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Smoker Maintenance & Repair

8 articles on smoker care, BBQ tips, industry news, and more.

Close-up of a charcoal grill emitting smoke, showcasing burning coals and outdoor cooking setup.
June 19, 2026
Season Your New Smoker or Pay for It Later in Every Cook
How to properly season a commercial smoker before first use — specific procedures, timeframes, and the real cost of s...
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Seasoning Your New Commercial Smoker: The Step That Separates Good BBQ From Great - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
June 10, 2026
Seasoning Your New Commercial Smoker: The Step That Separates Good BBQ From Great
How to properly season a new commercial smoker before your first cook. Specific temps, timing, and why skipping this ...
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Season Your New Commercial Smoker Right — Or Spend Months Chasing Flavor You Already Paid For - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
June 08, 2026
Season Your New Commercial Smoker Right — Or Spend Months Chasing Flavor You Already Paid For
Step-by-step seasoning process for commercial smokers, with specific temps, timing, and the real reasons this break-i...
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Season Your New Smoker Right or Wonder Why Your Brisket Tastes Like Sheet Metal - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
May 26, 2026
Season Your New Smoker Right or Wonder Why Your Brisket Tastes Like Sheet Metal
A step-by-step guide to properly seasoning commercial smokers, with the specific temps, times, and fats that actually...
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Season Your Commercial Smoker Right the First Time — Or Pay for It in Every Cook After - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
May 02, 2026
Season Your Commercial Smoker Right the First Time — Or Pay for It in Every Cook After
Proper seasoning protects your investment and builds foundational flavor. Here's exactly how to do it on a new commer...
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Seasoning Your New Commercial Smoker Isn't Optional — Here's How to Do It Right - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
April 30, 2026
Seasoning Your New Commercial Smoker Isn't Optional — Here's How to Do It Right
New smoker smell isn't charm, it's contamination. Step-by-step seasoning for commercial Southern Pride units that pro...
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Season Your Commercial Smoker Right or Pay for It in Every Cook - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
April 28, 2026
Season Your Commercial Smoker Right or Pay for It in Every Cook
New commercial smokers need proper seasoning before first use. Here's the exact process, timing, and why cutting corn...
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Seasoning Your New Commercial Smoker: Skip This and You'll Taste the Regret - Southern Pride of Texas | Smokers & Smoker Parts
April 27, 2026
Seasoning Your New Commercial Smoker: Skip This and You'll Taste the Regret
A proper burn-in removes manufacturing residues and builds the carbon layer that protects flavor. Here's exactly how ...
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