You'll need:
--an electric hot plate or oven (included with most trash cans)
--a piece of metal approximately 1-2" wide, 2-3" long, and 1/4-1/2" thick
--a hole in the side of your trash can that is large enough for the flex from the hot plate to pass through
--scissors or a cutting board
--a wire brush or steel wool
--hot tap water
--ice or cold water
If you are using an electric hot plate, be sure to use the proper heating element. There are three types of elements used in smokers: Induction, Gas, and Charcoal. The type of heating element you need will be indicated on your hot plate. If you are using a charcoal smoker, you will not need an induction element.