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#21

Weber Kettle Forum / Re: Weber Grill Brush Recall

Last post by Andyinlz - June 11, 2026, 01:52:09 PM

My recall brush showed up yesterday via FedEx.

Only one.....although I was very clear I had 3 brushes subject to the recall.

It is an 18" Weber Cold Cleaning brush. PN 3400714

It has red plastic bristles and is to be "Use(d) only on fully cool grates and grill surfaces".

Fairly disappointing, and a poor substitute for the recalled item.

#22

Charcoal Grilling & BBQ / Re: Chicken and Onion Stir Fry...

Last post by MacEggs - June 10, 2026, 09:59:40 AM

Is that an aftermarket cooking grate? I like it!
I find that the GBS grate can be a PITA at times. Just my opinion.

Yes, my grate is a Killa Grilla SS grate made to work with the slow n sear xl low profile.  He doesn't make them anymore (Retired) but I believe Hunsaker does as well as some other very nice heavy duty SS grates.  I agree about the GBS grate.... not a fan with the center piece in, but very handy for my dutch oven and now the wok with the center piece removed.

Thank you!
I will look into that.

#23

Weber Kettle Forum / Re: Mega Weber Picture Thread ...

Last post by Tommie - June 10, 2026, 06:46:06 AM

Hi all,

Last weekend I scored a dark green caddywampus 1999 18,5''.


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After a little TLC, mounting the legs correctly and adding some spare wood handles it became part of our 2026 Decoration:

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I think this are all available colours here in Germany in 1979 when Weber started selling.

Best regards.

Roman

Lovely collection! Really want a blue 18  but not seen one come over here in the UK


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#24

Weber Kettle Forum / Re: LIVE!! Right now***WHATS O...

Last post by Tommie - June 10, 2026, 04:34:18 AM

Not live, last night. My friend was visiting from Barbados and brought this recipe over with him. Was so damn good. The lighter colored ones are Turkish shish kebabs for our wives that didn't fancy the spice, which was pretty damn hot!







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#25

Meetups & Events / Re: 2026 Weber Kettle Meet Up

Last post by Troy - June 09, 2026, 12:21:46 PM

heyy that's me

I'm trying to plan for this one, i haven't attended a meetup in nearly a decade

#26

Charcoal Grilling & BBQ / Re: Chicken and Onion Stir Fry...

Last post by bamakettles - June 09, 2026, 09:44:07 AM

Thanks so much, was a bit of a step out for me and happy to try some new things.

Great question about the charcoal level.... For this and most cooks on the Summit without a slow n sear XL low profile I use a Kick Ash Basket "Ring of Fire" basket and SS heavy duty charcoal grate both made for an 18" kettle.  It places the charcoal about halfway between low and high charcoal levels and keeps the coals in the center.  Also I can use the propane assist at this level when it won't quite make it to ignite the top level.  Hope that makes sense... will add pics of when I got the basket and my killa grilla SS cooking grate to show distances.

 @bamakettles
Thank you, Greg, for the explanation!
The pictures definitely help.

Is that an aftermarket cooking grate? I like it!
I find that the GBS grate can be a PITA at times. Just my opinion.

Mark, here's another shot of the basket height on the first cook using it a few years back.....

https://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=51042.msg496365#msg496365

Excellent! Great pics in that link.
I hope to fabricate a basket from a roached 18" bowl.

Yes, my grate is a Killa Grilla SS grate made to work with the slow n sear xl low profile.  He doesn't make them anymore (Retired) but I believe Hunsaker does as well as some other very nice heavy duty SS grates.  I agree about the GBS grate.... not a fan with the center piece in, but very handy for my dutch oven and now the wok with the center piece removed.

#27

Charcoal Grilling & BBQ / Re: Chicken and Onion Stir Fry...

Last post by MacEggs - June 09, 2026, 09:21:41 AM

Thanks so much, was a bit of a step out for me and happy to try some new things.

Great question about the charcoal level.... For this and most cooks on the Summit without a slow n sear XL low profile I use a Kick Ash Basket "Ring of Fire" basket and SS heavy duty charcoal grate both made for an 18" kettle.  It places the charcoal about halfway between low and high charcoal levels and keeps the coals in the center.  Also I can use the propane assist at this level when it won't quite make it to ignite the top level.  Hope that makes sense... will add pics of when I got the basket and my killa grilla SS cooking grate to show distances.

 @bamakettles
Thank you, Greg, for the explanation!
The pictures definitely help.

Is that an aftermarket cooking grate? I like it!
I find that the GBS grate can be a PITA at times. Just my opinion.

Mark, here's another shot of the basket height on the first cook using it a few years back.....

https://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=51042.msg496365#msg496365

Excellent! Great pics in that link.
I hope to fabricate a basket from a roached 18" bowl.

#28

Weber Kettle Forum / Re: LIVE!! Right now***WHATS O...

Last post by bamakettles - June 09, 2026, 05:28:20 AM

Cod filets on the Q last night.  I heartily recommend Capt Anderson's Seasoning.  Paired with a little olive oil makes a wonderful fish filet.

Cheers!

#29

Charcoal Grilling & BBQ / Re: Chicken and Onion Stir Fry...

Last post by bamakettles - June 09, 2026, 05:23:28 AM

Looks fun and yummy.  Did Beaux get him some?

Thanks!  Oh he thought he wanted some of whatever I was making.  Kellee made him a sirloin steak and he forgot all about the chicken lol....

#30

Weber Kettle Forum / Re: Mega Weber Picture Thread ...

Last post by bamakettles - June 09, 2026, 05:21:00 AM

Very nice collection of 18s!  There's something about these kettles when they're all lined up together... nice pics!