"I'm worried I might run out fuel during my cook, [...]

Not at all.  There is a tiny learning curve, but [...]

Some barrels have what's known as a phenolic lining inside [...]

The paint is relatively durable.  But, like with anything if [...]

This is very true, anyone can make their own BBQ [...]

Aside from being able to hold & cook a good [...]

Barbecue barrels have evolved considerably since their inception.  However, that's [...]

Yes, apart from being food safe steel drums they have [...]