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Old 05-03-2010, 01:44 PM
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Ss bbq ?

I went to a scrap/recycle yard and found some SS 50 gallon drums. They'd make great BBQ or smokers. Trouble is, they weigh about 70 lbs @ $2/lb.

That's the lowest price for SS I've seen there but still a bit much for initial cost. Whadaya think?
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Old 05-03-2010, 01:58 PM
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Re: Ss bbq ?

If you could build one and sell one, you'd make out pretty well.
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Old 05-03-2010, 03:14 PM
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Re: Ss bbq ?

If they are not too beat up, you could flip them for some serious cash with a little polish.
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Old 05-03-2010, 11:49 PM
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Re: Ss bbq ?

There were about 10 of 'em. 4 on the ground and only one was dented. They had irregular shaped holes cut out of the top. Maybe for some kind of inspection.
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Old 05-03-2010, 11:52 PM
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Re: Ss bbq ?

what does one use a SS 55 drum for? ive only used the metal and plastic ones
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Old 05-04-2010, 07:48 AM
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Re: Ss bbq ?

My guess is they're steel drums that used to contain an oil-based stain. But it all got used up and now they're stain-less steel drums.

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Old 05-04-2010, 02:34 PM
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Re: Ss bbq ?

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My guess is they're steel drums that used to contain an oil-based stain. But it all got used up and now they're stain-less steel drums.

Thank you, I'll be here all week!

Your on a roll this morning Viper. Thanks!
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Old 05-15-2010, 08:24 PM
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Re: Ss bbq ?

I have a SS 55 gal drum and it weighs the same as a steel 55 gal drum. I don't think its close to 70 lbs. I wanted to do the bbq with it about five years ago, and never started it. I got lucky, a friend's uncle owns a drum/IBC tote sales and cleaning bus. This drum is used but cleaned, so its like new. And the price was right, Free! I've seen those things advertized for $700.00.
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Re: Ss bbq ?

$700.00??????

Heck I'd sell my UDS for $700.00, shipping included in the continental US.
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Here is one suppliers price;
http://www1.mscdirect.com/CGI/NNSRIT...MT4NO=85726981
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