"DGD" > wrote in message
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> These simply seem to be single burner tubes. How do they
> compare to the old burner styles. Seems that one would need more of
> them to provided the coverage, and hence use more gas. True?

Use of gas is related to heat output. A grill capable of say, 30,000 Btu
will use a given amount of fuel no matter the burner material,
configuration, or shape. My Vermont Castings has a couple of SS tubes with
holes in it. Simple, durable, still working perfectly after 6 or 7 years
now.

My grates are porcelin coated cast iron, the best of all worlds. No
corrosion, heavy, good heat transfer.

As for the outer SS, I'd not go that way as it wold be a bitch to keep clean
and sparkling.

Check out the Vermont Casting Signature series if you want a well made
grill. Not the cheaper versions at the big box stores.