacks. I don't think I would have ever been able to get that much on my old horizontal smoker, in the past I've always had to move stuff off and inside to the oven to finish to make room for the smaller meats. Super easy to hit and hold the temp with airflow adjustment. Overall 5 stars. Love it.
Jason Kruger : Take your time
This is like any other "assembly required " item...you need to unbox and organize the parts, read thru the assembly instructions before starting, and then put it together.
The unit is heavy! I got another person to help me move it to the assembly location. Then it was a walk in the park. I put it together myself Ina little over 1 1/2 hours. I also took the added step of sealing all gaps and joints with a high-temp sealant. A roll of lavalock gasket is also recommended, and it sealed both the main door and the rear access port door very well.
Seasoning was a breeze, and it holds heat and smoke far better than my old offset barrel smoker. A brisket used to take 16 hours in that POS. Now, 10 hours. And the deep red smile ring was well pronounced!
The unit is heavy! I got another person to help me move it to the assembly location. Then it was a walk in the park. I put it together myself Ina little over 1 1/2 hours. I also took the added step of sealing all gaps and joints with a high-temp sealant. A roll of lavalock gasket is also recommended, and it sealed both the main door and the rear access port door very well.
Seasoning was a breeze, and it holds heat and smoke far better than my old offset barrel smoker. A brisket used to take 16 hours in that POS. Now, 10 hours. And the deep red smile ring was well pronounced!
Roush0521 : Amazon should double check the products before sending it to costumers.
Broken door, broken heart. This was my husband’s Christmas gift. So, no gift from Santa to him for now.
Caitie Reisinger : Smokin’ smoker
Got this for my Husband’s birthday after we’d purchased one for his brother for his birthday. This guy is relatively easy to assemble (with 2 people) and I like that the heat source is separate from where the meat is cooking. It’s spacious and has more than enough room to roast several racks of ribs.
D. Marx : Smoked 60lbs of pork for a party for the first use - PERFECT
No assembly instructions enclosed so assembly took a little longer using the photo. First time out of the barrel, it worked just as advertised, and the pulled pork was great after 12 hours of smoking. This is a real value for the money. Guests thought it cost 3 times as much.
Amazon Customer : Smoking sitting and beer
Let me be Very clear this product was extremely easy to assemble however you have to watch it while you're smoking anything. It is a b**** to get up to temperature but if you have a charcoal flute or chimney that's not an issue. I will say they did take me about three or four times to master how to get my temperature settings right but for the damnedest I can't get it over 250 degrees but that's perfectly fine cuz I still have my propane for anytime I need to grill. I will say that the low temperature in the main cooking area is non-issue. In fact it's extremely a positive because this allows me to do exactly what I need to do as you can see it holds too large racks of ribs vertically in addition to all the several trays that it has. You just have to buy those extra hooks and I highly recommend them. Long story short I love this product I've recommended it to all my friends the only downside is that you have to sit with it but with an ice chest and enough beer that's not an issue!
James R Williams : Heavy duty and durable.
I give Dyna-Glo Smokers 5 Stars because of their customer service. This is my 2nd Dyna-Glo smoker and I got the damaged parts I needed quickly. They are a little hard to get a hold of but if you leave a call back number, they will get back to you. As far as the Signature Series Smoker I bought, I think that it smokes great. Temperature is easy to control and maintain. It has steel wheels. So as one review of my old smoker wrote, it’s the Customer Service that gets them 5 Stars. Also the smoker is really good. Just have a hand truck available when it’s delivered.
OZ : Good quality.
Wanted a nice smoker and after reading reviews and tons of research I heard this brand was top of line. So I gave it a try, easy to assemble (depending if your handy), after firing it up first time and doing a dry run through then u can use it. I can cook so many things at once with all the shelving, and it holds heat well. Very pleased. Would recommend.
Amazon Customer : Excelleny Value
Product arrived extremely well packaged. Not a dent or ding anywhere. The fastening hardware was sorted and packaged in a 'blister' pack. Nothing missing and no extras. I added heaver split lock washers, but really couldn't say if they will make a difference. Instructions were well written and easy to follow.
I followed the advice of other reviewers and sealed all the joints with either 3M Fire Block FB136 sealant or high temp RTV. If you are using only high temp RTV, plan on using at least two tubes. Also as recommended, I added rockwool tape to the firebox lid, main front door and little back door. One roll did all three with about 4 inched to spare...whew.
Test fired the unit right after assemble. Between the firebox vent and top vent I had no trouble regulating the temperature between 200º and 225º. Granted I did need to mind the fuel, but that and a cold one is what it is all about. For under $300, I don't think you beat this smoker.
California friends all have the $600+ electric plug-in, pellet fired cooking appliances. Sorry boyz, but that just ain't BBQ'n.
-Satisfied Texas Native
I followed the advice of other reviewers and sealed all the joints with either 3M Fire Block FB136 sealant or high temp RTV. If you are using only high temp RTV, plan on using at least two tubes. Also as recommended, I added rockwool tape to the firebox lid, main front door and little back door. One roll did all three with about 4 inched to spare...whew.
Test fired the unit right after assemble. Between the firebox vent and top vent I had no trouble regulating the temperature between 200º and 225º. Granted I did need to mind the fuel, but that and a cold one is what it is all about. For under $300, I don't think you beat this smoker.
California friends all have the $600+ electric plug-in, pellet fired cooking appliances. Sorry boyz, but that just ain't BBQ'n.
-Satisfied Texas Native
L French : Nice smoker, bad rust problem
We purchased 2 of these. The first, we received on April 16th, the 2nd arrived on April 29th. It was "easy enough" to assemble, and there was a small learning curve to figure out how to get the best cook out of them. However, we've only had them operating about a month and the 2nd one is rusting pretty badly already (the first photo is the first one which looks much better than the 2nd). We'll have to remedy this, of course, but will definitely not be purchasing any more of these - not at that price, for something that rusts immediately!
Collin N. : An excellent offset vertical smoker!
This is a great product and so far, I've only assembled it and seasoned it. The packaging was fantastic and the product arrived in great shape. The hardware for assembly was all kept in a nicely designed laminated paper storage system. I should state that I did a couple modifications right of the bat. I added gasket tape to the doors of the vertical smoke chamber and also applied a moderate amount of high temp food-rated silicon to welded edges and connecting pieces. I can't wait until Saturday! We'll be doing buffalo burgers and brisket!
Bryan Sikes : Good smoker, takes time to get to know it
Everything was easy enough to assemble, and it does look good. It takes some time trying different things to get a good smoke, but thats for anything.
The only real con I have is cleaning it, maybe I havent found the best way but other than that its great.
The only real con I have is cleaning it, maybe I havent found the best way but other than that its great.
Roush0521 : Amazon should double check the products before sending it to costumers.
Broken door, broken heart. This was my husband’s Christmas gift. So, no gift from Santa to him for now.
RD : Bummer!
Purchased, arrived easy to assemble. Ran a test run as indicated. Opened up smoker and there was blistering all over the inside, some type of material peeling up. Called for support, was told there is no paint on product. Replied, I was mostly interested in food safety, can I eat food with this peeling...They refused to say whether the product was safe to use with the blistering, then again told me there was no paint in the product. I never mention paint, and request full refund due to defective product. Guy tells me he gets “tons” of these calls a day. Next day support tells me a new smoker is on the way. Later in the day, receive an email indicating they were sending me a replacement door?!? Asked again for refund. No return response. Got this 140lb piece of junk sitting in my garage and I guess I’m out $260.00. Seriously would not recommend this to anyone, if anything will be telling folks to stay away. Should have been issued a refund day one request one. Major bummer bro, was just looking to do some bbq this summer.
john baehr : Time to Smoke..
This is badass.
It is big, and most likely a man will need to assemble. Sorry ladies...
Took me 1 hour and 15 minutes. You need room to spread out and get all the parts out.
But putting it together was a breeze.
The first run was OMG !!!
Best smoker /Grill I have ever owned.
Way better then Oklahoma Joe's crap....
Thank you A++++++
It is big, and most likely a man will need to assemble. Sorry ladies...
Took me 1 hour and 15 minutes. You need room to spread out and get all the parts out.
But putting it together was a breeze.
The first run was OMG !!!
Best smoker /Grill I have ever owned.
Way better then Oklahoma Joe's crap....
Thank you A++++++
SpedTeach : Arrived damaged and poor customer service
I spent ALOT of money on this for my husband as a 25th anniversary present and he was so disappointed when he opened it and found many pieces badly scratched down to bare metal. I contacted the manufacture directly and after a week, they finally responded and wanted pictures which I sent. It took several more weeks for a response that said they would ship me replacements for those parts. That was early August. I followed up several times, with no response. When we finally got in touch with someone, we were told they did not have the parts and did not ship them to us like they said (they had even provided us with a tracking id) - it would be several months before they would have them. At that point, we had the grill several months already and were unable to use it and it was past the return date. When we mentioned that to the manufacturer, they basically said, oh well. It has been several more months, still no parts and no responses back. We ended up getting high heat paint and putting the grill together and it does work well, but I paid ALOT of money for this for and should of at least gotten some money back if they were not going to replace the parts that arrived damaged.
christina mcdade : Don’t buy
I gave this grill a long time before I reviewed. I bought in March. Firebox started rusting after 3 uses. The grill has never been in the rain(even now). 5 months later and firebox is almost gone. No where to order another because I’ve looked. Don’t sell a grill for this high of a price. Especially,’if it is just going to start rustOmg after a couple uses. Will never buy this brand again. I will go with one that actually cares about the customers and offers to replace or cares.
Gregory F Lepore : tremendous bang for the buck
Well designed, reasonably heavy gauge steel. Nice latches for door. It does most of what an expensive Lone Star or other offset does for 1/5th the cost. I gasketed door and siliconed firebox joint, but maybe unnecessary. Running this as a true stick burner yields great q. it requires tending every 45 min or so, but any stick burner does. Once at temp, holds 275 easily. Start with a small load of charcoal, then add some wood, once a good fire going its very stable.
Jimmy Flow : Trash Made in China
I'm not going to sugarcoat this review. The product took awhile to assemble. More than an Ikea masterpiece. During assembly, multiple bolts were stripped, making them difficult to use. Not all components aligned, which made putting this product together more difficult. Additionally, the bolt for the firebox lid was / is missing. It slides into the pre-built brackets but are not held in place.
I've used this smoker several times, with a constant trend: below optimal heat. Its really made for low and slow. If you want to smoke poultry, you more than likely will have to finish in the oven to ensure the meat is fully cooked. Chicken is one of those meats I won't play with. The smoker simply doesn't retain high enough heat for enough time.
Overall, it works but is below quality standards. It's cheap for a reason. I wouldn't recommend unless you need something short-term and cheap. Because that's what you'll get.
I've used this smoker several times, with a constant trend: below optimal heat. Its really made for low and slow. If you want to smoke poultry, you more than likely will have to finish in the oven to ensure the meat is fully cooked. Chicken is one of those meats I won't play with. The smoker simply doesn't retain high enough heat for enough time.
Overall, it works but is below quality standards. It's cheap for a reason. I wouldn't recommend unless you need something short-term and cheap. Because that's what you'll get.
Wesley R. Rock : Husband likes his grill
My husband bought this and it came all banged up. The package seemed to be drug. It says assembly in 30 minutes but that is with 3 people. He was able to bang most of the dents out except the one on the door handle. He called the company and they don't sell replacement handles. They do sell replacement doors. They did offer a partial refund which was nice of them. Even so, the pit still holds heat really well. He loves it, which is why it is a 4 not a 3 star!
Platcrates : Remember to think of it like a cast iron skillet, keep it oiled/seasoned!
Actually bought this for my wife after the home-made smoker self destructed. We raise hogs for our personal use and there is nothing better in the World than smoked pork! Be it ham, loin, butt or bacon it all taste better smoked!!!
Contrary to a lot of the negative posts this smoker was well shipped, no dents scratches or scrapes. All parts were included and went together quite easily. Working at a leisurely pace I managed to assemble it in about 2 and 1/2 hours remembering to not tighten any screw till all holes and screws were lined up properly.
In the photo I uploaded you can see it smoking quite nicely and you can see our old smoker (a dead upright freezer) in the background. Don't be afraid to pull the trigger on this one! I researched it well before purchasing, for the price there's none better!
Contrary to a lot of the negative posts this smoker was well shipped, no dents scratches or scrapes. All parts were included and went together quite easily. Working at a leisurely pace I managed to assemble it in about 2 and 1/2 hours remembering to not tighten any screw till all holes and screws were lined up properly.
In the photo I uploaded you can see it smoking quite nicely and you can see our old smoker (a dead upright freezer) in the background. Don't be afraid to pull the trigger on this one! I researched it well before purchasing, for the price there's none better!
Bill Culbreath : 2x and damaged both times
Really don't know how this product works. The 1st attempt, I spent about 20 mins out of box and separated. I start to assemble and notice a huge dent in barrel. I had to tape box back up and pack everything back. That was an hour and half of my life that I would like back. On the 2nd attempt the smoker was damaged when I open the box. I will return it again. This is a big problem as the box weighs over 120 pounds and I have to take it back to the UPS center. The time and effort for this smoker is really not worth it and trying to contact amazon is virtually impossible.
OZ : Good quality.
Wanted a nice smoker and after reading reviews and tons of research I heard this brand was top of line. So I gave it a try, easy to assemble (depending if your handy), after firing it up first time and doing a dry run through then u can use it. I can cook so many things at once with all the shelving, and it holds heat well. Very pleased. Would recommend.
Bryan Sikes : Good smoker, takes time to get to know it
Everything was easy enough to assemble, and it does look good. It takes some time trying different things to get a good smoke, but thats for anything.
The only real con I have is cleaning it, maybe I havent found the best way but other than that its great.
The only real con I have is cleaning it, maybe I havent found the best way but other than that its great.
Mindy B : Not good at all
Was purchased for my husband's birthday. All the holes and clips are misaligned. We had to redrill holes and cut off areas just to mount the door properly. It is still off. We bought in April 2019 and keep it clean and covered but it is already rusting and chipping. The temp gauge has stopped working and has water in it. The misaligned door has to be lifted before clamped which is difficult when it is hot. The door clamps are hard to adjust.
Update 9/2020.
Already complete rust and falling apart. Even using a cover to protect it from elements. The smoker door fell off and crumbled. Handles falling off and rusted out. Don’t waste your money!
Update 9/2020.
Already complete rust and falling apart. Even using a cover to protect it from elements. The smoker door fell off and crumbled. Handles falling off and rusted out. Don’t waste your money!
Random Dude : Great smoker. Wasnt my first and won't be my last but its perfect for the price.
Firebox is big enough for regular stick use and is very easy to load. Being able to use the firebox as a grill is just an added plus. Takes time to figure out the right draft but it holds heat well. I did have to put the smoker on some blocks to raise it to a comfortable height. An extra foot really helps.
riobravo : Not too bad
This is a good smoker... eats a bit of wood and is temperamental. If ya don't mind babysitting the smoker for sudden temp changes this one does do a decent job.
I would recommend getting this cover for it -
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HK2Q9Q2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Fit my Dyna-Glo perfectly !!! is much cheaper and better than the 80 dollar ones !!!
I would recommend getting this cover for it -
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HK2Q9Q2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Fit my Dyna-Glo perfectly !!! is much cheaper and better than the 80 dollar ones !!!
Thomas C. : good value
This smoker is a good value for the money spent. Unlike reports in a few reviews, my smoker arrived undamaged. Packaging was poor, at best, however,
Being an inexpensive smoker it requires sealing with high temp silicone at the joints, and gasket material to the cooker and fire box doors. Once sealed, the unit performs well. Sealing was done at the time of assembly.
Assembly took two of us less than an hour.
Consistent temps can be achieved by building a smaller fire, and the use of the dampers. I add wood/charcoal approximately every 1 1/4- 1 1/2 hours.
I built an expanded metal 12"X12"X6" charcoal basket, and added an upgraded thermometer.
After 5 cooks in three weeks, I am more than pleased with the performance of this smoker.
This smoker is a good value for the budget minded back yard chef.
Being an inexpensive smoker it requires sealing with high temp silicone at the joints, and gasket material to the cooker and fire box doors. Once sealed, the unit performs well. Sealing was done at the time of assembly.
Assembly took two of us less than an hour.
Consistent temps can be achieved by building a smaller fire, and the use of the dampers. I add wood/charcoal approximately every 1 1/4- 1 1/2 hours.
I built an expanded metal 12"X12"X6" charcoal basket, and added an upgraded thermometer.
After 5 cooks in three weeks, I am more than pleased with the performance of this smoker.
This smoker is a good value for the budget minded back yard chef.
Robert & Linda Restivo : Yum!
I've always wanted to make brisket at home, but have never had the right equipment. I've been a griller, which isn't suited to a proper brisket. Strictly steaks, chops, and burgers. So I finally decided to upgrade to a smoker. In preparation, I read Smoky Hale's book, which I recommend. (https://smile.amazon.com/American-Barbecue-Grilling-Manual-2000-05-01/dp/B01K3JC5KU/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=great+american+manual+hale&qid=1592756378&sr=8-1) (I got mine at the local Goodwill!)
I bought the combination smoker & cover. Covers are necessities for any grill, and the Dyna-Glo cover fits this smoker like a glove. I had read all the previous reviews and also bought the LavaLock gasket seal (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F9FE60K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1).
Previous reviews mentioned that the unit arrives damaged, and mine was no exception. There were a couple of dents and scratches to the vertical smoking chamber. One dent was such that the smoker could not be assembled without repair. Amazon was kind enough to offer a 35% discount instead of a replacement, which was quite acceptable.
I pounded out the dent, and then assembled the unit. I used the LavaLock seal between the two halves of the offset chamber, on the connection pipe between the offset and smoking chambers, and at the joint of smokestack and vertical chamber. I also sealed the doors to the offset chamber and the main smoker door, and the charcoal tray. (I still have to seal the small access door on the smoker chamber.) It takes 2 15' rolls of LavaLock to seal the entire unit. The only tools required were a screwdriver, a combination wrench, and a socket/ratchet. I was able to put it together by myself, and it took as long to apply the gasket seal as to tighten the bolts.
I hadn't sealed the main smoker door when I seasoned it, and without the gasket seal the main smoker door leaks smoke and heat like a chimney. Sealed, it doesn't leak at all.
The first time smoking, I didn't have an internal thermometer and had to rely on the clock. I was smoking a 17 pound brisket, an whole spatchcocked chicken, and 2 pounds of sausage. I ran the brisket for about 10 hours and it hadn't converted the collagen to gelatin. It was still good, just not as tender as it should've been. The chicken was in the smoker for about 4 hours and came out great. Oh, also grill pineapple. I didn't skin or core it, just sliced into 1" slabs and threw it on the grate. Highly recommended.
I purchased the Enzoo wireless thermometer (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Y385YR3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) prior to my second attempt. This is an absolute necessity. I was able to monitor the temperatures throughout the cooking process without opening the main chamber. I think I took my first brisket out while it was still in the meat stall. I started the second brisket at about 9:30 a.m. and finally took it out at 1:30 in the morning ... 16 hours. But it came out great.
When cooking, the fire initially burns evenly throughout the offset chamber. (I take the grills out because they just get in the way.) As the cooking continues, the offset chamber fills with ash, which affects the burn. I noticed that the fire was primarily on the air intake side of the chamber. I tried moving coals and creating channels to get more air throughout the chamber, but the temperature would stay stubbornly around 205 for hours. Finally, I piled all the charcoal against the air intake side of the chamber, and in no time the temperature was back in the 230 range. This becomes necessary after 6-8 hours. I think if I figured that out sooner, I could've shortened my 16 hour marathon.
As mentioned in previous reviews, this is a fine grill for the money. But sealing all the joints and doors with the gasket seal is absolutely necessary. Also, be sure to have a remote thermometer system. Happy barbecuing.
I bought the combination smoker & cover. Covers are necessities for any grill, and the Dyna-Glo cover fits this smoker like a glove. I had read all the previous reviews and also bought the LavaLock gasket seal (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F9FE60K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1).
Previous reviews mentioned that the unit arrives damaged, and mine was no exception. There were a couple of dents and scratches to the vertical smoking chamber. One dent was such that the smoker could not be assembled without repair. Amazon was kind enough to offer a 35% discount instead of a replacement, which was quite acceptable.
I pounded out the dent, and then assembled the unit. I used the LavaLock seal between the two halves of the offset chamber, on the connection pipe between the offset and smoking chambers, and at the joint of smokestack and vertical chamber. I also sealed the doors to the offset chamber and the main smoker door, and the charcoal tray. (I still have to seal the small access door on the smoker chamber.) It takes 2 15' rolls of LavaLock to seal the entire unit. The only tools required were a screwdriver, a combination wrench, and a socket/ratchet. I was able to put it together by myself, and it took as long to apply the gasket seal as to tighten the bolts.
I hadn't sealed the main smoker door when I seasoned it, and without the gasket seal the main smoker door leaks smoke and heat like a chimney. Sealed, it doesn't leak at all.
The first time smoking, I didn't have an internal thermometer and had to rely on the clock. I was smoking a 17 pound brisket, an whole spatchcocked chicken, and 2 pounds of sausage. I ran the brisket for about 10 hours and it hadn't converted the collagen to gelatin. It was still good, just not as tender as it should've been. The chicken was in the smoker for about 4 hours and came out great. Oh, also grill pineapple. I didn't skin or core it, just sliced into 1" slabs and threw it on the grate. Highly recommended.
I purchased the Enzoo wireless thermometer (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Y385YR3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) prior to my second attempt. This is an absolute necessity. I was able to monitor the temperatures throughout the cooking process without opening the main chamber. I think I took my first brisket out while it was still in the meat stall. I started the second brisket at about 9:30 a.m. and finally took it out at 1:30 in the morning ... 16 hours. But it came out great.
When cooking, the fire initially burns evenly throughout the offset chamber. (I take the grills out because they just get in the way.) As the cooking continues, the offset chamber fills with ash, which affects the burn. I noticed that the fire was primarily on the air intake side of the chamber. I tried moving coals and creating channels to get more air throughout the chamber, but the temperature would stay stubbornly around 205 for hours. Finally, I piled all the charcoal against the air intake side of the chamber, and in no time the temperature was back in the 230 range. This becomes necessary after 6-8 hours. I think if I figured that out sooner, I could've shortened my 16 hour marathon.
As mentioned in previous reviews, this is a fine grill for the money. But sealing all the joints and doors with the gasket seal is absolutely necessary. Also, be sure to have a remote thermometer system. Happy barbecuing.
Collin N. : An excellent offset vertical smoker!
This is a great product and so far, I've only assembled it and seasoned it. The packaging was fantastic and the product arrived in great shape. The hardware for assembly was all kept in a nicely designed laminated paper storage system. I should state that I did a couple modifications right of the bat. I added gasket tape to the doors of the vertical smoke chamber and also applied a moderate amount of high temp food-rated silicon to welded edges and connecting pieces. I can't wait until Saturday! We'll be doing buffalo burgers and brisket!
Charles Chaffee : Solidly Built, Learn To Use
It wasn’t too terribly hard to assemble, but time consuming, which is fine. Have tools. Strictly as a long smoker, I’m sure it is great. But if you use lump charcoal like I do, I would highly recommend using standard briquettes to get those started, as the fire box isn’t vented perfectly to get the amount of air necessary to get the entire coal bed going with lump charcoal. Moreover, you will struggle to get the vertical chamber hot enough to do anything besides slow smoking. So definitely trial and error and patience are required if you are not familiar with vertical offset charcoal smokers as I wasn’t). Possibly too you could look into ways to better seal the seam between firebox and smoking chamber. All things considered though, for just under $300, and for what it is intended for, you his is a very solidly built unit that works as intended with the proper knowledge and process.
graham : Worth getting the Lavatape and cover.
This review is based on assembly and 1st use.
Packaging; 1st problem is that most of the parts are packed inside the vertical chamber. Getting them out took some effort to not damage the grill supporters. Lots of Styrofoam which 3nds up as little beads both inside the smoker as well as all over the yard.
Assembly: I liked the hardware pack that kept each of the bolts, nuts, etc. separate and identified. Two additional tools should be at hand for assembly: right angle screwdriver and vise grip pliers. The former will be necessary to attach the firebox to the smoker; the latter to hold the axle while tightening the wheel nuts. Also I found it easier to attach the firebox to the smoker while the smoker is on its back with firebox up. The instructions show smoker vertical and firebox horizontal. I did purchase the recommended "lava tape" and sealed the smoker doors and firebox cover. Had 5 inches to spare. Also got the recommended cover. Fits fine.
1st use: smoked chicken. Took almost a full bag of natural wood charcoal to smoke for 4 hours. No smoke leakage from doors, etc where I put Lava tape, but some at connection of firebox to smoker. Meat temp was only 130 F after 4 hours so finished it off in the microwave. Good smoke flavor with apple wood chips.
Packaging; 1st problem is that most of the parts are packed inside the vertical chamber. Getting them out took some effort to not damage the grill supporters. Lots of Styrofoam which 3nds up as little beads both inside the smoker as well as all over the yard.
Assembly: I liked the hardware pack that kept each of the bolts, nuts, etc. separate and identified. Two additional tools should be at hand for assembly: right angle screwdriver and vise grip pliers. The former will be necessary to attach the firebox to the smoker; the latter to hold the axle while tightening the wheel nuts. Also I found it easier to attach the firebox to the smoker while the smoker is on its back with firebox up. The instructions show smoker vertical and firebox horizontal. I did purchase the recommended "lava tape" and sealed the smoker doors and firebox cover. Had 5 inches to spare. Also got the recommended cover. Fits fine.
1st use: smoked chicken. Took almost a full bag of natural wood charcoal to smoke for 4 hours. No smoke leakage from doors, etc where I put Lava tape, but some at connection of firebox to smoker. Meat temp was only 130 F after 4 hours so finished it off in the microwave. Good smoke flavor with apple wood chips.
Michael A. Wendorff : This looks like a winner for the money
I only gave this four stars overall simply because I haven't been able to use it yet. The first time I fired it up to season it, I was very impressed with how well the smoke and air flowed from fire box to the smoke racks with minimal loss of either. What smoke escape there is I've added lava tape around doors of both box and smoke tower to reduce further any loss. I've put together a number of grills and smokers over the years so this was not difficult to assemble. READ THE DIRECTIONS! It is quite heavy. My wife said it looks like the Tin Man from Oz so the Tin Man it has been dubbed. I may update this review after Tin Man gets some real use.
g c : Very happy with this smoker.
I switched from a horizontal cross flow to this vertical smoker. Three smoke sessions later and I wonder why I didn’t do this sooner. I had 70 pounds of pork shoulder on this and there was still one shelf empty.
This is easy to assemble but heavy.
The style of door latch could be a little better, but overall this seems to be a great smoker.
This is easy to assemble but heavy.
The style of door latch could be a little better, but overall this seems to be a great smoker.
freddy sandoval : A must have!
Since I purchased my smoker and definitely have a new hobby! I’m still experimenting with rubs and have a long way to go but my family, friends and I really enjoy smoking new recipes!
Jeanette : Fantastic purchase!
I bought this smoker for my husband as a Father's Day gift. He'd been saying for a few years that he wanted to buy a smoker, and he spent time researching off and on for one. He ended up finding this one and another brand smoker under a hardware store website. I asked my brother to help me research smokers, and he sent me a list that included the Dyno Glo. I was sold and simply hoping I could find it here on Amazon - TAH-DAH! And ... I placed the order on 6/14, and it arrived on 6/18. My husband has used it a couple of times this summer, and it has worked beautifully. Fantastic purchase!!
Platcrates : Remember to think of it like a cast iron skillet, keep it oiled/seasoned!
Actually bought this for my wife after the home-made smoker self destructed. We raise hogs for our personal use and there is nothing better in the World than smoked pork! Be it ham, loin, butt or bacon it all taste better smoked!!!
Contrary to a lot of the negative posts this smoker was well shipped, no dents scratches or scrapes. All parts were included and went together quite easily. Working at a leisurely pace I managed to assemble it in about 2 and 1/2 hours remembering to not tighten any screw till all holes and screws were lined up properly.
In the photo I uploaded you can see it smoking quite nicely and you can see our old smoker (a dead upright freezer) in the background. Don't be afraid to pull the trigger on this one! I researched it well before purchasing, for the price there's none better!
Contrary to a lot of the negative posts this smoker was well shipped, no dents scratches or scrapes. All parts were included and went together quite easily. Working at a leisurely pace I managed to assemble it in about 2 and 1/2 hours remembering to not tighten any screw till all holes and screws were lined up properly.
In the photo I uploaded you can see it smoking quite nicely and you can see our old smoker (a dead upright freezer) in the background. Don't be afraid to pull the trigger on this one! I researched it well before purchasing, for the price there's none better!
Jerry Bryant : Sweet!
This is a monster, weighs as much as a car but rock solid. There was a little issues putting it together. It all lined up and such but there are pieces that are really hard to reach when you dont have a helper. There is TONS of space in this bad boy. You can smoke a ton of meat in here. Now for me i like the offset smoker. I will be smoking cheese so i want the smoke but not the heat. Well worth the money.
Concerned : Great Grill Smoker
Like the quantity of meat that can be cooked at one time. I can grill-smoke a weeks worth of food for the family in one cook. Also was able to grill-smoke a whole small turkey for Thanksgiving. I say grill-smoke as I am not truly "Smoking" the food but grilling at a lower temp and adding the smoky flavor. I cooked a 10lb turkey for 4 hours and the smoker held a consistent range of 230-250 above the turkey and 200-220 below (drip pan was deflecting the heat). I was monitoring and documenting every 5 minutes so I could give the wife a heads up when it would be done. I do suggest getting a digital multiple probe Bluetooth thermometer for accuracy and ability to cook several types and cuts of meet at a time. Also make sure to seal all the gaps and holes during construction as this helps with keeping the temp consistent and achieving lower temps.
CKP : Dyna-glo smoker
I was very pleased with my smoker. It was easy to put together with the help from my wife. The 2 screws that people talk about was no problem for me. The only thing I see wrong with it and it doesn't effect the smoker is they put the model # plate upside down. Will season tomorrow after lavalock dries.
RealBigSwede : Nice instructions
Nice instructions and easy to read. took me about 1.45 hour to put together. One thing is the packing could be better done in china. Scuff mark all over, but nothing a bottle of high temp paint can take care of so it will not rust right away. The water bowl was damage and I could not fix it because it is a ceramic bowl, but a quick call to the company and they send a new in 2 days. The person on the other end was super nice and helpful. One thing the company should do is to include the sealer and the BBQ tape. It is needed!
In over all I am impressed with the Quality and a very nice future is so many on the nuts are already welded in to the frames. Very few nuts to fiddle around with. I like the metal big wheels. Makes the unit easy to move around. The grilling surface are with ceramic coating, Nice. That makes them easy to clean and lasting much longer.
The only thing is the grill area is very low to the ground, but I discover that fs you are sitting grilling, not bad. I now can clod smoke stuff, around 100F. Fish, like salmon and cheese. Test like heaven.
Other thing is the firebox is little small, have to check it about every 45-60 min.
In overall I like the unit and can east recumbent it to them that try to get on the real BBQ train. For this price and what you get it is a real "steal". Just one thing, it is a very heavy box 135 pound, so have someone (wife ;-)) help carry it around and build it.
HAPPY BBQ!!
In over all I am impressed with the Quality and a very nice future is so many on the nuts are already welded in to the frames. Very few nuts to fiddle around with. I like the metal big wheels. Makes the unit easy to move around. The grilling surface are with ceramic coating, Nice. That makes them easy to clean and lasting much longer.
The only thing is the grill area is very low to the ground, but I discover that fs you are sitting grilling, not bad. I now can clod smoke stuff, around 100F. Fish, like salmon and cheese. Test like heaven.
Other thing is the firebox is little small, have to check it about every 45-60 min.
In overall I like the unit and can east recumbent it to them that try to get on the real BBQ train. For this price and what you get it is a real "steal". Just one thing, it is a very heavy box 135 pound, so have someone (wife ;-)) help carry it around and build it.
HAPPY BBQ!!
William Bass : Fuel Hog
For the money, I believe the smoker is well built. The problem I am having is that it does not hold a consistent temperature and I have to add a whole lot of fuel to keep it going. I have found on a long smoke, for example, I cannot simply load up the charcoal box and forget it. It takes constant monitoring and requires continuous additions of fuel. Not very user friendly. Also, on a long cook, there is really no way to empty the ash from the fire box. I have relegated this thing to a cold smoker for my country hams. It works pretty good for that.
Charles Chaffee : Solidly Built, Learn To Use
It wasn’t too terribly hard to assemble, but time consuming, which is fine. Have tools. Strictly as a long smoker, I’m sure it is great. But if you use lump charcoal like I do, I would highly recommend using standard briquettes to get those started, as the fire box isn’t vented perfectly to get the amount of air necessary to get the entire coal bed going with lump charcoal. Moreover, you will struggle to get the vertical chamber hot enough to do anything besides slow smoking. So definitely trial and error and patience are required if you are not familiar with vertical offset charcoal smokers as I wasn’t). Possibly too you could look into ways to better seal the seam between firebox and smoking chamber. All things considered though, for just under $300, and for what it is intended for, you his is a very solidly built unit that works as intended with the proper knowledge and process.
Mr Farris : Great smoker. Very happy
Very good smoker, especially considering the price friends have paid for theirs that are poorer quality.
A lot of total area for more meat. The other day I smoked 10 racks of baby back ribs at once (cut in half, with some room to spare). Week before that I had 4 large tri-tips, 4 ribeye steaks, 16 burgers, and 3 lbs of chicken breast.
Fairly easy assembly, with one bolt not lining up perfectly, but a little muscle is all it needed.
I read about areas not sealing, but it’s a small percentage of smoke escaping. I didn’t find the need for any sealant or high temp tape.
The best part is the smaller footprint it has in my backyard. It takes up half the space of a horizontal smoker.
A lot of total area for more meat. The other day I smoked 10 racks of baby back ribs at once (cut in half, with some room to spare). Week before that I had 4 large tri-tips, 4 ribeye steaks, 16 burgers, and 3 lbs of chicken breast.
Fairly easy assembly, with one bolt not lining up perfectly, but a little muscle is all it needed.
I read about areas not sealing, but it’s a small percentage of smoke escaping. I didn’t find the need for any sealant or high temp tape.
The best part is the smaller footprint it has in my backyard. It takes up half the space of a horizontal smoker.
juliana martin : Great value. Great bbq. Be ready for some mods
I’ve been happy with this smoker. Does need some mods. I installed 2 more thermometers so I can get temps from bottom shelf to top. About 50 degrees variance. Don’t mind that too much. If I want to slowly smoke a butt I can put in the top or I can really push one thru on the bottom if we are in a hurry.
Definitely needs the heat seal tape and rtv caulk around the doors and welds. I also used expanded metal to make a charcoal basket to help with the minion method. I use a little less fuel and it helps it burn a little more efficiently.
I’ve done ribs, butts, chickens, beef, homemade sausages, and pork belly burnt ends. Everything has turned out great.
For the price it’s a great entry level smoker. Only reason I’m giving it 4 stars is that the ash isn’t easy to clean out during a cook and shelves not easy to move. All in all I’ve had fun with it and it’s performed.
Definitely needs the heat seal tape and rtv caulk around the doors and welds. I also used expanded metal to make a charcoal basket to help with the minion method. I use a little less fuel and it helps it burn a little more efficiently.
I’ve done ribs, butts, chickens, beef, homemade sausages, and pork belly burnt ends. Everything has turned out great.
For the price it’s a great entry level smoker. Only reason I’m giving it 4 stars is that the ash isn’t easy to clean out during a cook and shelves not easy to move. All in all I’ve had fun with it and it’s performed.
Brent ledbetter : Bang for the buck is amazing
Soo, here's the thing, I got this bad boy delived and all for $265. Buy some heat rated sealer for around the edges, as this smoker does leak heat in spots. The tray for the fuel could be bigger and better designed. Do not use the gas chamber for direct grill unless it's a quick sear your looking for. The trays are close together but you have to understand this vertical stack allows up to 1100" of smoking ???????????????? the trays shouldn't have been stainless. Black would've been better but whatever, it makes you clean them a little more. I've made some killer ribs, salmon, and even a brisket on this guy and it was worth every penny. Put it together by myself in 40 min
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