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Mike Churchill <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 22 Apr 2003 09:19:15 -0500
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I use a combination of several of the previously mentioned
methods:
  - an army surplus Ammo Can to hold the smoker (with a
cork for the spout) (~US$8 at an army surplus store)
  - a small tin to hold the fuel (bailing twine and wood
chips)(free)
  - and a plastic zip-lock to hold the tinder (dryer
lint)(also free)

I think that keeping the tinder/fuel separate from the
smoker is a good idea if you will be transporting it when
lit.

The ammo can is water (air?) tight, so once closed, you
can even carry the smoker in the truck's passenger
compartment.  The one I have holds a small smoker with
room for matches and not much else.  They do make larger
ammo cans.  On the down side, it will put the smoker out
in 15-20 minutes.  This can be a plus or a minus depending
on where you are headed (home or the next beeyard).

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