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Title: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on July 21, 2017, 07:52:20 AM
Every day that goes by I feel just a little more guilty that I haven't divulged my recent acquisitions and shared the kindness of other WKC'ers associated with those scores.  Here we go.

Big thank you to @tspin818 for offering up several of his kettles to the club.  I was the first to inquire on his 18" Lime and condiment rack.  Thomas was super accommodating, holding the grill for a couple weeks while I was on vacation.  When the package arrived several weeks later, he threw in a new two-rivet handle, AND this green SJ!! He couldn't bare to separate the lime 18" and SJ and wanted to re-home them together.  I promise they will never be separated, Tspin818, thanks!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/02c705a31b4e32a3da66c55a78564551.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/149244dc70d08da74cdbc8177fc0db69.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/b350ec3dc7a67e91b280e012e88177d1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/28f6342e44e1f4547904ba73f19c172a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/4b8c227503ca7ce6d894d94b5b42a3bc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/d4287bd2b56e845158ff3b2b4251ce17.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/6f1bb6236cc6a55fd93403f4e1148e69.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/367282ac62497b46de3475c3e8799db7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/04254fc6cb6e319fc18376a0804ddda3.jpg)
I watched all those recent meet-up events from the sidelines and I wish I could have attended one of them.  Thank you to everyone who shared photos of these incredible events for those of us who couldn't attend.  I kinda/sorta got in on the action when @mcgolden posted possible items for trade at the Chicago meet-up.  He offered up a shish ring in excellent condition with its original box.  A trade was agreed upon and both items from both parties were in the mail the same day; probably the most expeditious exchange I've ever made.  He went way above and beyond while packaging the original box.  Thank you again.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/023d061479252997a9f6c30d8c08ba5b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/adbe33c8e4f84b3f6a569a097831c9c8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/d49d97a1857714a8a3cd410cf2ee883f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/949ba2ff5523de2a45a43c5830753794.jpg)
This "C" code SJ was up for sale by @crumbsnatcher and he was gracious enough to offer up some wiggle room on the sale price.  So a deal was made and this '81 made its way down to Florida.  Eventually this will be gifted to my friend as his birthyear grill.  I've been watching his Weberitis develop ever since I gifted him a kettle, so I know he is going to love this!  Thank you, @crumbsnatcher.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/80c0cdc518090588a8635b9a767b3434.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/6759b8200f9e56bce5316ae5a99f74ca.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/de0f19dc68725d453e7a12a2aab1ebd1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/c46aabf9f08229862aaa0bb7f95dd884.jpg)
I've had some members reach out to find and make them midgets.  This "O" code 18" OTS was from our former friend Smokin Performer who listed a complete grill on eBay for $150 but it never sold.  He then offered it to the WKC for $50, but just the bowl and lid.  I snagged it knowing I had plenty of spare parts.  Say what you will about the guy, he did throw in an original box of 100/100 condition while packing this kettle.  Thanks, Smokin Performer, wherever you are.  (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/7f0b82594d3d64be3c7eb65a6c6c3066.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/3049d4bf07b87b5f354b600d7328635f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/a108a9b2c052c378c7666f7c3138ade2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/db4d55ab84da58699032f2f4804f44b2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/9d7f7df995f0fe8d7863354cdaa85033.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/979ef8eb699472b4080ce146b1870339.jpg)This little guy is on his way to a new home this weekend.  I'll be sad to see it go... so to fill that empty hole in my heart, I found a rockin red "K" for myself and made another 22" midget to match the blue.
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Thanks to each of you who helped with these acquisitions.  More to come later today.  (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170721/bca03de1fedaf8616b0d04b05c12453e.jpg)
Happy Friday.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: mhiszem on July 21, 2017, 08:06:17 AM
Wow @Mr.CPHo that is amazing. I had to go back and look at the pictures again. Love the lime and other 18's. Amazing generosity from more members.
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: mcgolden on July 21, 2017, 08:23:24 AM
Great trading with you. It was a great addition to my collection. Thanks!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Rub on July 21, 2017, 08:43:43 AM
Wowzers, beautiful kettles! What a great spree you've been on, congrats!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Travis on July 21, 2017, 10:07:38 AM
You have a beautiful collection, Charlie. Love to hear all the interaction between club members. Nice job, fella's.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: swamprb on July 21, 2017, 10:12:53 AM
SWEEEEET!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: chiku18 on July 21, 2017, 10:15:34 AM
@Mr.CPHo - Some serious beautiful collection and very detailed with the pictures. There are many kettles I have been eyeing for long time :). You have been quietly collecting/Trading , glad you shared some pics with the club.
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Lowbrass on July 21, 2017, 10:30:50 AM
So awesome!  Very jealous of your collection, especially the 18" lime!  Great wheelin and dealin man!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: greenweb on July 21, 2017, 05:38:34 PM
Sweet! Love the lime 18". Congrats on your new additions.
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on July 21, 2017, 05:45:51 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/c929b33fed57e8a2ce7116a56c3cc089.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/ea8cf0bd2fca60fd03ee457ca13b2642.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/8261c90782f314eca38715531bf53e69.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/f2704c6bd97b92d2ff9b173d5d190d63.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/c02a27805d8b8e0158092e4fc46ea965.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/6cb3d0edfcd84d76c81c74b5027bd8d7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/4309f6cb07ddc31bc311dd7f868a3d62.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/506da19742084f4bd252b536daac5f02.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/ae23469fb772d6eb498d5820df3458d6.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/a638ea5cea30b1f2edcc01cc04adf855.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170722/67da81c83b7b97cf405daa727d4cc3b8.jpg)


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: mhiszem on July 21, 2017, 05:48:59 PM
Great looking blue Mbh to top out the trio. Congrats!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: buckeyesmoker on July 21, 2017, 05:49:05 PM
Very Very Nice Charlie !!!!  ....I do have to admit ..I have a thing for that faded black 18" with tape marks.  That's a Kool piece

........Looking for a Westerner

Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Rub on July 21, 2017, 06:33:12 PM
Beauties, congrats!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Hell Fire Grill on July 21, 2017, 06:49:51 PM
You've acquired some some pretty sweet grills recently.

Is the Blue MBH the one from Canada on Ebay the other day?
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on July 21, 2017, 11:02:11 PM

Quote from: Hell Fire Grill on July 21, 2017, 06:49:51 PM
You've acquired some some pretty sweet grills recently.

Is the Blue MBH the one from Canada on Ebay the other day?
Yes.
Canadian Find Of The Year
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=31090


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on July 25, 2017, 06:50:39 PM
Thanks for the cool kettle cover, @chiku18!


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Title: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on July 26, 2017, 03:18:43 AM

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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: mhiszem on July 26, 2017, 05:22:00 AM
Sweet looking! Custom made?
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Rub on July 26, 2017, 05:28:43 AM
Groovy baby!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: crumbsnatcher on July 26, 2017, 11:37:24 AM
Did you gift that smokey joe to your friend yet?  It's a cool little grill, just a tad to small for my needs. Glad it'll go to a good home.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: pbe gummi bear on July 26, 2017, 12:35:40 PM
Looks like you're having a blast with your kettles. Keep it up!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on July 26, 2017, 01:20:36 PM

Quote from: crumbsnatcher on July 26, 2017, 11:37:24 AM
Did you gift that smokey joe to your friend yet?  Weber Kettle Club mobile app (https://siteowners.tapatalk.com/byo/displayAndDownloadByoApp?rid=91018)
Hey! I said "eventually".... quit giving me a hard time. 


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on August 15, 2017, 09:44:35 AM
Big thanks to @Raindog for agreeing to trade for one of these charcoal chests and "H" code SJ.  I'm looking forward to seeing pics of your finished restoration!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on August 15, 2017, 10:01:50 AM
A couple months ago I started hunting for a Happy Cooker internal ash pan.  I'd heard so many great things about the IAP and wanted to experience one for myself.  Well, wouldn't you know the WKC came through not just once, but twice!

Thank you to @Bob BQ for sending me an IAP.  I was very happy... until he informed me there's an 18"IAP out there some where.  Great, now I gotta find one of those too, since, you know, 18's are my jam.

Fellow Floridian, @Chiku18, came through (again) with not only another IAP, but a new ash scoop too!!

I gotta tell you guys with the three-wheelers, try and find yourself an IAP and an ash shovel.  It's truly a winning combination.  I've only used it a handful of times, but I can already say cleanup is so ridiculously easy, it makes the one-touch system look stupid.  If I can find the right vendor, I'd make reproductions of these IAPs.

Chiku is also letting me test-drive a CnT ring until we meet up again next month.  Another dang accessory that should be brought back by Weber.

Thanks, guys!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: mhiszem on August 15, 2017, 10:03:41 AM
Wow!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on August 15, 2017, 10:12:26 AM
@JEBIV recently posted his Kettle Karma Box which has passed through many grillfellas' hands:
Kettle Karma Box
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=32246

When it got to my garage, this NOS sidekick was inside for me.  Thanks, Joe, for reaching out to make a deal and the additional freebies inside.  Can't thank you enough.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: crumbsnatcher on August 15, 2017, 12:36:27 PM
Wonder if the member who is producing the reproduction twist ash pans can fabricate these happy cooker pans for us?


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: weldboy on August 15, 2017, 01:44:40 PM
Fantastic looking collection


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: inkaddictedchef1 on August 15, 2017, 02:17:44 PM
Congrats on the beautiful acquisitions...need me one of those scoops.

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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on August 24, 2017, 07:02:12 AM
Making connections with other grillfellas across this great country of ours has been an extremely rewarding and enriching experience.  I encourage everyone here to reach out to one another and help in whatever way you can; even seemingly small acts of kindness have positive ripple effects throughout our Kettle-Kommunity. 

Big thank you to @TD15 who reached out with interest for my set of unused 18" Craycorts.  I was able to trade for an item that another WKC'er was looking for.  I was really happy to see the Craycorts go to a good home instead of collecting dust in my garage, and I'm looking forward to gifting the exchanged item to another grillfella who has selflessly helped me in so many ways.

But the trading didn't stop there.  TD15 and I continued to chat and we came up with a second trade which I'll share here.  I'm really loving this work table and imagine what a pleasant surprise it was to see it fits the Fleetwood perfectly.  Thank you, Tim.  I'm looking forward to seeing your project come to fruition.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: inkaddictedchef1 on August 24, 2017, 07:06:21 AM
Wow! Absolutely amazing! Kettle karma!

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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: TD15 on August 24, 2017, 07:28:05 AM
Awesome pics and stories Charlie!!!   


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: brewmasterc on August 24, 2017, 07:36:01 AM
This is truly an awesome story, now i'm on the hunt for a internal ash pan... thanks for the share
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: mhiszem on August 24, 2017, 07:54:02 AM
Wow that is amazing! Love to hear about teamwork like this.


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Title: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on September 07, 2017, 04:50:18 AM
An underlying tenet of the WKC, sometimes barely perceivable but ever-present, is the sentiment of "paying it forward".  It wasn't long ago as a super NOOB, I was looking for a set of three ash clips.  Unaware of the existence of ereplacements.com, or the virtues of buying cheap kettles for parts, I jumped into this site to ask if I could buy these clips from someone here:
WTB three clips for ash catcher pan
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=25635

I had no prior interaction with @Jon (or anyone really), but he generously sent a pack of brand new ash clips; his asking price - simply "pay it forward".  This was my first encounter with Kettle Karma, and I can definitively say it's this attitude of kindness & Kommunity that has kept me around.  In a sense, @Jon's generosity was my gateway into Weberitis, and although I never publicly thanked him, I've never forgotten that small gesture.  Thank you, @Jon.

Just a year later, I continue to be the recipient of members' unfathomable generosity and I'm still surprised by the eagerness of those members who look out for one another and who, almost presciently, offer their help. 

Such was the case with @JEBIV, who saw that I reached out to another WKC'er to buy a roti ring, and took it upon himself to box and ship this gloriously faded original roti ring.  I love it so much and it's the perfect addition to my ongoing performer project.  Thank you, JEBIV, you're a pillar of our Kettle Kommunity, and I promise I'll continue to pay it forward.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/706e005991a7753092963f2e3d2bbfdf.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/88bbc18c614fd5376a554e61a4673e37.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/8a99ec2339adf6ecb5a10b18fcb6098f.jpg)
I love love love that last pic.  Hopefully you do too.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: JEBIV on September 07, 2017, 04:52:43 AM
That roti ring was made to be on that kettle I love those pics
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: mhiszem on September 07, 2017, 05:26:17 AM
Amazing group of people at the WKC


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Title: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on October 01, 2017, 12:25:11 PM
Thank you to Qwesthunter for this sidekick frame(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/3d7eb179a752b005391cd81e2ddf0fb8.jpg)and thank you to eLLWOODgGLEN for this sidekick table!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/0bdac3deb749fa3fcd1fc96150c33768.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/9084945e766b77b69da211fb700d2485.jpg)Very much appreciated, guys. 

Here's a before and after of the table:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/2018c6462a8d97c1da49d9c869957a06.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/4e17ba47a027ed639a56cb08ae23e392.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/b450d4b2332ae8375bf1bd75f0f9793b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/c2d8e3c5329520512f959862d8df442c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/4e749149f7e844b7d62412b4ed3b227b.jpg)


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Travis on October 01, 2017, 01:37:40 PM
Beautiful sir!


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Post by: RottiGuy on October 01, 2017, 01:42:00 PM
Very nice!!
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Post by: greenweb on October 01, 2017, 03:23:00 PM
Table looks great!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on October 08, 2017, 06:07:20 AM
Thank you to @Jeeping79 for the old school roti ring which is in incredible shape for its age, check out the peel too!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171008/e33762125964da731cc1de3b8531be74.jpg)I really appreciate your willingness to ship and good luck with the move!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on February 02, 2018, 06:40:38 AM
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I received a mystery package last night with a couple rubs I've never tried.  I knew I hadn't ordered anything, so I immediately started racking my brain trying to figure out who sent this.  It took awhile, but I finally figured out Mike In Roseville sent these to me for a little inspiration.  Mike has been extremely encouraging, he knew I was in a slump after tasting Rub's amazing BBQ at the last Florida meetup. 

Thank you, Mike... I'm slowly getting my mojo working again and these will definitely be incorporated into my Super Bowl cook this weekend. 

Great group of Grillfellas here.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: eLLWOODgGLEN on February 02, 2018, 07:35:11 AM
Quote from: Mr.CPHo on October 01, 2017, 12:25:11 PM
Thank you to Qwesthunter for this sidekick frame(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/3d7eb179a752b005391cd81e2ddf0fb8.jpg)and thank you to eLLWOODgGLEN for this sidekick table!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/0bdac3deb749fa3fcd1fc96150c33768.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/9084945e766b77b69da211fb700d2485.jpg)Very much appreciated, guys. 

Here's a before and after of the table:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/2018c6462a8d97c1da49d9c869957a06.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/4e17ba47a027ed639a56cb08ae23e392.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/b450d4b2332ae8375bf1bd75f0f9793b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/c2d8e3c5329520512f959862d8df442c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/4e749149f7e844b7d62412b4ed3b227b.jpg)


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Glad the tabletop could be restored. It looks awesome! Enjoy it


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Rub on February 02, 2018, 09:49:19 AM

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I received a mystery package last night with a couple rubs I've never tried.  I knew I hadn't ordered anything, so I immediately started racking my brain trying to figure out who sent this.  It took awhile, but I finally figured out Mike In Roseville sent these to me for a little inspiration.  Mike has been extremely encouraging, he knew I was in a slump after tasting Rub's amazing BBQ at the last Florida meetup. 

Thank you, Mike... I'm slowly getting my mojo working again and these will definitely be incorporated into my Super Bowl cook this weekend. 

Great group of Grillfellas here.


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@Mike in Roseville is da man!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: wessonjb on February 02, 2018, 02:34:47 PM

Quote from: Mr.CPHo on February 02, 2018, 06:40:38 AM
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I received a mystery package last night with a couple rubs I've never tried.  I knew I hadn't ordered anything, so I immediately started racking my brain trying to figure out who sent this.  It took awhile, but I finally figured out Mike In Roseville sent these to me for a little inspiration.  Mike has been extremely encouraging, he knew I was in a slump after tasting Rub's amazing BBQ at the last Florida meetup. 

Thank you, Mike... I'm slowly getting my mojo working again and these will definitely be incorporated into my Super Bowl cook this weekend. 

Great group of Grillfellas here.


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awesome group and awesome gesture mike.


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on May 03, 2018, 06:20:49 PM
Big thank you to JEBIV who knew my wife was looking for another set of Weber steak knives to make a full set of 8.  He sent us a surprise package and inside was this nice note stating his demands.  I had to comply!

Thank you very much, Joe!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: inkaddictedchef1 on May 03, 2018, 08:15:57 PM
Quote from: Mr.CPHo on May 03, 2018, 06:20:49 PM
Big thank you to JEBIV who knew my wife was looking for another set of Weber steak knives to make a full set of 8.  He sent us a surprise package and inside was this nice note stating his demands.  I had to comply!

Thank you very much, Joe!


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Awesome, simply awesome

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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: JEBIV on May 04, 2018, 03:04:19 AM
Good looking steak!!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mike in Roseville on May 04, 2018, 05:43:40 AM
Love it!

@JEBIV, you're the man!


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Title: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on September 27, 2018, 09:44:59 AM
Although it's been awhile since I've updated this post, that doesn't mean I'm any less appreciative of, or inspired by, all the good deeds going on behind the scenes. 

A few months ago, I started searching for a vintage rotisserie to complete my loweRED SSP build.  Lowbrass kindly offered to trade his vintage roti setup and we struck a deal.  The logistics were kind of crazy; I boxed up Lowbrass' item and handed off to Chiku18 who then shipped to JEBIV to bring to the Chicago meet up to exchange for the roti. 

But it didn't stop there...

... Lowbrass and I came to another agreement and before long I had to ask JEBIV for another huge favor, to bring back a Ranger!

Last weekend we finally made the trip up to ATL to pick up the vintage roti, the Ranger, and a set of wire SJ legs from Brewtownbeatdown.  (Another kettle made its way down to FL, but I'll let that member post if they so choose)

Huge thank you to Lowbrass, JEBIV, and Chiku18 for helping me acquire my holy grail.  Joe even threw in a pack of vintage lighter cubes!  I'm forever indebted to your kindness.
Title: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on September 27, 2018, 10:01:18 AM
I previously mentioned a set of wire SJ legs which I had been searching for on behalf of a local Weber enthusiast who found a speckled offset handle SJ at an estate sale, but unfortunately didn't come with any legs.  She reached out to me for help getting her little SJ on its feet again and thanks to Brewtownbeatdown, I'll have the pleasure of dropping off the wire legs this weekend.  Although they aren't period-correct, I know she's extremely appreciative and hopefully she'll join the fun here at WKC.

The story doesn't end there...

Coincidentally, Chiku18 spotted ANOTHER speckled offset SJ in a box and not only alerted me, he went above and beyond by securing it and having it shipped to me directly!  It's like having my own Kettle Koncierge!

Thank you Brewtownbeatdown and Chiku18; they may seem like isolated incidents, but we all know kettle karma is real!




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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on September 27, 2018, 10:11:30 AM
When it rains, it pours.

Such was the case when Mcgolden reached out to see if I had any interest in his NIB 18" shish set.  I'll admit, I was still rebounding from the Ranger purchase, but I just couldn't refuse 1) a vintage accessory, 2) a vintage accessory made for the 18's, 3) a vintage accessory made for the 18's NEW IN BOX! 

Thank you, Mcgolden, I really appreciate it!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: jeffrackmo on September 27, 2018, 10:21:01 AM
And to think..

I have seen that Ranger in Person!  It was in my back yard for the inaugural Meat Up in STL!! I actually had the pleasure of wheeling it in!!  I truly enjoyed witnessing @Lowbrass almost come to tears as his bacon wrapped smokies were a cookin' on the Ranger!!

Man...  Good times.. good times....

J
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: CatskillSmoker on September 27, 2018, 10:39:25 AM
Congrats on the Grate scores Charlie. Worked hard, everyone did, on that one.
Kettle Karma to all!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: JEBIV on September 27, 2018, 11:05:01 AM
I recognize those leaves on the driveway, sorry we weren't home to visit for a bit
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Lowbrass on September 27, 2018, 12:20:05 PM
Not gonna lie...I miss the ranger...however I also know it is at a great new home!  I love seeing it with your collection Charlie!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Darko on September 27, 2018, 12:28:30 PM
That's awesome! You guys rock!!!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: RottiGuy on September 27, 2018, 01:51:24 PM
Great story!!!

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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: JEBIV on September 27, 2018, 04:25:24 PM
Quote from: Mr.CPHo on September 27, 2018, 10:11:30 AM
When it rains, it pours.

Such was the case when Mcgolden reached out to see if I had any interest in his NIB 18" shish set.  I'll admit, I was still rebounding from the Ranger purchase, but I just couldn't refuse 1) a vintage accessory, 2) a vintage accessory made for the 18's, 3) a vintage accessory made for the 18's NEW IN BOX! 

Thank you, Mcgolden, I really appreciate it!


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Can't believe you took out of the box Charlie LOL,

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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: varekai on September 27, 2018, 05:10:44 PM
NO I AM NOT crying from reading all three pages of this thread, it's the smoke from my grill making my eyes water....  man i love this place!!!!


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Rub on September 27, 2018, 06:10:06 PM
You guys all rock


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Mr.CPHo on October 08, 2018, 04:03:31 PM
I received a mystery package from Weber Haven, FL over the weekend; when I opened it, I was really surprised and excited to find one of Rub's 18" wooden Weber discs inside!  Sweet!

But.... I didn't order one because I already have the 22" version, generously gifted by Rub at last year's meat-up.  So, I figured Rub must've just made a simple mistake, probably while crushing the competition on the BBQ circuit. 

So I text Rub and ask "yo, w'sup wit dat?" (paraphrasing), and he responds that it's a gift from captjoe06!

Captain Joe, THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH!  Your random act of kindness is just another example of the generosity that's pervasive throughout this club.  You're an amazing Grillfella, and thank you for being a friend. 


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Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: captjoe06 on October 09, 2018, 01:47:57 AM
Quote from: Mr.CPHo on October 08, 2018, 04:03:31 PM
I received a mystery package from Weber Haven, FL over the weekend; when I opened it, I was really surprised and excited to find one of Rub's 18" wooden Weber discs inside!  Sweet!

But.... I didn't order one because I already have the 22" version, generously gifted by Rub at last year's meat-up.  So, I figured Rub must've just made a simple mistake, probably while crushing the competition on the BBQ circuit. 

So I text Rub and ask "yo, w'sup wit dat?" (paraphrasing), and he responds that it's a gift from captjoe06!

Captain Joe, THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH!  Your random act of kindness is just another example of the generosity that's pervasive throughout this club.  You're an amazing Grillfella, and thank you for being a friend. 


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Consider it a bribe to get you up for next year's Northeast Meet up :)
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: bear on October 09, 2018, 01:53:17 AM
This place is awesome
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Darko on October 09, 2018, 03:47:11 AM
That's what it's all about!
Title: Re: I get by with a little help from my friends
Post by: Rub on October 09, 2018, 08:41:24 AM
@captjoe06 is one of the good ones!


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