"Ignoramus9040" wrote in message
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Need to construct a cheap firepit... Was hoping that a used barrel
could be had for $5 or so...

The metal wheels from tractor trailer tires make good fire rings.
Stack them up to the height you want. I've got 4 stacked.
Some times slightly bent ones can be had for free at tire dealers.

RWL


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