This no-weld plan shows you how to build a smoker out of a 55-gallon drum. Ugly Drum Smokers (or UDS for short) are just what they sound like: ugly. And made out of a 55-gallon drum.

Step drill bit (optional, but is nice to have) You'll want a 55 gallon drum because it's diameter is 23 inches, or exactly the right size to fit a food grate from a 22.5″ Weber kettle grill.

Last time, we discussed the 55 gallon drum itself and some sources to buy one to build your Ugly Drum Smoker, or UDS. Finding a suitable drum takes some thought and perhaps a bit of driving around.