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Started by teerhardy, May 23, 2014, 04:50:51 AM

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teerhardy

My co-worker is looking for a Weber natural as grill and is finding that the they are pretty expensive.  Is there a way to convert a propane grill to a natural gas grill?
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addicted-to-smoke

Sure, he needs a conversion kit and the willingness to perform the conversion.
It's the iconic symbol for the backyard. It's family/friends, food and fun. What more do you need to feel everything [is] going to be all right. As long as we can still have a BBQ in our backyard, the world seems a bit of a better place. At least for that moment. -reillyranch

teerhardy

In addition to changing the regulator to accomidate NG, do the burners need to be adjusted?
Grey 22.5" OTS H
Copper 22.5" OTG... that's right I turned copper into gold.
Black 22.5" SS Performer

addicted-to-smoke

This is all outside of my realm. I just did a quick Google search. He probably needs a new manifold but not burners. Don't really know what  "kit" would comprise of.
It's the iconic symbol for the backyard. It's family/friends, food and fun. What more do you need to feel everything [is] going to be all right. As long as we can still have a BBQ in our backyard, the world seems a bit of a better place. At least for that moment. -reillyranch

Heyjude

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Weber used to sell kits, but discontinued the practice. Most likely due to liability. Some people don't know that gas is dangerous or somehting like that..
You need the manifold or the gas valvles, the regualtor hose and any assorted hardware and gas fitting sealant made for gas. The burner tubes are the same. (At least on the old webers.)
You can find parts if know which ones you need. Weber won't sell them unless you own a gas grill with the correct serial number.
If you show us what you are working with, we might be able to help.
I see used or free natural gas grills on craigslist all the time, maybe he can find a parts donor.
It doesn't hurt to ask any of us here. Lots of closet gassers here..
Good luck with the project.
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Golly

you will need to change the manifold and reg

this is everything from the outside of the cook box all the way to the hose
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Idahawk

Just need an LP manifold set up from a used grill , it's an easy switch .


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Bman

Quote from: teerhardy on May 23, 2014, 04:50:51 AM
My co-worker is looking for a Weber natural as grill and is finding that the they are pretty expensive.

Currently on CL for 350 bucks
Their new house doesn't have a NG hook-up

I've always had gas...  And now a bunch of kettles because of this place.  Thanks!

teerhardy

Found this gem for $25.  Can't beat the price, and the only issue is the ignition.


http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/app/4490093661.html
Grey 22.5" OTS H
Copper 22.5" OTG... that's right I turned copper into gold.
Black 22.5" SS Performer

Bman

A Genesis Gold B for 25 bucks is a great score.  Odds are the ignition just needs a cleaning, but a new one is cheap enough.  The ignition "box shield" or whatever it's called typically rust out before the ignition itself gives up the ghost.  Should have SS cooking grates and flavorizer bars so a clean up should make this puppy ready for years to come.
I've always had gas...  And now a bunch of kettles because of this place.  Thanks!