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Grill Talk => Weber Grill Forum (Grills, Accessories) => Topic started by: Mr.CPHo on August 17, 2017, 04:53:45 AM
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Most of you guys know that my collection focuses on the smaller 18-inchers; more specifically of the MBH variety. This size is perfectly adequate for majority of my cooks, and if I need more space for sides etc, I just double down with another 18". Sometimes I'll pull out a SSP or 22" midget, but like I said, the 18" is perfect for just my wife and I.
With that said, I couldn't think of any good reason to bring this faded Fleetwood home into the collection, except that I had to have it. Is that a good enough reason? Probably not, but hey, we support each other here, right? Besides, I constantly read how awesome the real estate is and how the 26'ers often become the go-to daily driver of choice.
So I bought it. I won't say how much, but I immediately felt a sense of calm. I finally had a vintage 26'er and it's in great shape.
Both grates? Check.
All vents? Check.
Tread intact? Check.
I felt... dare I say it, complete? ...Yeah! I think so! Fleetwood, you complete me! I'm done, no need to look for any more grills.
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Very nice find.
You are gonna love it.
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Wow, that is awesome @Mr.CPHo love it such character!!
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That feeling of calm and completeness lasted for all of about 23 minutes. That's because this little guy popped up on OfferUp in @Chiku18's area! A black 18" MBH to match the Fleetwood! Even though Chiku was traveling for work, he still was able to pull string to secure this little guy. You're probably tired of hearing this by now, but BIG THANK YOU!
I'll pick this up next month when I go down to see Arcade Fire and Wolf Parade in concert. Just bought tickets, and not sure if I'm more excited to hang out with Chiku and pick up this grill, or to see two of my favorite bands together at once. Tough call.
What I DO know now, what I've come to accept, is that it's impossible to be Kettle-Komplete. There will always be something out there that I would love to bring home. What will be next?...
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Wow grate scores! Little bit of peel on that black 18
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@Mr.CPHo I was watching that auction, and I'm glad someone here won it, and I saw how much it went for...CONGRATS :) My only question is how did you get it, as they said they didn't ship? Once again, great score, and you'll love the 26er! But be warned, it may bring a desire for more 26ers!
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Thanks, crowderjd. Re: shipping, be weary, not everything you read on the internet is true. Sometimes you just gotta ask.
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Nice pair! It's good to see one that old pop up in FL.
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Great finds, Charlie! Love that Fleetwood!
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Sweet scores! Congrats
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Theres no telling what'll be next but we do know there WILL be another one....soon...then another....and another after that....
I see lots of open space in your yard, plenty of room for more grills.
The hunt never stops for weberholics.
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Great post Charlie. I'm looking forward to seeing your awesome cooks on that Fleetwood.
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@Mr.CPHo Charlie, you'll LOVE the Fleetwood....you're gonna really enjoy smoking on that beauty. Another 18 in the stable is a good thing, right??? I have a small affection for those as well. ;)
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Great now you have added to my "gotta have list' I didn't know they made 26" that early. Great find that's for sure.
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Congrats, that Fleetwood is a beauty, as is the 18.
"I'm done, no need to look for any more grills." I've told myself this one a number of times, then the next one pops up and I can't say no...
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Great post Charlie. I'm looking forward to seeing your awesome cooks on that Fleetwood.
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Travis, I gotta thank you personally, because as I waited for the Fleetwood to arrive, I scoured the WKC site for more pics of Fleetwoods; and the only ones that weren't Photo-Phucked were yours.
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This size is perfectly adequate for majority of my cooks, and if I need more space for sides etc, I just double down with another 18". Sometimes I'll pull out a SSP or 22" midget, but like I said, the 18" is perfect for just my wife and I.
I do a lot of cooks on our 18". If I'm just throwing on something quick for just my wife, daughter and I, the 18" gets used. It's a good size. If we have friends over or I'm smoking something I fire up the 22". Like you, I prefer the MBH's.
Congrats on the vintage 26r!
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I'll pick this up next month when I go down to see Arcade Fire and Wolf Parade in concert.
Jealous. Very jealous.
Oh... and congrats on the 26 and 18... ;D
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Beautiful grills Charlie. I too am really starting to like the 18's.
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Very nice!!!!!
Glad that completes your collection :-)
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The tiniest bit of progress is still a step in the right direction.
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What are you using to clean up your wheels?
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White vinegar, 0000 wool, perseverance.
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So far so good. The best things take patience.
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Looks like you do very well at preserving the whitewall. Well done, Charlie. [emoji106]
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White vinegar, 0000 wool, perseverance.
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I don't know if you have ever heard of evapo rust. I tried it out on my old brownies steel wheels. Pretty good stuff just soak and rinse. I soaked them for days. Removes rust, leaves the paint behind, rinses with water and reusable. Works great on triangles too. Didn't hurt the rubber on the wheels either.
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Thank you for that tip, @Kneab. I will go back and try that. This is my first time working on steel wheels and I'm being extra cautious around the rubber tread.
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Great work Charlie. She's gonna come out great.
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Thanks again to Chiku18 for picking up this black 18” MBH to accompany the Fleetwood. We had a great time hanging out with friends and family(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171002/6ba1798f6d566ff3c194309e36a40b89.jpg). This little guy fits in nicely with his new family.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171002/7c6ce4e8a388abcbd919ac922bd5a2d8.jpg)... and has a great peel.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171002/4e1abed55e54316900c72d9d03edab85.jpg)
He also sent this Web home with me!! Thank you!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171002/c754830faafab6c850a66d18f0b4a27d.jpg)
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Great story, great show.
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Very nice! I started looking for a web recently too.
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Indeed it was great evening hanging out with you (@Mr.CPHo) along with my other local friends.
Thanks for bringing Yachtsman (kids really loved it) to show how beautiful yellow looks and leaving some goodies (which will be shown soon on separate thread).
Glad I was able to help with that 18 MBH. You have some beautiful collection and it fits right there.
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Really nice pick up!!