shipwreck wrote:

> I'm 10 hours into an expected 19 for 15lbs of butt. I normally turn
> it once at this point. It's always been great. However, I'm
> wondering if I really need to.
>
> WSM, top rack, 235temp perfect all night.
>
> Is there a need or flip it or just leave it alone. I don't baste.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Gary

The main issue is probably the texture of the bark - the side toward the
water pan won't bark up like the top unless you turn it. Could be a heat
differential also, between top of butt and cooking grate surface, that
could have some effect over such a long cooking time.