It won't be the last time you try it, Scott.
Another plus is that the brining makes it cook faster. Today's bird was 21.03 lbs., and it was done in 4 hours, 15 min. I was shooting for 300 degrees on the smoker, but the winds kept it at 265 to 275. Even so, it was perfectly done throughout, & juicy as could be. Even the vegetarians were licking their chops.
Best to you & yours for a Happy Thanksgiving!
FC
