Title: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on March 23, 2021, 10:31:02 PM
Post by: teejhanson on March 23, 2021, 10:31:02 PM
Hey everyone! I was lucky enough to pick up an imperial sequoia wagon about a week ago. I spent the weekend reading all posts related to this product and all RRR related posts. I wanted to start a post so that I could share my restore progress, but mostly so I could encourage advice and hopefully learn more about the grill. I want to hear your input on how I can achieve the best restore possible. So please, if you have some advice, I want to hear it.
Here's a bit about the grill I picked up and where I am so far:
This sequoia is an E code copper mist . That dates it to be 1983. In the 1983 catalog, there is no listed imperial sequoia wagon and so I can only assume this was made sometime between 1982 and 1983. The kettle has a one touch system which i find to be unique and interesting. I did my best to save the original, but after several days of frequent pb blaster and gentle pressure, I broke the thumbscrew and was forced to cut the ash sweep bar
. The kettle is in above average condition. There are a couple small porcelain pops on the top and bottom and some small flecks of porcelain loss on the bowl.
Today I took most of the cart apart. The boards on the top of the cart were in bad shape, and after a lot of thought I decided to replace the majority of the cart with new California redwood. Tomorrow, I am going to visit the place I purchased my tung oil from, for restoring handles, and get their input on how to refinish the original pieces I am keeping and the best way to finish/preserve the cart.
When I assemble the cart, I plan on using some of the triangle braces, suggested in another post,to help keep the cart rigid and square. I also plan on using finish staples (my cart had staples on the bottom and middle portions but finish nails on the top) to reassemble all boards to the frame pieces.
I am missing the lid holder and the rings on my cart, so if by chance someone has an extra set you are willing to part with, I sure would appreciate it - I know this is a long shot but figured it wouldn't hurt to put it out there.
So that's it as of tonight. Thanks to all of you that have previously posted their experiences with similar restores. If anyone has any advice I'd love to hear it! Thanks for reading and good night!
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Here's a bit about the grill I picked up and where I am so far:
This sequoia is an E code copper mist . That dates it to be 1983. In the 1983 catalog, there is no listed imperial sequoia wagon and so I can only assume this was made sometime between 1982 and 1983. The kettle has a one touch system which i find to be unique and interesting. I did my best to save the original, but after several days of frequent pb blaster and gentle pressure, I broke the thumbscrew and was forced to cut the ash sweep bar
. The kettle is in above average condition. There are a couple small porcelain pops on the top and bottom and some small flecks of porcelain loss on the bowl. Today I took most of the cart apart. The boards on the top of the cart were in bad shape, and after a lot of thought I decided to replace the majority of the cart with new California redwood. Tomorrow, I am going to visit the place I purchased my tung oil from, for restoring handles, and get their input on how to refinish the original pieces I am keeping and the best way to finish/preserve the cart.
When I assemble the cart, I plan on using some of the triangle braces, suggested in another post,to help keep the cart rigid and square. I also plan on using finish staples (my cart had staples on the bottom and middle portions but finish nails on the top) to reassemble all boards to the frame pieces.
I am missing the lid holder and the rings on my cart, so if by chance someone has an extra set you are willing to part with, I sure would appreciate it - I know this is a long shot but figured it wouldn't hurt to put it out there.
So that's it as of tonight. Thanks to all of you that have previously posted their experiences with similar restores. If anyone has any advice I'd love to hear it! Thanks for reading and good night!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on March 24, 2021, 03:01:05 AM
Post by: JEBIV on March 24, 2021, 03:01:05 AM
Sweet score, probably one of the newest Sequoias in the club, congrats
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: michaelmilitello on March 24, 2021, 06:07:25 AM
Post by: michaelmilitello on March 24, 2021, 06:07:25 AM
Congrats, TJ. You've been on a roll!
Beautiful grill and fun project.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on March 24, 2021, 07:01:34 AM
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on March 24, 2021, 07:01:34 AM
Quote from: michaelmilitello on March 24, 2021, 06:07:25 AM
Congrats, TJ. You've been on a roll!
Beautiful grill and fun project.
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Right now you can't stop him, you can only hope to contain him! Congrats on an awesome score. I'll looking forward to seeing the progress of the cart.
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 24, 2021, 07:51:00 AM
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 24, 2021, 07:51:00 AM
You are on fire!
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: randy on March 24, 2021, 08:24:10 AM
Post by: randy on March 24, 2021, 08:24:10 AM
Nice!
I've never seen a bowl with handles and tabs.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: bamakettles on March 24, 2021, 08:51:01 AM
Post by: bamakettles on March 24, 2021, 08:51:01 AM
Looks like an awesome project. Looking forward to seeing your progress!
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Jan M. on March 24, 2021, 01:52:53 PM
Post by: Jan M. on March 24, 2021, 01:52:53 PM
Wow 🤩 Please share the progress
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Lilyankee on March 24, 2021, 05:01:02 PM
Post by: Lilyankee on March 24, 2021, 05:01:02 PM
Congratulations and looking forward to your restore updates!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on March 24, 2021, 06:52:20 PM
Post by: teejhanson on March 24, 2021, 06:52:20 PM
Freshly milled redwood! Stopped by a local wood working shop today and got some great advice on how to refinish/finish the wood. Working on sanding for the next few days...
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Crashrat on March 24, 2021, 08:37:18 PM
Post by: Crashrat on March 24, 2021, 08:37:18 PM
Nice score! Following your progress on this one
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on March 31, 2021, 06:54:14 AM
Post by: teejhanson on March 31, 2021, 06:54:14 AM
Well, after hours of sanding, I had the wood looking pretty good for being 40 yrs old. I went to a local woodworking store and got some advice on how to finish the wood. We tried several stains on the new and old wood, and despite trying to stain the new wood to match the old wood color they just looked too different. I decided that it was worth attempting to duplicate the old pieces I had intended on keeping. So yesterday, I went and picked up more redwood and made these pieces. I am really happy with how things turned out, they look nearly identical to the old pieces. I have some more sanding to do, and then I am going to finish the wood with Penofin clear penetrating oil finish. I wanted to share my progress; I am hoping to have the cart done next week. Thanks for reading!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on March 31, 2021, 07:19:58 AM
Post by: JEBIV on March 31, 2021, 07:19:58 AM
Looking good !!
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Transit98 on March 31, 2021, 08:05:24 AM
Post by: Transit98 on March 31, 2021, 08:05:24 AM
What a project- great start with quality materials
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Chris-B-Que on March 31, 2021, 06:52:48 PM
Post by: Chris-B-Que on March 31, 2021, 06:52:48 PM
Awesome find!!!
Do you have the schematics for the cart at all.
Have a mate with a tabbed c code bowl and we are/have been trying to find a sequoia wagon.
May be easier to make one from the original plans etc...
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Do you have the schematics for the cart at all.
Have a mate with a tabbed c code bowl and we are/have been trying to find a sequoia wagon.
May be easier to make one from the original plans etc...
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on March 31, 2021, 07:37:30 PM
Post by: teejhanson on March 31, 2021, 07:37:30 PM
Hey Chris, check the forum for the post open sourcing the Sequoia. If you have any questions or need some pictures just let me know and I can help the best I can. There are several other posts that have some pretty great sequoia information as well.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Chris-B-Que on March 31, 2021, 09:02:23 PM
Post by: Chris-B-Que on March 31, 2021, 09:02:23 PM
Quote from: teejhanson on March 31, 2021, 07:37:30 PMI have had a good look but can't find anything with the schematics. The search function is not working for me either.
Hey Chris, check the forum for the post open sourcing the Sequoia. If you have any questions or need some pictures just let me know and I can help the best I can. There are several other posts that have some pretty great sequoia information as well.
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Isn't bringing any results up on the search..
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on April 01, 2021, 04:17:41 AM
Post by: JEBIV on April 01, 2021, 04:17:41 AM
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on April 21, 2021, 04:41:02 PM
Post by: teejhanson on April 21, 2021, 04:41:02 PM
Slowly but surely I am able to work on this project. I am very close to staining and assembling. I'm hoping to have it done this week. Making the circle cutout was challenging for me because honestly I have no clue what I'm doing, but I'm really happy with how it turned out. The circle cutout might be a little small but I can always sand the edge down a bit more. I will not know until I get the top together. I have a few holes to drill and a bit more sanding to do but it's coming along. More updates to come soon, hopefully!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on April 22, 2021, 03:37:27 AM
Post by: JEBIV on April 22, 2021, 03:37:27 AM
That is coming along very nicely @teejhanson
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Joep on April 22, 2021, 06:28:10 AM
Post by: Joep on April 22, 2021, 06:28:10 AM
Great job! That one is in the right hands!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on April 24, 2021, 09:29:09 AM
Post by: teejhanson on April 24, 2021, 09:29:09 AM
Drilled the holes today for the hardware. Dry fit all the frame pieces and everything fit together really well. Applying seal tomorrow and maybe I can get it together this next week. Starting to get really excited! Thanks for looking.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on April 24, 2021, 09:31:25 AM
Post by: teejhanson on April 24, 2021, 09:31:25 AM
Does anyone have any suggestions on what I should use to replace the lid holder hooks with, since they were missing on my cart?
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on April 24, 2021, 10:24:24 AM
Post by: JEBIV on April 24, 2021, 10:24:24 AM
Quote from: teejhanson on April 24, 2021, 09:31:25 AMSome flat wrought iron stock or just steel and easily bent to fit and drill some holes to mount. Let me know if you need some pics and measurements
Does anyone have any suggestions on what I should use to replace the lid holder hooks with, since they were missing on my cart?
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on April 29, 2021, 02:17:22 PM
Post by: teejhanson on April 29, 2021, 02:17:22 PM
It's coming right along... I keep planning on having it done 'this week' but I don't think it will be done 'this week'. Maybe next week... hahaha. But I am happy to see it start to come together. I will look into making the lid holder bars with some wrought iron, if there is a metal fabricator out there that could help me instead, I would gladly pay you. I also think a cado would look great in this. If anyone knows of a tabbed cado, I'd be happy to offer up my chestnut as a trade. As always thanks for looking, and hopefully I will be finished soon.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Fat Tony on April 29, 2021, 03:48:46 PM
Post by: Fat Tony on April 29, 2021, 03:48:46 PM
Looking nice!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: AZ2FL on April 29, 2021, 04:11:20 PM
Post by: AZ2FL on April 29, 2021, 04:11:20 PM
Looking good Teej!
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: AnyThingGrilled on April 29, 2021, 07:03:38 PM
Post by: AnyThingGrilled on April 29, 2021, 07:03:38 PM
Wow! Great job on the build and documentation too
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on April 29, 2021, 07:08:58 PM
Post by: Red_5_Wrangler on April 29, 2021, 07:08:58 PM
Beautiful
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: michaelmilitello on April 30, 2021, 03:25:23 AM
Post by: michaelmilitello on April 30, 2021, 03:25:23 AM
Great job 
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Kneab on April 30, 2021, 04:06:21 AM
Post by: Kneab on April 30, 2021, 04:06:21 AM
That looks great.
Can't wait to see it with the kettle dropped in.
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Can't wait to see it with the kettle dropped in.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: bamakettles on April 30, 2021, 05:24:48 AM
Post by: bamakettles on April 30, 2021, 05:24:48 AM
Wow, that's beautiful! Really nice work....
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Crashrat on April 30, 2021, 01:41:46 PM
Post by: Crashrat on April 30, 2021, 01:41:46 PM
You found your new calling in life.
Looks amazing!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on April 30, 2021, 05:07:38 PM
Post by: teejhanson on April 30, 2021, 05:07:38 PM
Thank you everyone for the compliments and feedback, I truly appreciate it. This is about as far as I will get this week. Maybe next week I will finish...
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: bamakettles on April 30, 2021, 05:37:01 PM
Post by: bamakettles on April 30, 2021, 05:37:01 PM
Oh my goodness, that's beautiful. Amazing work...
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Firemunkee on May 01, 2021, 09:27:33 AM
Post by: Firemunkee on May 01, 2021, 09:27:33 AM
Look at that mirror polish!! This is excellent 
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: PotsieWeber on May 01, 2021, 03:44:40 PM
Post by: PotsieWeber on May 01, 2021, 03:44:40 PM
NICE!
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Fat Tony on May 01, 2021, 06:55:24 PM
Post by: Fat Tony on May 01, 2021, 06:55:24 PM
Awesome work!!
Gorgeous fade
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: jdorn on May 02, 2021, 12:40:50 AM
Post by: jdorn on May 02, 2021, 12:40:50 AM
Wow... just wow... amazing work.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on May 05, 2021, 05:13:45 PM
Post by: teejhanson on May 05, 2021, 05:13:45 PM
IT IS DONE, well kinda... still have to paint the wheels and secure the ash pan, and I I found a blacksmith on Etsy to recreate the lid hooks, but I couldn't resist posting a few more pictures. I am really happy with how this turned out. The brown kettle is growing on me; I can't wait to cook on this thing. Thanks for looking!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: blu082003 on May 05, 2021, 05:59:44 PM
Post by: blu082003 on May 05, 2021, 05:59:44 PM
That's amazing. Strong work.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: michaelmilitello on May 05, 2021, 06:01:54 PM
Post by: michaelmilitello on May 05, 2021, 06:01:54 PM
Grate job!!!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on May 05, 2021, 06:09:50 PM
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on May 05, 2021, 06:09:50 PM
Well done Trevor! That is one beautiful Sequoia.
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: jtface on May 05, 2021, 08:57:38 PM
Post by: jtface on May 05, 2021, 08:57:38 PM
This looks amazing! 
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Vwbuggin64 on May 05, 2021, 11:38:08 PM
Post by: Vwbuggin64 on May 05, 2021, 11:38:08 PM
Wow! Amazing score
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on May 06, 2021, 03:25:02 AM
Post by: JEBIV on May 06, 2021, 03:25:02 AM
Could I commission you to restore my 2 ? Beautiful work
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: michaelmilitello on May 06, 2021, 03:35:45 AM
Post by: michaelmilitello on May 06, 2021, 03:35:45 AM
There is a guy on eBay that sells replacement acrylic whitewalls.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Weber-kettle-grill-acrylic-whitewall-replacement-for-8-wheel-Vintage8-/203152942018?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: glrasmussen on May 06, 2021, 07:36:41 AM
Post by: glrasmussen on May 06, 2021, 07:36:41 AM
@teejhanson , just and FYI, that grill should have stubby legs. It holds the ash pan. It was also makes
it portable if removed. Unfortunately I don't have a picture of mine .
it portable if removed. Unfortunately I don't have a picture of mine .
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: AS in SA on May 06, 2021, 08:36:17 AM
Post by: AS in SA on May 06, 2021, 08:36:17 AM
Holy Smokes - turned out beautiful....
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Fat Tony on May 06, 2021, 08:54:05 AM
Post by: Fat Tony on May 06, 2021, 08:54:05 AM
Gorgeous!
Awesome work!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on July 17, 2021, 04:52:38 PM
Post by: teejhanson on July 17, 2021, 04:52:38 PM
I have been working on this project for a long time. I just put the finishing touches
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on July 17, 2021, 04:56:58 PM
Post by: teejhanson on July 17, 2021, 04:56:58 PM
Oh lord, my clumsy fingers. I accidentally hit post... I have been working on this project for a very long time. I just put the finishing touches on it today - brand new whitewalls thanks to a very kind member! So many members helped me with advice, spare parts, etc. I am so thankful for you all. Thank you for all of the help, and being a part of the process. I couldn't have done it without you!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Kneab on July 17, 2021, 05:06:47 PM
Post by: Kneab on July 17, 2021, 05:06:47 PM
Beautiful 
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: bladz on July 17, 2021, 05:22:19 PM
Post by: bladz on July 17, 2021, 05:22:19 PM
Hell of a restore Teej. You can be proud of that beauty.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on July 17, 2021, 05:23:03 PM
Post by: JEBIV on July 17, 2021, 05:23:03 PM
The help is pretty much what this club is all about!!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: AZ2FL on July 17, 2021, 05:41:49 PM
Post by: AZ2FL on July 17, 2021, 05:41:49 PM
Teej
Fabulous attention to detail!
Cheers
Fabulous attention to detail!
Cheers
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: MoparProud on July 17, 2021, 05:54:56 PM
Post by: MoparProud on July 17, 2021, 05:54:56 PM
That is so....well beautiful doesn't seem like enough.
WELL done!
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WELL done!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: michaelmilitello on July 17, 2021, 06:45:35 PM
Post by: michaelmilitello on July 17, 2021, 06:45:35 PM
Awesome job, TJ!!!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: jarryd on July 18, 2021, 04:23:48 AM
Post by: jarryd on July 18, 2021, 04:23:48 AM
Beautiful restore 
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Joep on July 18, 2021, 06:02:13 AM
Post by: Joep on July 18, 2021, 06:02:13 AM
Very nice!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: watkinsb87 on July 18, 2021, 01:13:31 PM
Post by: watkinsb87 on July 18, 2021, 01:13:31 PM
This might be my favorite restore I've seen on the site. Absolutely gorgeous
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on May 14, 2022, 08:47:46 PM
Post by: teejhanson on May 14, 2022, 08:47:46 PM
As I worked on this project, I always thought a cado would look best in the cart... Since 'completing' it, I have been on a quest to obtain a tabbed cado and some of the original hardware that didn't come with mine (I.e., towel rings, lid holder) and a set of 8" metal wheels to complete the look I was going for.
A few weeks ago, I was searching Facebook and stumbled across this post... I couldn't believe what I had found, and thanks to an incredible grillfella/agent, I was able to acquire one of my grails. Thank you so much for your help Sidney!!! I will treasure this grill forever!
I'm in the process of restoring the metal wheels and I have to rework some of the wood to get it to 'factory standards'. I was also able to acquire all of the hardware to make it complete. I will post some pictures when I finally finish. As of right now it's my daughters new favorite grill, she has named 'her' Emerald.
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A few weeks ago, I was searching Facebook and stumbled across this post... I couldn't believe what I had found, and thanks to an incredible grillfella/agent, I was able to acquire one of my grails. Thank you so much for your help Sidney!!! I will treasure this grill forever!
I'm in the process of restoring the metal wheels and I have to rework some of the wood to get it to 'factory standards'. I was also able to acquire all of the hardware to make it complete. I will post some pictures when I finally finish. As of right now it's my daughters new favorite grill, she has named 'her' Emerald.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on May 14, 2022, 09:22:45 PM
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on May 14, 2022, 09:22:45 PM
That looks really good, looking forward to seeing the other cart restored.
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Mr.CPHo on May 15, 2022, 02:43:57 AM
Post by: Mr.CPHo on May 15, 2022, 02:43:57 AM
Nice assist, 1spacemanspiff.
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: bamakettles on May 15, 2022, 05:16:32 AM
Post by: bamakettles on May 15, 2022, 05:16:32 AM
Very cool, congratulations!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: 502BBQ on May 15, 2022, 07:24:45 PM
Post by: 502BBQ on May 15, 2022, 07:24:45 PM
I just flipped through this whole thread. Very impressive work! I can't wait to see what you do with this one.
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Crashrat on May 19, 2022, 07:18:02 PM
Post by: Crashrat on May 19, 2022, 07:18:02 PM
Looks grate TJ!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: michaelmilitello on May 20, 2022, 06:05:24 AM
Post by: michaelmilitello on May 20, 2022, 06:05:24 AM
Beautiful, TJ. I agree with you on the cado. Definitely looks good in that cart.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on July 13, 2022, 10:34:45 AM
Post by: teejhanson on July 13, 2022, 10:34:45 AM
Complete!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: JEBIV on July 13, 2022, 10:42:52 AM
Post by: JEBIV on July 13, 2022, 10:42:52 AM
what a beauty, grate work
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: bamakettles on July 13, 2022, 12:06:30 PM
Post by: bamakettles on July 13, 2022, 12:06:30 PM
Beautiful work! If they don't allow this in Memphis, I'll be glad to store it for you. ; )
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: 502BBQ on July 13, 2022, 06:44:35 PM
Post by: 502BBQ on July 13, 2022, 06:44:35 PM
Beautiful! Nice work on that.
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Lowbrass on July 13, 2022, 06:50:16 PM
Post by: Lowbrass on July 13, 2022, 06:50:16 PM
Beautiful work! This has been a great post to follow!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: michaelmilitello on July 13, 2022, 06:54:26 PM
Post by: michaelmilitello on July 13, 2022, 06:54:26 PM
Amazing!!!!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Kneab on July 13, 2022, 06:56:52 PM
Post by: Kneab on July 13, 2022, 06:56:52 PM
That looks great.
I love the combination of lighter and darker wood.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on July 13, 2022, 07:13:46 PM
Post by: 1spacemanspiff on July 13, 2022, 07:13:46 PM
We'll done, looks great
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: MoparProud on July 13, 2022, 08:10:18 PM
Post by: MoparProud on July 13, 2022, 08:10:18 PM
My god, that's stunning!!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Chesapeake Weber on July 13, 2022, 08:12:11 PM
Post by: Chesapeake Weber on July 13, 2022, 08:12:11 PM
Awesome grill. Love that green with the redwood cart.
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Kain on July 13, 2022, 09:33:54 PM
Post by: Kain on July 13, 2022, 09:33:54 PM
That's unreal!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: AS in SA on July 14, 2022, 09:23:28 AM
Post by: AS in SA on July 14, 2022, 09:23:28 AM
Just... Wow!!
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: kcsmokinribs on July 15, 2022, 04:23:30 AM
Post by: kcsmokinribs on July 15, 2022, 04:23:30 AM
Congratulations Teej! Looks fantastic
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: Bertl on July 15, 2022, 05:02:26 AM
Post by: Bertl on July 15, 2022, 05:02:26 AM
I only can say 3 words,
R-R-R
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: bladz on July 15, 2022, 06:58:06 PM
Post by: bladz on July 15, 2022, 06:58:06 PM
Beautiful Teej!
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Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: RRRanger99 on July 16, 2022, 03:24:57 AM
Post by: RRRanger99 on July 16, 2022, 03:24:57 AM
Imperial beauty!
Title: Re: Imperial Sequoia Wagon
Post by: teejhanson on July 16, 2022, 07:59:50 PM
Post by: teejhanson on July 16, 2022, 07:59:50 PM
Thank you everyone! It is crazy how this project has transformed over the past two years, and I am so happy/proud how it turned out. I really appreciate all of the advice, feedback, and help given by some of the WKC members (big shout out to Sidney and Robert!)!!! Thanks for checking this thread out one last time for the finished product.
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