Found a non-gas SSP near me, so I decided I would finally pull the trigger on a project I first gave thought to last year after picking up a Sage One Touch Platinum.
Original:
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Stage 1: Painted Table, updated lid bale, dark grey handle:
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Stage 2: SSP Transplant:
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Stage 3: Red Limited Edition
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Stage 4: C&B Green (Now with gas-assist)
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Stage 5: DI code Blue with Simpsons Handle
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Stage 6: Ivory Master Touch
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Bonus points if you noticed that I also switched up the SSP frame to bat left-handed. Things I like about the upgrade: 1) The charcoal bin. It's much bigger in person than in pictures; 2) the little tray that fits where the propane tank would hang--perfect spot for lighter cubes; 3) Sturdiness. Feels rock solid. Much easier to move with the built-in handles.; 4) Stainless. Steel.
Now, if there was only a use for a One Touch Platinum Cart . . .