The MT is cleaning up nicely. After 1.5 cans of oven cleaner, the bowl and lid are clean. I also got the triangle and legs cleaned up. Also sanded the handles and stained them a dark mahogany...mainly because I had it on hand but also because it seems everyone usually goes with lighter handles and I wanted something different. I still need to do some work on the ash catcher assembly. My 7409 cleaning kit is on the way so I'll be cooking soon!
Is there a source for the cross bar that supports the ash catcher ring? Mine is pretty rough and I think I'd like to replace it. More pics to come...