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Grill Talk => Weber Grill Forum (Grills, Accessories) => Topic started by: LuvtoGrill1974 on July 25, 2023, 10:06:04 AM
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Hi everyone. I'm new to this group, but I certainly have spent time in the past reading some informative posts. There are tons of knowledgeable people here!
I am considering buying a build your own 22" Master Touch kettle. I was not aware Weber made a stainless steel grate for this kettle until I saw it on the website y-day. It looks pretty expensive at a $70 surcharge. What are your thoughts on the value of this SS grate relative to the plated steel version that standardly comes with it? I see they both have the center pop-out. Thanks for your time.
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Stainless all the way
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Hello and welcome to the site,
The quality of the SS Weber grate is very nice but the upcharge is a bit frustrating IMO considering the $70 is above and beyond the cost of the standard grate. There are also other quality stainless steel grate options out there (like the hunsaker etc) but many of the alternate choices do not include the circular center cutout (GBS system) made to accomodate Weber accessories like the wok, dutch oven, griddles etc.
If you currently have GBS components that will drop in then its probably worth it as the grate will also last significantly longer than the plated version... if you dont already have the GBS accessories, or plan to get some, then just stick with a quality SS hinged grate.
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@Jburns
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I would probably opt for the stainless myself. When I get the orange or gray that’s what I’ll go with.
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What 604 said. Though, for what I paid for SS grates from RCPlaneBuyer (Genesis gasser) and Killa Grilla (kettle and WSM) pre-pandemic, $70 doesn't sound unreasonable to me. I'll also add that the flip up grates are unnecessary for 90% of my grilling, same with my GBS accessories. So if I was just starting out, I'd stick with the standard plated GBS grate and upgrade later as I discovered how I used it.
I hope some one will step into the market for kettle grates now that Mark Baron of Killa Grilla has retired. I missed out on getting a 17" charcoal grate.
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I’ve had an SNS grills easy spin since 2018. It’s 304 ss. Stainless is the only way to go.
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I also have the SNS 22" easy spin with the single door. Had it 5 years or so and would not hesitate to buy one again. Buy once cry once.
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Thanks for the feedback. Has anyone actually purchased the upgraded Weber stainless steel 22" grate for the Master Touch? Wonder how the thickness / quality is compared to the one sold by Adrenaline BBQ for use with the Slow and Sear?
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Just got a Spring Green w/ the stainless upgrade and I was pleasantly surprised that it appears it’s the same heavy gauge as the plated version! I have a couple of SnS grates that are super nice as well but the SnS has a much smaller gauge material.
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tgeilenfeldt, that's great to hear. I wasn't sure if it would be that heavy. Thanks for the response.
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I recommend going with the Stainless Steel GBS grate option, if you're willing to do so. You'll get a longer lasting cooking grate, plus it comes with a 5 year warranty over the 2 year on the standard Plated Steel GBS grate. Bringing a 22" Weber SS GBS cooking grate option to the US consumer was one of my key goals when working on launching the Build Your Own Master-Touch program. #IworkforWeber
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@Jburns any plans for the SS GBS to be available on its own? If so, when / price? Thanks!
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@Chesapeake Weber - Right now, you can get the SS GBS grate outside of the program by calling US Consumer Care at 1-800-446-1071. You need to ask for part # 65057, $82.04. That's currently the only way to get it outside of the BYOMT program on Weber.com US.
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For $80 you can buy an SnS EasySpin, then have both.
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I hVe a Performer with the standard GBS grate. Only accessorie that I have is the cast iron sear grate but honestly, I sometimes question whether it is even necessary.
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I recommend going with the Stainless Steel GBS grate option, if you're willing to do so. You'll get a longer lasting cooking grate, plus it comes with a 5 year warranty over the 2 year on the standard Plated Steel GBS grate. Bringing a 22" Weber SS GBS cooking grate option to the US consumer was one of my key goals when working on launching the Build Your Own Master-Touch program. #IworkforWeber
John,
What does the 5 year (or 2 year warranty for that matter) for the cooking grates cover??
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JBurns, when you buy the SS upgrade GBS grill for the Mastertouch, does it replace the steel plated one it usually comes with or you get the SS one in addition to the steel plated one? I ask because the grate add-on cost was $70 or so and you're saying part #65057 is $82.04 standalone. I'm a bit confused.
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I recommend going with the Stainless Steel GBS grate option, if you're willing to do so. You'll get a longer lasting cooking grate, plus it comes with a 5 year warranty over the 2 year on the standard Plated Steel GBS grate. Bringing a 22" Weber SS GBS cooking grate option to the US consumer was one of my key goals when working on launching the Build Your Own Master-Touch program. #IworkforWeber
John,
What does the 5 year (or 2 year warranty for that matter) for the cooking grates cover??
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It covers excessive corrosion and any issues with the rods coming loose or otherwise failing. What it doesn't cover is surface corrosion that could be removed by cleaning/brushing the grate.
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JBurns, when you buy the SS upgrade GBS grill for the Mastertouch, does it replace the steel plated one it usually comes with or you get the SS one in addition to the steel plated one? I ask because the grate add-on cost was $70 or so and you're saying part #65057 is $82.04 standalone. I'm a bit confused.
Yes, if you select the SS GBS grate option through the Build Your Own Master-Touch program it replaces the plated steel one that would otherwise come with the grill. The 65057 pricing is different because it was created as a replacement part, which includes separate packaging, storage location in our facilities, etc. Replacement componentry is not priced one-for-one with components that are included as features of a finished good unit.
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I ordered the burnt orange with SS and I was very impressed with it. I just took a cheap micrometer and they are basically the same gauge rods as the plated version. If anything the SS is ever so slightly smaller probably due to the plating on the regular. They are basically the same heavy gauge and the gbs is much thicker than the regular flip up grate. I haven’t cooked on it yet but I have the Weber SS on my 26 and love it. I actually almost ruined the insert on my LE by playing around with a vortex. I’ve learned not to have any grate over the vortex unless you’re going to cook on it and then get it off. The gbs is a great option if you plan to cook with a vortex. It’s the perfect size hole to fit one. Any other grate will get ruined by the high heat.
For me, I spent the money for the upgrade because I like the gbs setup and I plan on using it on other grills I own. I also thought if I only had one grill I would be happy with the SS. I think the plated version is in the 45 dollar range and now I have a rusty insert. I don’t think Weber sells it separately.
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For comparison.
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I’ve had an SNS grills easy spin since 2018. It’s 304 ss. Stainless is the only way to go.
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I have two(2) Easy Spins 22" for my Weber Performer Deluxe and Weber Master Touch Grills and to date remain one-happy SNS Customer.