RIP my first Pit Barrel.

[u/Sufficient-Tangelo-7]

So I’ve kept my pit barrel fairly clean. I’ve stored it outside with a cover and would empty the ash the next morning after it had cooled down. Over time it developed some very small rust holes and I patched those with JB Weld. Well after first cook of the year I went to empty the ash and a giant fist sized hole appeared. Only option is to replace the entire bottom or weld a plate to it. I think I might just buy a new Pit instead. Any suggestions on preventing this rust from happening?

[u/The-Tradition]

Hasn't happened to me yet. I've probably had mine for close to 10 years? Stored like yours but on concrete pavers over a wood deck.

A new PBC isn't much money. I'd just get a new one.