On 10-Mar-2008, Tutall > wrote:

> X-Received-Date: Mon, 10 Mar 2008 12:09:33 EDT (nwrddc02.gnilink.net)
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> On Mar 10, 8:45*am, "Nunya Bidnits" > wrote:
> . Cleaning the firebox of ash down to the metal after every
> > use will prolong the life of the steel.
> > MartyB in KC
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> Seriously, do you really do this or know anyone who does?

I sure don't, but I'm about to complete year five with my NB Silver. It
isn't 1/4", but it's a little heavier then most I think. Of course it looks
awful because I burnt the powder coat off very early on. I expect to
get at least another year out of my NBS. It has a roof over it, but is not
otherwise protected from the Florida elements.
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Brick(Youth is wasted on young people)