WSM Question Regarding Modifying the Middle for a Rotisserie

[tb80]

I bought a Weber Kettle Rotisserie recently. As you know, it won't fit on the WSM. I have an extra WSM middle section and was thinking about cutting grooves in it and modifying it so I can use the Kettle rotisserie kit on it. However, I am concerned that if I cut the grooves it will affect the WSM's ability to hold and maintain temps. Any thoughts?  Has anyone done a similar mod and if so how did it affect the WSM's performance, whether using the rotisserie or not?


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[Lumpy Coal]

I have had my roti for about two months now and love it.  I love it so much it is permenantly attached to a kettle using the two screws and holes that came with the roti.  Yes I had to drill a couple holes in a kettle but this way I don't have to find a shelf for it, no worry of it slipping off the kettle in a cook.  I do not have a wsm but in my opinion since you can get a used kettle for much cheaper then a wsm I would pick up a used kettle and do what I did.  You won't regret it plus I think you'll end up using it more due to less hassle. 

My .02.

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[tb80]

@lumpy coal - thanks for the input. I actually have a kettle that I am using the rotisserie on. However, I also have a WSM and was just trying to think of ways I could use the rotisserie on the WSM.


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[iCARRY]

If I had an extra middle section I would give it a try. I don't think you will have any problems and if you do, there are ways to plug up the holes you put in.


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[tb80]

May be worth giving it a shot. I just hate to do anything that could cause permanent damage.


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[Bob BQ]

I bought a Weber Kettle Rotisserie recently. As you know, it won't fit on the WSM. I have an extra WSM middle section and was thinking about cutting grooves in it and modifying it so I can use the Kettle rotisserie kit on it. However, I am concerned that if I cut the grooves it will affect the WSM's ability to hold and maintain temps. Any thoughts?  Has anyone done a similar mod and if so how did it affect the WSM's performance, whether using the rotisserie or not?

@swamprb

[swamprb]

If you have an extra center section I say make a WSM rotisserie and go for it! I did and never looked back (until I got the Cajun Bandit rings!)  Keep the ring for your kettle-you can never have TOO MANY rotisseries!

[LightningBoldtz]

Personally I don't understand the ribolator especially in cases where there is not real direct heat.

Roto a chicken or turkey with a basket on one side of the kettle makes sense to me, this, not so much.  Not being critical, just observing and asking.

[tb80]

If you have an extra center section I say make a WSM rotisserie and go for it! I did and never looked back (until I got the Cajun Bandit rings!)  Keep the ring for your kettle-you can never have TOO MANY rotisseries!

That is exactly what I was thinking about doing. How does the WSM work when you aren't using the rotisserie. Does it still hold temp as well with the holes cut? Any negative effects?


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[swamprb]

Personally I don't understand the ribolator especially in cases where there is not real direct heat.

Roto a chicken or turkey with a basket on one side of the kettle makes sense to me, this, not so much.  Not being critical, just observing and asking.

I use the ROL and all my other rigs direct on Drums, its my preferred method to roll.

[swamprb]

If you have an extra center section I say make a WSM rotisserie and go for it! I did and never looked back (until I got the Cajun Bandit rings!)  Keep the ring for your kettle-you can never have TOO MANY rotisseries!

That is exactly what I was thinking about doing. How does the WSM work when you aren't using the rotisserie. Does it still hold temp as well with the holes cut? Any negative effects?


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I was only using it as a rotisserie ring. I usually went for grilling temps, but 275* was easy to maintain. And I was cooking indirect with the pan.

[1911Ron]

I have a Cajun Bandit ring that can be used on the kettle or flipped for the WSM or you can just get the WSM ring.

[Big Dawg]

@tb80, if I had the extra center section, I'd probably go ahead and set it up like @swamprb (nice setup, BTW!) has his.

Don't worry, a couple of holes here or there should not be a problem.  Even it they became a problem, you could easily get a couple of small pieces of sheet metal that you could put together with wingnuts to cover the holes.





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[iCARRY]

I have a Cajun Bandit ring that can be used on the kettle or flipped for the WSM or you can just get the WSM ring.

How do you like it? I am considering getting one. Is the motor and spit up to par with the weber version?


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[swamprb]

I have a Cajun Bandit ring that can be used on the kettle or flipped for the WSM or you can just get the WSM ring.

How do you like it? I am considering getting one. Is the motor and spit up to par with the weber version?


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When you order the reversible Cajun Bandit Ring get an extra motor mount so you can have 2, one for kettles and the other for WSM's on the same ring-no muss, no fuss!

It is far and away a much better quality ring than the Weber's!