I like using the SJS for small grilling cook ups, it gets nice and hot and is easy to use but the lid bale system on the SJG is great and makes it much easier to transport and carry around problem is I can't seem to get it as hot as the SJS
So when JoCool picked up this old beater for me I decided to convert it
(http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/q585/joelhogston/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/99D93A50-0C24-4F12-A1F5-D8663B65B5F1_zpsih1561kj.jpg) (http://s1165.photobucket.com/user/joelhogston/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/99D93A50-0C24-4F12-A1F5-D8663B65B5F1_zpsih1561kj.jpg.html)
This SJ seriously had a hard life, the bowl had inch holes where the legs attached from rusting out, the legs and lid bale were full of rust and it could of quite easily ended up in the scrap yard
I managed to find some washers to suit, fitted some new hardware, legs and lid bale.
I then ordered some dampers from Weber and fitted it out
(http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/q585/joelhogston/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/70F35BDF-1CC3-4FC6-94B0-B5C51C0A104D_zpsijrccg5c.jpg) (http://s1165.photobucket.com/user/joelhogston/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/70F35BDF-1CC3-4FC6-94B0-B5C51C0A104D_zpsijrccg5c.jpg.html)
(http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/q585/joelhogston/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/8A532A5E-EC42-4276-BA6D-F36A9A39FCD3_zps6nettxiz.jpg) (http://s1165.photobucket.com/user/joelhogston/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/8A532A5E-EC42-4276-BA6D-F36A9A39FCD3_zps6nettxiz.jpg.html)
And it's ready to go, it just needs an zandle.
I think it needs a name, it's not a gold or silver model anymore, any ideas on what to call a SJS/G combo?
Electrum! Or Electrum Green!
Electrum is a Silver/ Gold alloy.
I like it! Is the bail from another Joe or have you fabbed it up?
Quote from: 1911Ron on April 24, 2014, 02:50:01 PM
I like it! Is the bail from another Joe or have you fabbed it up?
Yeah it's a bale from another Joe
Excellent thread.
It seems that the Silvers are favored for the Mini WSM and this illustrates why...better air induction.
BTW, Sonex 28 liter stock pot available in Oz is supposed to be a perfect fit.
Quote from: DirectDrive on April 24, 2014, 03:25:10 PM
BTW, Sonex 28 liter stock pot available in Oz is supposed to be a perfect fit.
Got a link?
Quote from: Hogsy on April 24, 2014, 04:01:48 PM
Quote from: DirectDrive on April 24, 2014, 03:25:10 PM
BTW, Sonex 28 liter stock pot available in Oz is supposed to be a perfect fit.
Got a link?
This one was built in Wales and I like that pot....it's a Sonex 28 liter.
They are shipped to the UK and Oz.
You will have to check with your restaurant/catering supply stores...bring your SJ to check fitment.
http://tvwbb.com/showthread.php?50733-My-build-the-first-Welsh-Mini-WSM&highlight=welsh
Many threads if you search on Mini WSM or Smokey Joe conversion.
Nice, Hogsy! Weber mods with OEM parts are my fave. How about the SJ Emerald edition?
Quote from: pbe gummi bear on April 24, 2014, 04:15:03 PM
Nice, Hogsy! Weber mods with OEM parts are my fave. How about the SJ Emerald edition?
I like the sound of that Gummi!!!
Yes! Do I win a prize? :D
I'm always happy to send out some Kettle Kudos
So from me to you,Kudos all round :D
Nice restore Hogsy!
Quote from: Hogsy on April 24, 2014, 04:01:48 PM
Quote from: DirectDrive on April 24, 2014, 03:25:10 PM
BTW, Sonex 28 liter stock pot available in Oz is supposed to be a perfect fit.
Got a link?
I found some!
Joel, if you want one of these pots, I have found a guy that sells them at my usual on Saturday. I'm going to take an SJ down there in the next couple of weeks and verify that it fits and maybe get one. Let me know if you're keen, and I'll try and better our buying position.
Sent from another Galaxy using mental telepathy.
Keep me posted, let me know how the fitting goes
Will do.
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Quote from: Jocool on April 26, 2014, 02:08:37 AM
Quote from: Hogsy on April 24, 2014, 04:01:48 PM
Quote from: DirectDrive on April 24, 2014, 03:25:10 PM
BTW, Sonex 28 liter stock pot available in Oz is supposed to be a perfect fit.
Got a link?
I found some!
Joel, if you want one of these pots, I have found a guy that sells them at my usual on Saturday. I'm going to take an SJ down there in the next couple of weeks and verify that it fits and maybe get one. Let me know if you're keen, and I'll try and better our buying position.
Sent from another Galaxy using mental telepathy.
Good luck !
Looking forward to the build !
That straight-walled Sonex pot makes the conversion look OEM.
Wish we had them here.
Our Pot du jour in the States is the Vasconia 32 quart "Tamale Pot".
It has an indent toward the bottom for a strainer and handle covers.
I used the Vasconia for my first build and it was great
(http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/q585/joelhogston/74FEC0D0-283B-4AEE-A8A7-C2C3888C379D-8191-00000BA69787FDD6.jpg) (http://s1165.photobucket.com/user/joelhogston/media/74FEC0D0-283B-4AEE-A8A7-C2C3888C379D-8191-00000BA69787FDD6.jpg.html)
I'm always keen to do it again
Quote from: Hogsy on April 26, 2014, 08:41:30 AM
I used the Vasconia for my first build and it was great
(http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/q585/joelhogston/74FEC0D0-283B-4AEE-A8A7-C2C3888C379D-8191-00000BA69787FDD6.jpg) (http://s1165.photobucket.com/user/joelhogston/media/74FEC0D0-283B-4AEE-A8A7-C2C3888C379D-8191-00000BA69787FDD6.jpg.html)
I'm always keen to do it again
Excellent job !
Love the sturdy leg kit and lid keeper.
My new SJ has those skinny starling legs !
double
Great job on the mod, Hogsy!
You converted a Gold to a Gold / Silver hybrid ... I like it!
I guess one could convert a Silver to a Silver with a lid bale? With some drilling.
Is there a thread that best describes drilling into a kettle / SJ? Thanks.
Quote from: MacEggs on April 26, 2014, 11:14:54 AM
Is there a thread that best describes drilling into a kettle / SJ? Thanks.
I did a Therm Mod thread a few days ago on a 18.5 WSM.
Had some info/pics on drilling.
Quote from: DirectDrive on April 26, 2014, 08:55:03 AM
Love the sturdy leg kit and lid keeper.
My new SJ has those skinny starling legs !
I take this one camping and found when I'd get to the camp ground the legs had been bent during the travel it happened about three times, so I decided to upgrade the legs and lid holder just makes it easier to move around when the SJ is hot
Quote from: MacEggs on April 26, 2014, 11:14:54 AM
Great job on the mod, Hogsy!
You converted a Gold to a Gold / Silver hybrid ... I like it!
I guess one could convert a Silver to a Silver with a lid bale? With some drilling.
Now to be referred to as a SJE or Smokey Joe Emerald ;)
SJS could easily be converted, as you say all you would need is a lid bale and gold handle.