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"Kent" > wrote in message
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> "Zz Yzx" > wrote in message
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>> Hi all;
>>
>> I've had a Weber Grill since the Cretaceous Period (post-dinasaurs).
>> I've replaced the ... the ... the ...ugh? "flavorizor bars" and the
>> grills a couple times. Now I need to replace the fire pipes, the drip
>> basket, and the push-button fire start, &tc.. I'm good with it, the
>> replacement parts and shipping are ~$85 cf. $$$$$ for a new grill.
>>
>> 'k, the firebox and &tc. are covered with bbq crud, and I'd like to
>> make it go away. I've been scraping, but it's a tough go.
>>
>> Any suggstions? Oven cleaner? Ammonia? Sand-blasting? Hiriong
>> those guys from Home Depot from the post in home repair?
>>
>> Suggestions appreciated.
>>
>> -Zz
>>
>>

> If you haven't done so, I'd suggesting asking this same question on the
> Virtual Weber Bullet: http://www.virtualweberbullet.com/ Register first,
> then go to the Forums. You'll find good advice there. I like that site,
> specifically directed at Weber Products, but not directly associated with
> Weber-Stephens. I have a Performer, a Genesis, and a WSM. One reason to
> consider repairing is that Weber has excellent customer service. Old
> models continue to have parts available. Make certain you get
> porceleinized cast iron grates[available at Home Depot].
>
> Kent



You also brine your turkey in the garage in a 5 gallon bucket at ambient
temperature. Do you honestly expect anyone to ever take anything you say
seriously?

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