Control Knob For Weber Performer

[argentflame]

I bought this lime performer a few months ago. The control knob was missing to turn the gas on and off. Bought this knob at Radio Shack and it fit perfectly.


 

[terrymo]

Looks great. Is the shaft on the regulator "D" shaped or round? Does the knob attach with a friction fit or a set screw? Thanks

[argentflame]

@terrymo It's round shape and I have to tighten a set screw.

[terrymo]

@argentflame thank you

[MrHoss]

Gorgeous cooker Alvin. That Green always makes me a little week in the knees.

[1911Ron]

Good to know on the knob, thanks!

[addicted-to-smoke]

FWIW here's a link for 247-0018 (which RS' search can't find but it comes up as 2470018) http://www.radioshack.com/control-knob/2740018.html#.VVjChmB9TKM

"set screw on one side; accepts up to 1/4inch (6.4 mm) shaft"

My dad's Performer has the original knob but it often spins, and I haven't been able to pry it off with a screwdriver.

Does anyone know if there's a set screw on the original, or is just designed to push on? I'd like to replace it with something that reliably works.

[terrymo]

There is no set screw on any of mine and the knobs are on there very tight. Dremel it off maybe?

[Josh G]

@argentflame what size propane tank is that?  Is that a disposable?

[argentflame]

@Josh G  Yes it's a 1lb disposable tank.

[SmokenJoe]

@argentflame You have my absolute all time bucket list C&B Performer Deluxe.  I love that green.  In fact I've been looking for this model from Portland to Roseburg.  If you ever decide to sell it (at a good price to another Kettleguy grillfella), please let me know first.  We could meet in Red Bluff, have a beer, swap goods, and get back to our other kettles.  I've already bought the Limited Edition lime green Maverick ET-733.   

[addicted-to-smoke]

SmokingJoe, it wouldn't be cheap but you could always try calling Weber and saying you horribly damaged your beloved 2005, 2008 or 2013 grill you got from Crate & Barrel and can you buy a replacement kettle and lid? Just use the donor Performer chassis of your choice.

The relevant Grass Green part #s:

kettle: 90717
lid: 61493

(ereplacements.com won't have them anymore, but that doesn't mean Weber doesn't have a few pairs stashed away)

You could also try including a short line in your signature here. Maybe someone who has one will see it and decide to make an offer.

[SmokenJoe]

Many thanks smoke-addict, that's a great idea (at least worth a try).  My new Maverick asked when it's kettle was getting here just today