I rescued a beat-up black Master-Touch on Saturday.
Has anybody installed custom made lid bale rollers made from wood?
The ones from the rescue look like this. Just wondering if anybody has had it done, or given it some thought. Thanks.
I know that I could just buy new ones, but, sometimes I like to think outside the box. :)
(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_3932.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_3932.jpg.html)
I'd be willing to bet that if you sweet talked zaphod enough, he could whip something up for you.
I'd be keen for a pair of non-plastic.
I've always thought that SS bale rollers would be nice.
I have a MT whose rollers look exactly like yours Mac. A common problem obviously. SS wood look beauty as well.
I just picked up acouple of sets from my local weber parts guy Part # 63049 - about $ 10 plus gst and pst, if you order from weber I think they will charge shipping
Ahh this topic again
Must be third or fourth time I've seen wood lid bale rollers topic
What how quiet Brian is
No one ever asked me, so I never thought about it....send me a pm if your willing to try and see if they will work.....
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Quote from: Golly on November 23, 2014, 07:51:46 PM
Ahh this topic again
Must be third or fourth time I've seen wood lid bale rollers topic
What how quiet Brian is
I thought I remembered this topic in the past.
Did a quick search, and nothing significant showed up.
Plus, I was a little lazy to search anymore.
@zavod44 - PM sent
I`ve thought of using small copper tubing
Quote from: TexasOnion on November 25, 2014, 06:06:46 AMI`ve thought of using small copper tubing
Not a bad idea. Something to consider. :)
Quote from: TexasOnion on November 25, 2014, 06:06:46 AM
I`ve thought of using small copper tubing
i found some nylon sleeves at Ace but i had to run a thin blade through them to fit over the nubs on the bale. copper tubing is a great idea.
Wooden lid bale rollers would be awesome! Good call!
What about using some wooden thread spools?
.... No Explanation Necessary ....
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@MacEggs Looks classy, especially if the handles match. Did you make them or is it a miscellaneous piece of something? Reminds me of an old bathroom faucet handle
Quote from: jdefran on July 03, 2015, 05:48:19 AM@MacEggs Looks classy, especially if the handles match. Did you make them or is it a miscellaneous piece of something? Reminds me of an old bathroom faucet handle
I do believe the handles match. I had these lid bale rollers custom made by a gentleman who makes custom spice grinders.
I requested him to make some, and he used sugar maple. The above pic is from
@MrHoss 's M/T.
I currently do not have a M/T, but am looking for a cheap OTS to convert, as I have all the parts for a conversion. :D
Nice. I took the melted plastic ones off my kettle that is dedicated for the kettlepizza. Would love to see some heat resistant ones made out of wood.
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Quote from: dgodwin on July 03, 2015, 11:32:22 AMWould love to see some heat resistant ones made out of wood.
I can't see having any issues with the wood. These were made from sugar maple - a nice hardwood.
Yep. This was the thread I was looking for. Thanks for the link.
I can make these rollers if you need them. Send me a note and I can help you out.....plus I can match the wood to your handle
Alright, I have had these wooden lid bale rollers on my new-to-me lime green performer for a few weeks now. Done maybe 4-5 cooks on it so far.
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(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_4643.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_4643.jpg.html)
(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_5008.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_5008.jpg.html)
I decided to do a good test on them. Some high-heat chicken wings.
Two charcoal baskets located close to each of the wooden lid bale rollers.
(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_5052.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_5052.jpg.html)
(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_5054.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_5054.jpg.html)
(http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n615/MacEggs/IMG_5056.jpg) (http://s1142.photobucket.com/user/MacEggs/media/IMG_5056.jpg.html)
I gotta say ... I am very impressed.
Sure, the wood got very hot to the touch, but I was never concerned that they would "burst" into flames.
If anyone is considering this, I recommend it. Whether it be for a Performer or a MasterTouch.
A good hardwood would be my preference. Mine don't match the handle, but that is not a deal-breaker for me.