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Wreckless BBQ Super Pro

Joined: 15 May 2009 Posts: 2292 Location: New Braunfels, TX
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Posted: Dec 28 2014 Post subject: Santa Maria Christmas Present |
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A good while back, when the Wrecklessville fab shop / man cave was in its most humble beginnings, my kiddo suggested I do something worth while with my time rather than just gluing nonsensical pieces of metal together. He wanted a nice smoker / grill combo built for some good friends as a Thank You for help they had shown him. He would pay, I would build. Right on, can do! They became recipients of the first Wreckless "Twin Pit" style cookers.
Their highly used cooker in the background, the new one in place
Mostly built as a FB fed smoker, grilling required firing up the FB. Not ideal but they love it. The much better looking half of our friends tho really is into grilling however. Having traded off favors over the years such as all the help and supplying equipment putting in the Wrecklessville front slab / future shop add on, I kept the idea that someday I would build them a dedicated grill.
Front slab being laid
After saving some mat'ls from previous builds, plate, channel, etc., Christmas coming up and a lull in the shop, it was time to build a grill. Having built a couple of SM's previously, I had an idea of what I wanted to do. I did want a small roof added on to my previous design. Taking a cue from TrailerBuilders concept of a personalized name banner, That figured in as well. I used the same frame design as the previous builds. A 3 runner x 2 runner 1 1/2" sq tube frame was built to mount the bottom plate and keep all things nice and square for years to come. Fire management dampers were located on each side. A prep ledge was located on the left so as not to interfere with cooking operations. A less intrusive spice bottle holder located in front. On the right side is a cutting board rack ( cutting board to be fabricated by my friends). The grate raising working mecho is via 2 pulleys and an attachment point fabricated by my other good pal Jimbo. And yet another good friend provided the waterjet name banner. One more Christmas spirit of giving was the the pre-paint commercial blast provided by my good friend Irv of Victory Blast, rearranging his schedule to get it done just in time. The roof plate needing a prepaint to avoid bare metal, Wreckless painted it afterward so as to be able to weld on pre-paint panels after the blast. Tool holding hooks were provided near the working areas and 4 more onto the roof, perhaps to hold potted plants when not in use? A little "Wishing Well" appearance? Last on the build list was the obligatory / honorary "Wreckless Built" name tag. For sure, one of the most enjoyable builds. Merry Christmas!
PS...I did manage to include some "Stillwell Chuck" red paint on the handle just because. _________________ Backyarder
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jess BBQ Super Pro
Joined: 26 Sep 2007 Posts: 1854 Location: Fl.
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Posted: Dec 28 2014 Post subject: |
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Very nice I can see some great steaks, burgers, sausages,etc. coming in the near future... |
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Flyingj BBQ Fan

Joined: 20 Jun 2014 Posts: 274 Location: North Texas
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Posted: Dec 28 2014 Post subject: |
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Very nice grill Wreckless, that is a thing of beauty! Thanks for sharing the pics. _________________ 250 Gallon Trailer Build |
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k.a.m. BBQ Mega Star

Joined: 12 Dec 2007 Posts: 26020 Location: Southeast Texas.
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Posted: Dec 28 2014 Post subject: |
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Very nice work Mike I like it. The name on top really sets it off.
Nicely done my Man.  _________________ Always remember slow and steady wins the race.
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Asphalt Cowboy Newbie

Joined: 29 Oct 2014 Posts: 32 Location: Glendale Az.
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Posted: Dec 29 2014 Post subject: Re: Santa Maria Christmas Present |
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Nice Job! HOWEVER i see a problem.
I hope you can see it also?
If not i will point it out.
1 That smoker in the back ground has to much tall grass around it.( lack of use)
2 There is a large rat in the yard. opps sorry that the dog.  |
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T00lman BBQ Super Pro

Joined: 21 Dec 2007 Posts: 2476 Location: warren michigan
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Posted: Dec 29 2014 Post subject: |
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WOW am in awe of your skills . couple of nice looking rigs _________________ 1 bad azz d.o table
weber 22 1/2 x 2
some of its magic some of its tragic
#37 liar
1 wsm 18 1/2
1wsm 22 1/2 |
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TrailerBuilder BBQ Super Pro
Joined: 08 Feb 2010 Posts: 3151 Location: Springfield MO
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Posted: Dec 29 2014 Post subject: |
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Mad Skills Mike...Mad Skills How long have I been telling you that now?? That build is bad azz x's 10! I love the spice rack on the front, Jack & Coke is a spice yes? I can see many great years of cooking on that thing for sure.
I still have my pulley setup sitting patiently on the shelf waiting for the day my SM build comes to life  _________________ X2 Finished Build
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ChuckieD BBQ Super Pro

Joined: 07 Oct 2009 Posts: 1129
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Posted: Dec 29 2014 Post subject: |
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Mike,
It's good to see that you are still up to your old tricks!
She's a fine Christmas build and I'm sure your friend will love it! I would!
...by the way I'm a friend too! HA!
would one of these builds qualify for the $25 a month for the rest of your life payment plan?  _________________ SEE YA!
Chuckie D.
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TrailerBuilder BBQ Super Pro
Joined: 08 Feb 2010 Posts: 3151 Location: Springfield MO
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ChuckieD BBQ Super Pro

Joined: 07 Oct 2009 Posts: 1129
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Posted: Dec 29 2014 Post subject: |
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Troy wrote: Quote: | Who is this ChuckieD guy |
AAAHHH! I guess I had that one coming brother Troy!
Merry Late Christmas Bro!  _________________ SEE YA!
Chuckie D.
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Smoldering Coals BBQ Fan

Joined: 07 Jul 2013 Posts: 130 Location: Virginia Beach, VA
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Nice Job and very cool build!!  _________________ ~Jaime~ |
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Logtrucker BBQ Fan
Joined: 28 Mar 2010 Posts: 366 Location: Dallas,Or
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Posted: Dec 30 2014 Post subject: |
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That looks great nice work _________________ A 500 gal. R.F. |
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Chuck BBQ Pro
Joined: 09 Oct 2006 Posts: 529 Location: Mission Kansas
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Posted: Jan 03 2015 Post subject: red paint |
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Mike sorry to be late ,I have had a bad a!! bug since Dec 23
Your grill came out looking real nice,just one thing I have to ask you.
DID you have to take a loan out from a bank to BUY that much
RED PAINT to get the job done
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Wreckless BBQ Super Pro

Joined: 15 May 2009 Posts: 2292 Location: New Braunfels, TX
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Posted: Jan 03 2015 Post subject: Re: red paint |
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Chuck wrote: | Mike sorry to be late ,I have had a bad a!! bug since Dec 23
Your grill came out looking real nice,just one thing I have to ask you.
DID you have to take a loan out from a bank to BUY that much
RED PAINT to get the job done
Stilwell Chuck |
Same can of paint. I thought you were stopping by for a cooker build. It'll wait, fires getting cold tho. Get up to snuff first Brother _________________ Backyarder
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Beertooth BBQ All Star

Joined: 03 Nov 2007 Posts: 5815 Location: Central Washington
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Wow... sweet!
I have always loved the idea of a Santa Maria style grill.
Awesome job!  _________________ Camp Chef Pro90 Stove w/ Griddle
1985 22" Weber Kettle
CharGriller
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