So how long will you brine the pastrami? I have never done it but I read 7-14 days will do it. I have also read less than 7 days. Much depends on how much spices and salt are in the brine I suppose.
I’m planning on about 10 days, give or take.
Also, I’m going to use my Big Chief smoker, rather than the BBQ smoker, with a mix of apple & hickory; maybe a wee bit of cherry.