Scored - Deals can still be had

[LightningBoldtz]

So I pulled the legs out. They're not terrible. Going to use the "how to restore the legs "article posted here. They weren't too tight. Is there a way to keep them snug when I get them polished? Bowl vents are in decent shape. Also missing a hubcap. Going to look for some replacements. Any suggestions? Bowl and lid look like they will clean up nicely. Need to stop and get the steel wool tomorrow.  The only blemish is a little gash in the lid and the white paint on the wheels is pretty faded. Repaint or replace?

Let's get some pics posted so we can see what is going on.

[Shafzilla]

Side by side with the MT


nasty gash on the lip of the bowl


Bowl shouldn't be too hard to clean (crossing fingers)


Bottom dampers all still work. A little tight, but I think they'll be good after cleaned


Lid is in great shape


Wheels need a little paint


handles

[Shafzilla]

Here's her legs...

[WNC]

What a beautiful find! Helps me keep hope alive, I was just checking craigslist before this...no such luck today.

[LightningBoldtz]

I thought it looked nice from the initial post but man seeing more pics almost makes me wish I had taken the 120 mile round trip.....

Regardless, I am so glad a grill fella got it.   

[LightningBoldtz]

could you get a better pic of the lid vent?

And that handle is in great shape, @MrHoss made one like that look like new.

[Shafzilla]

I'll post a pic of the vent tomorrow. Gotta spend time with the wife/in-laws tonight. Going hardcore on it tomorrow. Cleaned the inside of the bowl and lid this morning. Came out immaculate.

[SixZeroFour]

Beautiful condition! You really scored a sweet one here Shaf!

[Shafzilla]

@LightningBoldtz Here's the lid vent

[Shafzilla]

Lid came pretty clean


As did the bowl


Legs polished up nicely


Wheels cleaned and repainted


Triangle took about three hours including an extra trip to Menards. This was by far the hardest part. Can't tell from the pic, but it's no where near perfect.


Stained and polyurethaned the handle

[pbe gummi bear]

That's one fine specimen you have there!

[1buckie]

And..........


......where's the box it came from the factory in?


that looks brand new !!!!

[LightningBoldtz]

awesome, great score.

[indy82z]

You did a fantastic job on that kettle!! I am going to have to come see you next time I need one cleaned up..can't imagine how it could get any cleaner..

[Shafzilla]

You did a fantastic job on that kettle!! I am going to have to come see you next time I need one cleaned up..can't imagine how it could get any cleaner..

It really wasn't too bad. I followed the guides here on the site. I maybe spent $50 or so on supplies. The next one won't cost nearly as much. I'm well equipped to take on another one now.