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[IrishChef]

You would gain very little benefit from a cajun bandit conversion. It is a poorly designed knock off of a Weber Smokey Mountain. You could build several drum smokers, or buy a WSM for the same cost.

[Pandemonium]

I really want a weber kettle man they are good for so much stuff!!

[blues_n_cues]

i rarely advise cheap smokers but i have the 2 door brinkman vertical smoker that's lasted me over 4 years & can handle up to a 24# turkey plus the knockoff kettle that has a better ash catcher & 4 legs vs. the weber kettle.

i paid less than $150 for both.

[chisoxjim]

You would gain very little benefit from a cajun bandit conversion. It is a poorly designed knock off of a Weber Smokey Mountain. You could build several drum smokers, or buy a WSM for the same cost.

I agree Irishchef,

the only thing I saw that was interesting on the Cajun Bandit site was the stainless high flow charcoal ring, doubt I would buy that as I have no complaints with the WSM as it comes out of the factory.

A used kettle, and if the OP really needs a gas option, a cheapo gas grill. Although the wait to get charcoal fired up for grilling isnt that long, and the end resut of the food it turns out is unmatched.

[Blowin Smoke]

I agree Irishchef,

the only thing I saw that was interesting on the Cajun Bandit site was the stainless high flow charcoal ring, doubt I would buy that as I have no complaints with the WSM as it comes out of the factory.

A used kettle, and if the OP really needs a gas option, a cheapo gas grill. Although the wait to get charcoal fired up for grilling isnt that long, and the end resut of the food it turns out is unmatched.

I like Cajun Bandit's replacement SS door for the WSM. Big improvement over the aluminum OEM door.

@ D I have noticed you get a lot of ash on the ground with your smoker... Whats up with that?

[Meat Hunter]

You could build several drum smokers, or buy a WSM for the same cost.

Adding a Weber lid to a drum and you basically HAVE the bandit. Not to mention those things cost like 150 bucks?
If you have basic tools, namely a drill, you can make one fairly cheap and will last a looooooooong time. Plus, you don't end up with a big pile of ash on your deck lol.

[IrishChef]

I agree Irishchef,

the only thing I saw that was interesting on the Cajun Bandit site was the stainless high flow charcoal ring, doubt I would buy that as I have no complaints with the WSM as it comes out of the factory.

A used kettle, and if the OP really needs a gas option, a cheapo gas grill. Although the wait to get charcoal fired up for grilling isnt that long, and the end resut of the food it turns out is unmatched.

Don't see too many folks posting cooks done on a Cajun Bandit. That is usually a good indicator right there. WSM's are much tighter fitting, and fitted at the factory. The Cajun Bandit is an aftermarket product, and may not match the kettle you have. You might get a good seal at the base, and a loose one at the lid, etc. The results of this would be high charcoal consumption, and poor temp control.

[whitey]

That's what I'm talking about! Great pics. So I buy the weber and get the cajun kit or buy the already made deal. Who's got the best deal on those?
Whitey

[chisoxjim]

Plus, you don't end up with a big pile of ash on your deck lol.

good point.

[blues_n_cues]

That's what I'm talking about! Great pics. So I buy the weber and get the cajun kit or buy the already made deal. Who's got the best deal on those?
Whitey

or go like Hawg Heaven- buy a used weber performer w/ table on craigslist & add the smoke-ez attatchment.

[IrishChef]

Irish That's Mis information you got there bud, Mine matches up nicely, I cook with my Cajun Bandit all the time.

"If you ever bothered to look at my Pic's you will see the CB in action bud"

And the stuff under my CB is lazyness, LOL!

Ladies and Gentlemen of the Jury, I rest my case.

[Mikey]

You can't go wrong with a Weber 22.5 kettle

Ditto on the Weber kettle
Got mine for $50.00 and it's worth every penny.

[Joneser]

Whitey, if you look into the Weber Performer, it has a gas assist for lighting the fuel. you add in a hinged grate and you've got yourself a fine smoker that is as easy to start as gas (with gas) problem solved...maybe move up to a UDS...
Welcome to the forums!

[Fishawn]

Whitey, if you look into the Weber Performer, it has a gas assist for lighting the fuel. you add in a hinged grate and you've got yourself a fine smoker that is as easy to start as gas (with gas) problem solved...maybe move up to a UDS...
Welcome to the forums!

Best of both worlds

[whitey]

That weber performer looks good. It has the best of both. I just have to find the best price. Thanks Guy's
Whitey