Hey Dave, you ever been to Tx? Ft Worth to Houston is only like 250miles... wait, your right that IS next door!
I would have recommended Gator, but I don't think he could get one by this weekend.
Sure would be easier to pick with a little more time and a few more, other folks, dollars huh...
Here is another website to check out. Take a look at the:
20" Wide x 40" Long Double Lid Smoker with 20" Grill Firebox: SALE PRICE $889.99
http://www.budgetbbqpits.com/products.htm
It's actually the same Gator Pits outfit as mentioned above. I don't know all of the differences between the regular Gator Pits and the Budget models, but I've seen and cooked on a real Gator backyard pit and it is a work of art!
James.