Thanks to
@dwnthehatch @captjoe06 and
@zavod44 I had all the parts and pieces in all the right colors to build up this Mini Master Touch, just right for those grilling-for-two meals. Quick fun mod, and I grabbed a few shots on a rainy day in between showers. I'll get my entire family together sometime soon, just like everyone else around here. ::)
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Lookin good!
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Can you do a little tutorial about drilling the holes for the lid holder?
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That's awesome
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That's sharp
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Oooh, I love the look of that.
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Quote from: captjoe06 on May 22, 2017, 06:51:57 AM
Can you do a little tutorial about drilling the holes for the lid holder?
Pretty simple. (Thanks to a roached out bowl from an 18.5" OTP.) The first hole is in line with the center of the rear vent slot, 4 1/2" down from the end of the slot.
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The bail holes are centered on that same line, and are 18 1/4" center to center.
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The bail holes are 1" on center from the lip of the bowl.
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Holes are 1/4", and I got to it in three steps, starting with a 1/8" bit. I used blue painters tape to mark the holes.
That's sweet.
I'm gonna need to find an 18" ash can setup like that come July.
Thanks so much!
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Looks great!
Looks beautiful! It is funny how I am just coming back from picking up a 18" kettle. And it is your favorite color. You might be wondering what so special than. Well! I will reveal it soon.
Now I know what to do with the lid bale I've got hanging around.
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That''s nice!
Very nice looking I would say just a "Little Classy" black tie meal worthy !!
@56MPG
Very nice! I have a couple/few 22" lid bales. I wonder if those would work on an 18... kind of like the new-style bales on Performers.
Quote from: Kneab on May 22, 2017, 07:14:22 AM
That's sweet.
I'm gonna need to find an 18" ash can setup like that come July.
Will you be making a red mini-MT? ;)
Quote from: Bob BQ on May 22, 2017, 08:45:20 AM
I wonder if those would work on an 18... kind of like the new-style bales on Performers.
Doubtful. The spacing on a 22.5 is 23 1/4" compared to 18 1/4" on the 18.5. The center section is about 1 1/2" longer too. I don't see how it would work, but feel free to prove me wrong. ;D
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Quote from: Bob BQ on May 22, 2017, 08:45:20 AM
I wonder if those would work on an 18... kind of like the new-style bales on Performers.
Doubtful. The spacing on a 22.5 is 23 1/4" compared to 18 1/4" on the 18.5. The center section is about 1 1/2" longer too. I don't see how it would work, but feel free to prove me wrong. ;D
I saw somewhere that someone used a 22 bale as a trial and it did work. Spreads out a bit so the lid sits much lower in it.
Love it!
Some new handles and better photos. Kind of a mixed tribute kettle - I love Martin & Co, and my name is Martin, so...
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That is one nice looking MT
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Weber's and Martin's that is a pricey addiction! ;D
@56MPG
Not if the only Martin you own is a 60's Ukulele, and all your kettles are black. That's how I keep the addiction in check.
Very nicely done.
Nice setup, Marty. I love the premium OEM look.
Looks amazing!!! Now I am thinking of an 18.... Thanks for the inspiration!!!
Jeff