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Title: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 12, 2018, 10:58:56 AM: This is going suprising well but that lid took a beating. No holes but I am still getting another. Frame is in great shape once I run some thread through the shelf supports.

Who knows when I will come across a charcoal bin and control panel though. 🤷‍♂️
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Post by: JEBIV on October 12, 2018, 11:27:03 AM: can't wait to see the revealing of the Steve Austin performer
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Post by: ABROB on October 12, 2018, 11:52:16 AM: Talk about the ultimate restore!
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Post by: CatskillSmoker on October 12, 2018, 02:18:55 PM: Congrats brother. That's a GRAIL for me. Anything you might need, hit me up.
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Post by: varekai on October 12, 2018, 02:21:05 PM: @Red_5_Wrangler , post lots of pics and a list of parts you need, some of us can probably help out.... Best of luck on your undertaking, and welcome to the club!
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Post by: greenweb on October 12, 2018, 03:00:13 PM: Good luck with your project. I have done one red ssp restore that required many hrs of work but not like this. When I saw this pic on the other thread, I said to myself.... RIP. If you can restore this back.... this could be gold. Many ssp restore threads on here including mine for inspiration and ideas.

I am assuming this is a brownie or copper mist. I do have PP brownie performer project in mind for next year project.
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Post by: inkaddictedchef1 on October 12, 2018, 03:38:33 PM: So cool! A definite grail for me as well... lots of pics along the way!!a

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Post by: JEBIV on October 12, 2018, 03:50:21 PM: #iamin

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Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 14, 2018, 12:56:58 PM: Couldn't find suitable lock nuts at the local stores so I am going with all thread through the lower supports. Grand total of 8 dollars so far. Although the wife did order the lid off ebay for me... but hey that's a gift! 8)

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Post by: CatskillSmoker on October 14, 2018, 02:39:57 PM: @Red_5_Wrangler Ordered a lid off of eBay?
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 14, 2018, 02:46:53 PM: Quote from: CatskillSmoker on October 14, 2018, 02:39:57 PM
@Red_5_Wrangler Ordered a lid off of eBay?

Yea someone was selling just the lid to a copper mist kettle. Looked good but we will see when/if it arrives. Eitherway the original one doesnt have any holes and is pretty good one one side.
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Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 14, 2018, 02:55:29 PM: Here is the bowl unmounted.

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Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 14, 2018, 02:56:54 PM: And the lid purchase
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Post by: jcnaz on October 15, 2018, 02:20:50 PM: That will turn out nicely!

The all-thread technique looks familiar...
;)
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Post by: mahnamahna on October 15, 2018, 02:54:13 PM: Can’t wait to see the finished product, bet it’s gonna be killer!
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 15, 2018, 05:04:24 PM: Quote from: jcnaz on October 15, 2018, 02:20:50 PM
That will turn out nicely!

The all-thread technique looks familiar...
;)

Apologies if you deserve credit or have a write up. Let me know if you have any lessons learned or better hardware. I am new to this board. I need to go back and read all the mod and restore threads and get familiar with people. There is some amazing work on here.

Someone on TVWBB said I should post it here. I had really only been here when looking up histories or from a link.

I am deciding on what wood to select for a set of handles from GrillHandles and trying to convince myself to leave the original wheels and not do something flashy and about 2-4 inches taller.

The site is awesome and all of you have been very welcoming.

Also thinking of getting the control panel text in white vinyl and putting it on a mockup until I come across an actual panel.

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Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: jcnaz on October 15, 2018, 05:39:32 PM: Quote from: Red_5_Wrangler on October 15, 2018, 05:04:24 PM
Quote from: jcnaz on October 15, 2018, 02:20:50 PM
That will turn out nicely!

The all-thread technique looks familiar...
;)

Apologies if you deserve credit or have a write up. Let me know if you have any lessons learned or better hardware. I am new to this board. I need to go back and read all the mod and restore threads and get familiar with people. There is some amazing work on here.

Someone on TVWBB said I should post it here. I had really only been here when looking up histories or from a link.

I am deciding on what wood to select for a set of handles from GrillHandles and trying to convince myself to leave the original wheels and not do something flashy and about 2-4 inches taller.

The site is awesome and all of you have been very welcoming.

Also thinking of getting the control panel text in white vinyl and putting it on a mockup until I come across an actual panel.

Quote from: Red_5_Wrangler on October 15, 2018, 05:04:24 PM
Quote from: jcnaz on October 15, 2018, 02:20:50 PM
That will turn out nicely!

The all-thread technique looks familiar...
;)

Apologies if you deserve credit or have a write up. Let me know if you have any lessons learned or better hardware. I am new to this board. I need to go back and read all the mod and restore threads and get familiar with people. There is some amazing work on here.

Someone on TVWBB said I should post it here. I had really only been here when looking up histories or from a link.

I am deciding on what wood to select for a set of handles from GrillHandles and trying to convince myself to leave the original wheels and not do something flashy and about 2-4 inches taller.

The site is awesome and all of you have been very welcoming.

Also thinking of getting the control panel text in white vinyl and putting it on a mockup until I come across an actual panel.

Definitely no apologies needed, you are doing great! Just my poor attempt at humor. Threaded rod running all the way through the frame is in my opinion the best way to restore a Performer frame (maybe because it was how I fixed mine).
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=12815.0

Keep up the good work and keep us updated.
JC
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 15, 2018, 08:36:54 PM: I will get the feel of this soon.

Full disclosure I love to steal ideas but if I remember where they came from I try to give credit too.

It is a great way to sinch up the frame and help me avoid calling in favors.
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 17, 2018, 05:11:33 PM: Gave the frame some final tweaks and a rough cleaning. Cleaned the bowl to check for hidden damage. Straighten the collar, sweep and bracket. Need to hit them with some wool but I have time to wait.

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Post by: jcnaz on October 18, 2018, 06:32:56 AM: This project is coming along nicely. Keep up the good work!
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Post by: LiquidOcelot on October 18, 2018, 06:38:05 AM: Should still try to bang the lid out

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Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 18, 2018, 06:55:39 AM: Quote from: LiquidOcelot on October 18, 2018, 06:38:05 AM
Should still try to bang the lid out

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Absolutely, I just want to have the other in hand so I know just how gentle I need to be.
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 20, 2018, 06:47:21 AM: And just like that left at 845 back st 930 with everything I need for $75
Weber cover that actually fits
Small tank
Control panel
Charbin
Original coal baskets
And lots of extras.

I have a blue kettle with the table brackets (no gas assist) I may toss in this one after i strip it. Then if i come across just the parts i can put it back together later. 8)

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Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 22, 2018, 05:09:24 PM: So I stripped all the parts from the new black one I found. The black kettle was in rougher shape than I thought. The lp line with the quick connect was melted but everything else was complete and in good shape. I dropped a gen 2 dark green kettle in. Then felt bad for taking all the parts with that pretty bowl... then I put them back.
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 26, 2018, 11:36:02 AM: Really needs a full restore. Scratches on the frame and some discolored spots. All and all I am still very happy with the condition it ended up in. It will get better care next spring. For now it's up and running. I am heading out to get some sweepers and then tackle the 7409 issue then it's done for the winter. Lid got here from AU relatively unscathed.
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Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 26, 2018, 11:39:31 AM: Since I decided to leave the control panel and charcoal bin with the green performer. I am using a cutting board my wife had made for me and a 99cent bin from goodwill. I think they look great. I will be picking up some block conditioner for the board this weekend.
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Post by: JEBIV on October 26, 2018, 12:21:52 PM: Simply amazing with what you started with
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 28, 2018, 05:06:31 PM: There are so many solutions posted for the 7409 sweeper issue. I am not understanding why it doesnt work basically out of box. I just didnt use the H washer and used my support bar instead at the same spot. I used the wire brush on my impact for awhile on the bar and kept it on the center hole for an extended time but other than that no modding at all. Pic is of half way through after a flip. I am horrible about before pics.
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Post by: Schaefd2 on October 29, 2018, 04:58:18 AM: Looking good my man!! Let me know if you need help storing it. I have some room [emoji16][emoji23]

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Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: jcnaz on October 29, 2018, 01:17:03 PM: Quote from: Red_5_Wrangler on October 28, 2018, 05:06:31 PM
There are so many solutions posted for the 7409 sweeper issue. I am not understanding why it doesnt work basically out of box. I just didnt use the H washer and used my support bar instead at the same spot. I used the wire brush on my impact for awhile on the bar and kept it on the center hole for an extended time but other than that no modding at all. Pic is of half way through after a flip. I am horrible about before pics.

So you used the new style sweeps with the old style support bar and everything worked?
Title: Re: Working on a copper SS performer that was used to hold up a tree.
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on October 29, 2018, 01:31:11 PM: So far so good. I did have to take off a layer of rust so it's a bit thinner but obviously not much. Then used some high heat grease and it fit all but about 1cm. I gave the end of the handle a tap with the rubber mallet and it seems good to go.
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Post by: jcnaz on October 29, 2018, 03:45:31 PM: Nice!
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Post by: inkaddictedchef1 on October 30, 2018, 08:27:05 PM: Well done

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Post by: Bob BQ on October 30, 2018, 09:36:44 PM: That looks great!!

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Post by: bladz on October 31, 2018, 01:13:32 AM: You did a wonderful job on the restor. I like how clean the sweep and crossbar mod worked. No hose clamps, screws, or rivets needed. I'll definitely be using that idea.