The size diff on a 26er makes them great and versatile. However, two things I feel that could have been better is the design/location placement of the two nuts that secure the lid bale to the bowl. If you own a newer 26er (not sure if older 26ers have same problem), you know. The two nuts usually block easy removal of the cooking grate. Additional, the ends of the grate’s handles extend below the cooking grate so if you try to spin it, they snag at the grate straps.
With an angle grinder I was able to make the grate the 26er spin freely and it is also really easy to remove the grates without it bumping into the nuts. Ok I’m done taking about 🥜.
What do I need to do?
-Get angle grinder
-Grind off the extended part of the two “bolts”that goes past the nut (see pic for better description)
-Grind at an angle the four ends of the handle on the grate (see pic)
The mod makes a big diff in handling of the grate and cooking. If you already have the tools. It’s a free mod!
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