The anticipation is building

LightningBoldtz · June 16, 2015, 03:30:13 AM

So here is the story, I will tell before I get into working for the day.

Last year I sold @MrHoss a really nice Lime kettle, I am so pleased to have sold it to him. The friendship that has developed out of it is awesome. I got it for a good price, he doubled my money, I was happy, he was happy. Here's my soapbox - In the condition it was in, I think I could have netted $200 or more on E-bay but it would have sold to someone who I never would have developed a connection with. Mike is a "shirt off his back guy" and the benefits of selling to him have gone 10 fold beyond a couple hundred bux.

Now off my soapbox, though I am happy for him every time I see that thing I think "That is a nice kettle". So in discussing this with Hoss and @SixZeroFour I told them, I am on the hunt for a really nice older kettle. I wanted something that is almost new but not new, I want to cook on it which I would have a hard time with on a NIB older kettle. Color is not critical, condition is.

Matt found that kettle, you will see more later on but he found a very nice Red mid 70's, the icing on the cake is this was about a week or so after I got the red 26.

So now begins my journey, barring an issue with the wife (I usually can keep her at bay, maybe I will have to sell my kamado), mbh red 18, two toned Red mastertouch are joining the list of kettles I am seeking.

Oh, I NEVER, ever have kettles shipped, I am simply too cheap.
That is the story, thanks Matt much kettle karma to you, thanks Mike you are always looking out for me and thrilled when I make a kettle score.

MrHoss · June 16, 2015, 04:24:49 AM

"..........maybe I will have to sell my kamado"

? That statement right there ought to get you off the sanctioned list for the e-cook.

As far as being thrilled with what is about to be delivered.....I would be right after you in the level. I'll bring an extra diaper Thursday.

LightningBoldtz · June 16, 2015, 04:59:57 AM

Quote from: MrHoss on June 16, 2015, 04:24:49 AM
"..........maybe I will have to sell my kamado"? That statement right there ought to get you off the sanctioned list for the e-cook.

I didn't realize I was sanctioned.........

SixZeroFour · June 16, 2015, 05:57:59 AM

Mere hours (minutes?) now my friend!!

Very excited for you - I hope you think it's as cool as I do

LightningBoldtz · June 16, 2015, 07:35:22 AM

status update

Madison Heights, MI, United States 06/16/2015 10:50 A.M. Delivered

indy82z · June 16, 2015, 07:40:44 AM

Come on LB...post some pics

MrHoss · June 16, 2015, 08:50:10 AM

You got that cooker put together yet?

LightningBoldtz · June 16, 2015, 08:54:33 AM

Here she is, wow, very nice.

It is going to take a couple of days as I need to shine up the legs and wait for the new triangle from weber.

The box from fedex

Matt knows how to pack a kettle

The kettle

Misc, legs and ash pan need elbow grease, triangle will go in my parts bin.

The Bowl, need some cleaning but no big deal.

Interesting spot

I purchased a kettle with this for a future daisy wheel a couple of months ago.

indy82z · June 16, 2015, 08:58:42 AM

Looks like its in awesome shape..congrats!! I know what you mean with Matt knowing how to pack a kettle..the man has mad skills!!!

SixZeroFour · June 16, 2015, 09:31:05 AM

I'm glad it made it to you safely and hope you're happy with it Jeff! That's the nicest red I've come across in the wild so I'm glad to see it go to you

Looking forward to more assembled pics!

SixZeroFour · June 16, 2015, 09:32:04 AM

And I'm sure you know this, but do not use this on the kettles finish

vader06 · June 16, 2015, 10:09:23 AM

Great story and it looks awesome!

Uncle JJ · June 16, 2015, 10:27:47 AM

Pristine! Congrats!!

GregS · June 16, 2015, 02:19:01 PM

congrats LB!!

1buckie · June 16, 2015, 02:33:41 PM

That thing is FEROCIOUS !!!!!

Couldn't happen to a nicer guy (Well, there's a few of 'em around, but you know what I mean !!!!)

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