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Grill Talk => Weber Mods, Tables and Customs => Topic started by: greenweb on October 11, 2018, 04:07:48 PM

Title: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 11, 2018, 04:07:48 PM: Done! Overall I am very pleased with how this turned out as well. Fitment on this is also almost perfect. ;D

bowl handle cut.
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_111839.jpg)

Cleaned, SS Sweeper set installed, and the bracket holes drilled out.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_180723.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_180749.jpg)

Brackets installed.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_181036.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_183137.jpg)

More pics coming.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Travis on October 11, 2018, 04:38:22 PM: I’m liking it. You just use a cut off wheel to remove the handle?

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Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 11, 2018, 04:47:23 PM: The lid I started out with. Started cleaning but wasn't getting much better.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_112003.jpg)

All cleaned. I may change the lid handle strap set up later but for now this is what I settled on as I needed to cover up the damaged areas.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_185447.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_185500.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_185523-2.jpg)

Other wood option I am considering.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_192302-2.jpg)

few more pics to follow.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 11, 2018, 04:57:43 PM: Quote from: Travis on October 11, 2018, 04:38:22 PM
I’m liking it. You just use a cut off wheel to remove the handle?

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15/16 inch Dremel cut-off wheel. Turned out really nice.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_182946-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 11, 2018, 05:18:59 PM: Perfect alignment all around. I am getting really good at this.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_183137fcbbd2e890c00e90.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_185156.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_185122.jpg)

High heat paint on the ash bucket.

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_185240.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/11/20181011_185359.jpg)

TFL.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: bladz on October 11, 2018, 06:09:35 PM: Love it!

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Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Firemunkee on October 11, 2018, 11:58:05 PM: Excellent!!

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Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Jules V. on October 12, 2018, 01:04:07 AM: That's the sharpest looking silver around.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: kettlebb on October 12, 2018, 02:32:51 AM: Awesome work!!

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Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 07:17:00 AM: Thank you all! Glad you guys like the build.

@Jules V. - Got some 1/2" length bolts for the brackets. No cutting required. Made up some fiber gaskets to fit.
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/12/20181012_095724.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/12/20181012_101612.jpg)

Final version.
Taco shell removed with the fireplace wood handle.
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/12/20181012_074959.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/12/20181012_103501.jpg)
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 08:34:02 AM: Two Is Better Than One. :D

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/12/rsz_20181012_114304.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/12/rsz_20181012_120733.jpg)
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: kettlebb on October 12, 2018, 08:40:37 AM: Very nice! One question though, are you going to straighten out that handle? I can't get over the curve.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 09:00:38 AM: .
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 09:01:16 AM: Quote from: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 09:00:38 AM
Quote from: kettlebb on October 12, 2018, 08:40:37 AM
Very nice! One question though, are you going to straighten out that handle? I can't get over the curve.

;D ;D ;D

No not on this one. I have tried fireplace and reg. black handle strap on it, but with that big washer in place makes it looks even worse. Least noticeable is with the taco shell in place but I rather have that off. Bit of a compromise but I like the clean look. Original curved handle kind of makes the washer less noticeable. Maybe I should keep the taco shell on. Should i keep it on or off?
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: kettlebb on October 12, 2018, 09:04:09 AM: I see it now @greenweb and you are right. Still a very nice custom build there sir.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Jules V. on October 12, 2018, 09:58:07 AM: It's a very modern looking frame so the taco shell doesn't really look out of place. You don't have much choice because of the need for the fender washer to conceal the previous damage.
Here's a sample with a reshaped strap with a fender washer.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/caa0ec52e15cb8ec2a97d92a4b6f3166.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/cd5b14683c7e8db6fb4be5cd000527c0.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/8c955f631f8d5aed319954eac3684a7d.jpg)
I reshaped the fender washer also by grinding the front and sides.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/e682e5cda2b44fdf3cac082a02b9db19.jpg)
That's without the fender washer. Flexible graphite was used as a gasket.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 12:25:51 PM: Nice clean work Jules! For me, as functional as those taco shells are, I would rather have them off. Personal choice and I don't mind the new style handle assy. but when I am customizing often times than not, taco handle assy. comes off.

Talking about taco handles, I worked on few more kettles today. All my custom Canadian MT kettles are tacoless now. Except the Copper MT.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Jules V. on October 12, 2018, 01:57:12 PM: Yeah i hear you. As much as I'm not a fan of the taco shell as it looks funky, i just decided to embrace it since all my grills are in regular rotation and do quite a bit of very high temperature cooking. Not only does the handles gets very hot, it also damages the wood handle. Slight cracking and the top coat flaking off are very likely caused by excessive heat.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 13, 2018, 04:02:01 AM: Quote from: Jules V. on October 12, 2018, 01:57:12 PM
Yeah i hear you. As much as I'm not a fan of the taco shell as it looks funky, i just decided to embrace it since all my grills are in regular rotation and do quite a bit of very high temperature cooking. Not only does the handles gets very hot, it also damages the wood handle. Slight cracking and the top coat flaking off are very likely caused by excessive heat.

Yours more practical for sure and looks really cool with that straight down handle strap.

Here is my version of reshaped strap taco handle on my gen4 c&b green P.
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/01/18/IMG_4747-2.jpg)

How it looks with the shell removed.
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/01/18/IMG_4045-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 13, 2018, 04:47:43 AM: Quote from: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 09:01:16 AM
Quote from: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 09:00:38 AM
Quote from: kettlebb on October 12, 2018, 08:40:37 AM
Very nice! One question though, are you going to straighten out that handle? I can't get over the curve.

;D ;D ;D

No not on this one. I have tried fireplace and reg. black handle strap on it, but with that big washer in place makes it looks even worse. Least noticeable is with the taco shell in place but I rather have that off. Bit of a compromise but I like the clean look. Original curved handle kind of makes the washer less noticeable. Maybe I should keep the taco shell on. Should i keep it on or off?

Update.
(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/13/20181013_082945-2.jpg)

(http://pics.weberkettleclub.com/images/2018/10/13/20181013_082929-2.jpg)
Title: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Jules V. on October 13, 2018, 10:13:52 AM: Both handles looks very sharp and elegant. Can't go wrong with either one.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181013/778642a95ac4ef1b8df2838974c449f0.png)
I'm assuming those are factory replacement grass green lids.
Also what specific fel-pro gasket are you using? Just want to try it out if it works better than the flexible graphite that I've been using. Thanks.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: greenweb on October 13, 2018, 11:01:45 AM: I tried both handle set and settled on the plastic I am Canadian handle for the Slate performer. Double rivet style wood handle set stays on c&b green with the shell intact as an authentic gen4 performer.

Yes, for the lid and this is the exact gasket sheet I have been using. https://www.amazon.com/Fel-Pro-3046-Gasket-Material/dp/B000CNBVVM/ref=sr_1_15?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1539455228&sr=1-15&keywords=fel-pro+gasket. I recall posting links for different fiber gasket sheets in the past that maybe better for higher temp.
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: 1911Ron on October 21, 2018, 01:37:09 PM: I like the color, well done!
Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Chesapeake Weber on August 23, 2022, 07:19:52 PM: Hey @greenweb, I’ve got an opportunity to pick a fold down performer up. I have found a whole lot on these around the forum, but saw your mod thread here.

First, the slate in that frame looks pretty nice! Overall, what are your thoughts on the grill setup and durability of the folding table design? Thanks for your insights!

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Title: Re: Slate Performer Silver
Post by: Samuel on October 20, 2022, 04:34:50 AM: Do you have a link and the dimensions of the washer you used under the handle?