Just wanted to publicly thank MrBill for sending me my new 18.5 BudLight Blue NIB at a very generous price! It's in beautiful shape with one barely noticeable scuff on the lid. For those who are wondering, it's an AU (2012) code. I haven't put it all together because I'm waiting until I have some time with the wife out of the house. My grills are my secret sin and the less she knows the better. I have almost all black kettles because it seems my wife can't tell the difference between them. After writing this, I realize how bad that sounds.
Anyway, I have some nice upgrades planned for this little number. I've added some of Brian's wood handles and a heat resistant handle for the damper. Here are some pics of what I've got so far.
I've got a nice set of Craycorts from another grill that I'm planning on using in this. I'm also planning on ordering an ash bucket and possibly a slide-aside lid holder. So stay tuned for more pics comging up of the first cook. Shouldn't be too long since the weather is finally getting nice.
As a side note. Just came back from bowling and one of my team-mates was talking about picking up a grill for his son who is moving out. I told him I have a black 18" I could pass on. So the tradition continues.
Thank again MrBill!