Anyone ever drill out a handle and lid to convert OT to mastertouch/performer?

[G$]

Has anyone tried to drill the handle and lid on an OTS or OTG to convert it to the thermo style used on the old Master-Touch or Performer lids?

[pbe gummi bear]

I haven't. The MT handle is also taller than the regular one to accommodate the shield.

[G$]

Good point Lawrence. I had not considered the height difference.

[Red Kettle Rich]

I have a red s/s performer w/o a handle there are 3 holes in the top, one for the thermo.  I am going back and forth about trying to modify a firepit handle to accommodate the thermo OR go with the new style thermo on a bezel independent of the handle.

I think I prefer keeping it old style

[javahog2002]

I drilled through the garage door handle I added to my performer which was missing a handle.   it is shorter than a reg performer handle.

can't get te picture to upload to photobucket. 

[pbe gummi bear]

I have a red s/s performer w/o a handle there are 3 holes in the top, one for the thermo.  I am going back and forth about trying to modify a firepit handle to accommodate the thermo OR go with the new style thermo on a bezel independent of the handle.

I think I prefer keeping it old style

If the holes are already drilled out on the lid making the handle bracket should be easy with regular hand tools and a drill. Go for the old style!

[G$]

Rich in your case I would definitely go for the old style.