I use this old Brinkman for smokin only. She has never had a fire put in the main body of the grill. I have another barrel type grill that I use for steaks, burgers, brats,etc I've got a upright Brinkman that smokes a mean Turkey or Chickens. Has a pan for you to add your favorite smoking beverage to keep things moist!I cook with wood mainly only use charcoal to keep my wood going!I don't even know how to use a gas grill. Would have to get one of you non goobers to show me!!My dad and uncle taught me what I know about grilling. I ain't no expert!Prolly be 2 more days before I get that smoke smell out of my sinus!I've been thinkin I might check ot one of them Big Green Eggs!Show would like to grill me some Red Snapper or Tuna sometime!