See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:

http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG

I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.

I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
smoke will fill the top and knock me out.

Thanks,
Bobby

wrote:
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby

LOL!
Is that where hurricane Charlie put my shed? Looks just like mine, but I
guess Charlie lost the doors.

No, I wouldn't cook in there without major modifications (more
ventilation), and I don't think that the shed's structure would allow much
without falling apart.

BOB

wrote:
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby

LOL!
Is that where hurricane Charlie put my shed? Looks just like mine, but I
guess Charlie lost the doors.

No, I wouldn't cook in there without major modifications (more
ventilation), and I don't think that the shed's structure would allow much
without falling apart.

BOB

> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>
Take the roof off and it should be fine.

Jack Curry
-Just wait until the rain stops-

> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>
Take the roof off and it should be fine.

Jack Curry
-Just wait until the rain stops-

"Jack Curry" <Jack > took his meds and wrote:
> > wrote in message
> []
> > I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> > back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> > smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
> >
> Take the roof off and it should be fine.
>
> Jack Curry
> -Just wait until the rain stops-

Jack, yer new drugs are working great!

BTW, can't be sure, but looks like he'd hafta take the roof off just ta
stand up straight.

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Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

"Jack Curry" <Jack > took his meds and wrote:
> > wrote in message
> []
> > I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> > back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> > smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
> >
> Take the roof off and it should be fine.
>
> Jack Curry
> -Just wait until the rain stops-

Jack, yer new drugs are working great!

BTW, can't be sure, but looks like he'd hafta take the roof off just ta
stand up straight.

--
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Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

wrote:
> "Jack Curry" <Jack > took his meds and wrote:
>> > wrote in message
>> []
>>> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
>>> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide
>>> and smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>>>
>> Take the roof off and it should be fine.
>>
>> Jack Curry
>> -Just wait until the rain stops-
>
> Jack, yer new drugs are working great!
>
> BTW, can't be sure, but looks like he'd hafta take the roof off just ta
> stand up straight.
>
Nick, *YES* to both. I *had* a shed just like that 'til Charlie blew
through here.

BOB

wrote:
> "Jack Curry" <Jack > took his meds and wrote:
>> > wrote in message
>> []
>>> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
>>> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide
>>> and smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>>>
>> Take the roof off and it should be fine.
>>
>> Jack Curry
>> -Just wait until the rain stops-
>
> Jack, yer new drugs are working great!
>
> BTW, can't be sure, but looks like he'd hafta take the roof off just ta
> stand up straight.
>
Nick, *YES* to both. I *had* a shed just like that 'til Charlie blew
through here.

BOB

I guess that means the answer is "no." I went outside and checked. I
can stand up straight in the shed, but with not much room to spare.

My wife says she would tear the shed down if it were our house, but we
are just renting.

Maybe it is because we live in Louisiana now, but I seem to be
barbecueing in the rain a fair amount.
Thanks for your replies.

- Bobby

I guess that means the answer is "no." I went outside and checked. I
can stand up straight in the shed, but with not much room to spare.

My wife says she would tear the shed down if it were our house, but we
are just renting.

Maybe it is because we live in Louisiana now, but I seem to be
barbecueing in the rain a fair amount.
Thanks for your replies.

- Bobby

" BOB" > wrote:
> wrote:
> > "Jack Curry" <Jack > took his meds and wrote:
> >> []
> >> Take the roof off and it should be fine.
> >>
> >> -Just wait until the rain stops-
> >
> > Jack, yer new drugs are working great!
> >
> > BTW, can't be sure, but looks like he'd hafta take the roof off just ta
> > stand up straight.
> >
> Nick, *YES* to both. I *had* a shed just like that 'til Charlie blew
> through here.
>
I still have one. Keep banging my head on the roof.

You'd hafta go down ta West Hollywood for Charlie ta :-0

--
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Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

" BOB" > wrote:
> wrote:
> > "Jack Curry" <Jack > took his meds and wrote:
> >> []
> >> Take the roof off and it should be fine.
> >>
> >> -Just wait until the rain stops-
> >
> > Jack, yer new drugs are working great!
> >
> > BTW, can't be sure, but looks like he'd hafta take the roof off just ta
> > stand up straight.
> >
> Nick, *YES* to both. I *had* a shed just like that 'til Charlie blew
> through here.
>
I still have one. Keep banging my head on the roof.

You'd hafta go down ta West Hollywood for Charlie ta :-0

--
Nick. Christmas Day, the twenty-fifth Day of December, being established a
Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

wrote:
> I guess that means the answer is "no." I went outside and checked. I
> can stand up straight in the shed, but with not much room to spare.
>
> My wife says she would tear the shed down if it were our house, but we
> are just renting.
>
> Maybe it is because we live in Louisiana now, but I seem to be
> barbecueing in the rain a fair amount.
> Thanks for your replies.
>
> - Bobby

Bobby, I'm sorry for funnin' atcha. Yes, the answer is NO. Taking a chance
with carbon monoxide is a bad idea since it's tasteless, colorless, odorless
and often fatal. Either find another cover, like a big umbrella, or wait
until you have a sunny day.

Jack Curry

wrote:
> I guess that means the answer is "no." I went outside and checked. I
> can stand up straight in the shed, but with not much room to spare.
>
> My wife says she would tear the shed down if it were our house, but we
> are just renting.
>
> Maybe it is because we live in Louisiana now, but I seem to be
> barbecueing in the rain a fair amount.
> Thanks for your replies.
>
> - Bobby

Bobby, I'm sorry for funnin' atcha. Yes, the answer is NO. Taking a chance
with carbon monoxide is a bad idea since it's tasteless, colorless, odorless
and often fatal. Either find another cover, like a big umbrella, or wait
until you have a sunny day.

Jack Curry

wrote:
> I guess that means the answer is "no." I went outside and checked. I
> can stand up straight in the shed, but with not much room to spare.
>
> My wife says she would tear the shed down if it were our house, but we
> are just renting.
>
> Maybe it is because we live in Louisiana now, but I seem to be
> barbecueing in the rain a fair amount.
> Thanks for your replies.
>
I hope ya know we was just funnin' wif ya, Bobby.

Seriously, ya might try stringin' one o' them plastic tarps over the rig ta
keep it (and you) dry. I've even done that here in sunny southern
KKKalifornia on occasion.

--
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Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

Thanks. I thought the replys to my post were very funny. My wife was
also amused. I should have put a on my post, so you would know.

I get frustrated with the rain though. I guess when I get the time
I'll ponder what I could use that would keep the rain off but not kill
me or burn down the house (or both!)

- Bobby

put a on my post, so you would know.
>
> I get frustrated with the rain though.



uh, bobby?? i get 120 inches (don't convert to feet or you'll scream)
of rain a year. you'll survive.

i don't think your "man shed" will have any co2 problems as long as
the
door is open (fourth law of gases by some old geezer that i can't
remember
in my alcohol induced state).

no, no, i got it. it was boyle's law of gases.

keep a watch on the heat above the cooker.

joe
petersburg (um, pickled herring, it's that time of year) alaska

put a on my post, so you would know.
>
> I get frustrated with the rain though.



uh, bobby?? i get 120 inches (don't convert to feet or you'll scream)
of rain a year. you'll survive.

i don't think your "man shed" will have any co2 problems as long as
the
door is open (fourth law of gases by some old geezer that i can't
remember
in my alcohol induced state).

no, no, i got it. it was boyle's law of gases.

keep a watch on the heat above the cooker.

joe
petersburg (um, pickled herring, it's that time of year) alaska

wrote:

> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>
I think you'll be fine as long as the door stays open, if you want to do
this on a regular basis, then I'd suggest some type of ventilation thru
the roof for extra safety, even rigging up a "vent hood" directly above
the cooker.

--
Mike Willsey
http://groups.msn.com/ThePracticalBarBQr

wrote:

> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>
I think you'll be fine as long as the door stays open, if you want to do
this on a regular basis, then I'd suggest some type of ventilation thru
the roof for extra safety, even rigging up a "vent hood" directly above
the cooker.

--
Mike Willsey
http://groups.msn.com/ThePracticalBarBQr

"just joe" > wrote in message
> no, no, i got it. it was boyle's law of gases.
>

Is that the one that states "don't fart in the presence of an open flame"?

"just joe" > wrote in message
> no, no, i got it. it was boyle's law of gases.
>

Is that the one that states "don't fart in the presence of an open flame"?

> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby

Id be hesitant in there Bobby - but if you try it, I'd put it in the doorway
and stay out of the interior (you) during and after the cook.

I bought one of those self supporting 10x10 popup canopies to set the WSM
under. I already had it pull out a ribfest that I couldn't have gotten
started in the rain like it was. All clear when the guests arrived, but
raining pretty good for the first couple of hours of the cook. Plenty of
ventilation - all 4 sides open, and since it supports itself, I put it over
my driveway and did it right there.

I'll use it again this week if rain threatens my Q. Maybe one day we'll use
it for scouts or swim team like we planned - but for the WSM it is just the
ticket.

- Bo

> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby

Id be hesitant in there Bobby - but if you try it, I'd put it in the doorway
and stay out of the interior (you) during and after the cook.

I bought one of those self supporting 10x10 popup canopies to set the WSM
under. I already had it pull out a ribfest that I couldn't have gotten
started in the rain like it was. All clear when the guests arrived, but
raining pretty good for the first couple of hours of the cook. Plenty of
ventilation - all 4 sides open, and since it supports itself, I put it over
my driveway and did it right there.

I'll use it again this week if rain threatens my Q. Maybe one day we'll use
it for scouts or swim team like we planned - but for the WSM it is just the
ticket.

- Bo

"Edwin Pawlowski" > wrote:
> "just joe" > wrote in message
> > no, no, i got it. it was boyle's law of gases.
> >
> Is that the one that states "don't fart in the presence of an open
> flame"?

I think it was "Stalag 17".

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Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

"Edwin Pawlowski" > wrote:
> "just joe" > wrote in message
> > no, no, i got it. it was boyle's law of gases.
> >
> Is that the one that states "don't fart in the presence of an open
> flame"?

I think it was "Stalag 17".

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Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

"Bo Hica" > wrote:
> []
> I'll use it again this week if rain threatens my Q. Maybe one day we'll
> use it for scouts or swim team like we planned - but for the WSM it is
> just the ticket.
>
BBQing for the Scouts? Does the ACLU know about this?

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Federal holiday by an Act of Congress on June 28, 1870: Merry Christmas!

Thank a Veteran and Support Our Troops! You are not forgotten. Thanks.

hehe-- if that thing doesn't collapse around you, its probably ok <g>


> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>

hehe-- if that thing doesn't collapse around you, its probably ok <g>


> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>

hehe-- if that thing doesn't collapse around you, its probably ok <g>


> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>

hehe-- if that thing doesn't collapse around you, its probably ok <g>


> wrote in message
oups.com...
> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>
> Thanks,
> Bobby
>

Jack Curry wrote:

> wrote:
>
>>I guess that means the answer is "no." I went outside and checked. I
>>can stand up straight in the shed, but with not much room to spare.
>>
>>My wife says she would tear the shed down if it were our house, but we
>>are just renting.
>>
>>Maybe it is because we live in Louisiana now, but I seem to be
>>barbecueing in the rain a fair amount.
>>Thanks for your replies.
>
> Bobby, I'm sorry for funnin' atcha. Yes, the answer is NO. Taking a chance
> with carbon monoxide is a bad idea since it's tasteless, colorless, odorless
> and often fatal. Either find another cover, like a big umbrella, or wait
> until you have a sunny day.

Dang, I was half expecting a Kamado recommendation on this thread.

--
Aloha,

Nathan Lau
San Jose, CA

#include <std.disclaimer>

Jack Curry wrote:

> wrote:
>
>>I guess that means the answer is "no." I went outside and checked. I
>>can stand up straight in the shed, but with not much room to spare.
>>
>>My wife says she would tear the shed down if it were our house, but we
>>are just renting.
>>
>>Maybe it is because we live in Louisiana now, but I seem to be
>>barbecueing in the rain a fair amount.
>>Thanks for your replies.
>
> Bobby, I'm sorry for funnin' atcha. Yes, the answer is NO. Taking a chance
> with carbon monoxide is a bad idea since it's tasteless, colorless, odorless
> and often fatal. Either find another cover, like a big umbrella, or wait
> until you have a sunny day.

Dang, I was half expecting a Kamado recommendation on this thread.

--
Aloha,

Nathan Lau
San Jose, CA

#include <std.disclaimer>

"Nathan Lau" > wrote in message news:sUjvd.45717
>
> Dang, I was half expecting a Kamado recommendation on this thread.


Well, you know I like my Kamado, but a WSM for a *LOT* less money is a fine
cooker.

Jack Curry
-But rain don't bother a Kamado none-

"Nathan Lau" > wrote in message news:sUjvd.45717
>
> Dang, I was half expecting a Kamado recommendation on this thread.


Well, you know I like my Kamado, but a WSM for a *LOT* less money is a fine
cooker.

Jack Curry
-But rain don't bother a Kamado none-

wrote:

> See the following webpage for a picture of the shed:
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/bdurrett/000_0111.JPG
>
> I'm having trouble using my WSM outside. Last time I smoked ribs it
> rained. I pulled the smoker under the awning of the house, but the
> water still splashed on the side and got the charcoal wet.
>
> I was wondering if it would be safe to run it in the metal shed in my
> back yard. It has a big open door, but I wonder if Carbon Monoxide and
> smoke will fill the top and knock me out.
>


I would suggest, as others have, to get an umbrella. I got a 9 ft
cheapie with the base last summer for $30. I need a small diameter
table now to help hold it up. It is easy to put up and take down.
Since your renting too, is easy enough to take with you if you move.

I did a cook last summer and it rained a bit. I was able to hang a tarp
to keep the cooker from getting rained on, but was pita to hang and
get rain to flow away from my house. Bought the umbrella but have not
had to use it yet.

Q'in is fun, but don't risk your life for it!!!!

BBQ

Sure, if there is any breeze, if not use a little fan. And if you are
still worried pick up a carbon monoxide detector. I doubt that you can
get the detector to alarm with any kind of fire or smoke you have in
your smoker unless you seal up the door with something. I suspect that
enough smoke might accumulate at the top to make your eyes water when
you open up the smoker. My son-in-law smokes inside a lot tighter shed
than this one and he has never set off his CO detectors, he has two, if
he leaves the 36 inch wide door partially open and a window open a
little.

Sure, if there is any breeze, if not use a little fan. And if you are
still worried pick up a carbon monoxide detector. I doubt that you can
get the detector to alarm with any kind of fire or smoke you have in
your smoker unless you seal up the door with something. I suspect that
enough smoke might accumulate at the top to make your eyes water when
you open up the smoker. My son-in-law smokes inside a lot tighter shed
than this one and he has never set off his CO detectors, he has two, if
he leaves the 36 inch wide door partially open and a window open a
little.

Thanks for everyone's replies. I do have a beach umbrella I could try.
But, I need something to stick it in.

- Bobby