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Title: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: Winz on August 05, 2014, 06:39:20 PM
Due to the generosity of another WKC member, my plan for a copper mini WSM to complement Bisbee recently happened with the arrival of a copper SJG.  This mini WSM is much like all other mini WSMs - the only difference is the copper kettle in the Weber logo (as opposed to red).  Of course, the SJG has a Zav handle in dark walnut.

(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/zqh939bn207vtxg/IMG_0499.jpg)

Bisbee got a new ashcan set up as well.  I am trying to decide which I like better - the black ring/copper ashcan setup with spoked wheels (the "steampunk" setup per Gummi):

(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/dfqsqgag7jzxozd/IMG_0498.jpg)

Or the copper ring/black ashcan setup with solid wheels (the "old school" look):

(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/zrc89jjn68mhhy3/ash%20ring.jpg)

Thanks for looking,

Winz
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: 1buckie on August 05, 2014, 06:59:58 PM


you're sooooooo far around the bend already, might as well keep the spokies...... 8)

Looks great on all accounts, man !!!!!
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: SixZeroFour on August 05, 2014, 07:14:37 PM
How about "Steampunk" with solid wheels? ;)

Winz, your copper is hands down the nicest performer I've seen. So cool and unique and fit and finish is top notch. Thanks for sharing, I want to rip off your idea badly  ;) ;D

Stunning!
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: Ted B on August 05, 2014, 07:44:03 PM
It's awesome every which way!!  I can't stop showing Bisbee to all my friends. Such a cool grill.
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: argentflame on August 05, 2014, 08:41:30 PM
Way too cool. Wow.
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: 1911Ron on August 06, 2014, 02:20:32 AM
I kinda like the spoke wheels myself.
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: Cuda Dan on August 06, 2014, 05:32:08 AM
I like the look of the classic spoke wheels! I don't think I have seen them on any other kettle/performer. Did you get the side sheet metal plated with copper? I like black ash bracket with the copper ash can.
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: glrasmussen on August 06, 2014, 05:40:46 AM
Great looking Winz! Keep the Spokies. Infact share the link, like that modification. Looks like the ash can is a modified purchase of a can that fits perfect?
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: Winz on August 06, 2014, 08:26:15 AM
QuoteKeep the Spokies. Infact share the link, like that modification

Below is an amazon link for the 8" wheels.  I found them at a local ACE.  Best part is the hub is 3/8 - the same diameter as a stock performer axle.  No messing with adaptors.

http://www.amazon.com/490-322-0008-1-75-Wire-Spoke-Wheel/dp/B000BPF2IO (http://www.amazon.com/490-322-0008-1-75-Wire-Spoke-Wheel/dp/B000BPF2IO)

QuoteLooks like the ash can is a modified purchase of a can that fits perfect?

Good eye!  Yes, the ash can is indeed a copper pan with a 9 3/4 diameter.  I simply drilled holes for the stock Weber ashcan handle.  Fits perfectly.

Winz
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: saxart on August 06, 2014, 07:52:40 PM
I like the spoke-wheels as well.   

Wow, that Linens-n-Things Gold SJ really 'pops' with the black smoker-pot on there!
Title: Re: Bisbee's smoking friend
Post by: Stu Clary on August 07, 2014, 07:47:22 AM
Quote from: 1911Ron on August 06, 2014, 02:20:32 AM
I kinda like the spoke wheels myself.

I think put some spinners on it