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Grill Talk => Weber Mods, Tables and Customs => Topic started by: chromdome35 on November 21, 2020, 10:09:16 AM
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Hey guys,
I am getting ready to install the Unknown BBQ hinge on my 22" MT but I have a couple of questions first.
1st Question: The instructions say to mount the hinge over a leg to prevent tipping. In everyone's experience, is this an issue or is it just standard legal disclaimer stuff? If I mount the hinge in the back, would a weighted shelf (Think Granite or something heavy and flat) on the bottom shelf be enough to counterbalance?
2nd Question: When I remove the stock wire lid bale, there will be 3 holes in the kettle that need to be filled in. I was thinking of getting a couple of bolts 1/2" long to put through the holes. I was going to put a little high heat gasket caulk in the holes to give a good seal. Is there a better way?
3rd Question: I use a couple of the BBQ Dragon side tables, I really like them and would like to continue to use them; however, if I mount the hinge over a leg, then the front of the grill would be offset by 40-60 degrees. The factory handle becomes an issue with using the side tables and would need to be removed. Should I leave the original front as the front in which case the lid opens at an angle to the front, or should I just cut the original handle off and let the front relocate?
Thanks!
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I’ve installed one on a non MT kettle, no bail removal to deal with, so no advice on hole filling. If it were me I’d put ss bolts with a nut and washer in them. I installed mine centered in the back with no issues whatsoever with tipping. I say put it where it makes sense for you.
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