Originally Posted by Folically_Challenged
and it clears the sides of the 18.5" WSM smoker by about 1", and the top of the dome lid by at least 3".

Plenty of clearance

Am I good to go? Or, will the heat coming around the edges of the drip pan make it dry out at the edges?

Good to go



And should I still aim for 325-350 cooking temp, or adjust that due to the bird being a phatass?

Start cooking


Thanks,

You're welcome. ENJOY

FC


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