Hi Cellar2ful and Michaelmilitello,
Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge as well as the pics of your repair!
Saving this grill will mean a lot due to its sentimental value to me. Heck, I even have a pic of me using that grill in 1985!
I’m a little bit of a DIY guy, so I should be able to do this repair and will give this a patient try. It’s definitely worth the time and effort.
Yesterday evening, however, I did purchase a new 22” Original Kettle Premium in Green. If my project is successful, perhaps I’ll use my Dad’s Kettle in nice weather and the new Premium when the weather isn’t so great.
If I have any questions, I’ll post here as well as pics of the (hopefully) successful repair. Any additional advice / guidance will be greatly appreciated.