** Total RED Domination - 26" Mini Ranch Kettle **

[Jason]

That is certainly one of a kind, I love it! You do top notch work, Brian. What kind of cooks do you plan on for this particular cooker?

[Travis]

Work of art Good job dude.


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[1ROW]

That's a #1 seed for mod month, great job!!

[kemmons]

Just curious where you got the ranch stand?  I can't find it fir same by itself anywhere?


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[pbe gummi bear]

Just curious where you got the ranch stand?  I can't find it fir same by itself anywhere?


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@kemmons

I'd get all the parts from Weber in a single order as they should only hit you with a single $7 shipping charge.

here's a list of the parts you will need from them.

Qty Part # Product Name
1 85740 Top frame for Ranch Kettle, Painted   $45.43
1 85750 Bottom frame for Ranch Kettle, Painted  $45.73
1 85725 Axle for Ranch Kettle 32.37" , ~$10
2 6414 Locking caster, Genesis/Performer/Ranch/Platinum  ~$5-6 ea.
1 987101 Replacement hubcaps (pack of 3)   <$4.00
4 87417 Aluminum tubing plug for Ranch Kettle    $5 ea., $20 for 4


An optional part would be the front handle of the RK.   I haven't seen anyone else put one on, but I will be as it should add needed stability to my build.     I'm attempting to do a complete "drop in" solution where I won't have to drill any holes into the kettle itself.   It's proving to be a bit tricky  :-)

Anyways, the front handle is part #85730.


I should add that just about none of the parts above include "hardware", i.e. nuts, washers or bolts.  It's your choice whether you want to get them from Weber or from the local hardware store, the latter being the best option if you want to go with stainless steel hardware.

Here are those parts:


87410  1  Hex head screw, 1/4-20 x 3 inch, black  < ----  Center "pin" joining the two lower frame sections.
4  4086938   Hexhead bolt 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 inch   < -----  Bolts the front handle to the frame
5   87503   Hex nut 1/4-20 inch, zinc    <---- fits all the bolts.
10   87403 1/4" Flat nylon washer, black      < ------ used on all the bolts

(If you don't do the front handle, then you only need 1 hex nut and 2 washers. 



Lastly, when you call Weber, do some social engineering and chit chat with the CSR a bit.  When you get around to having them look up parts, start with the higher priced ones first, the top and bottom frame legs.   When they give you a price (which should be about what I listed, ask them if that's the best they can do.  You might get lucky.

[captjoe06]

Sweet baby Jesus.  You absolutely crushed this build.  Incredible

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[kemmons]

Yes very impressive.  Thanks for the parts list.  I've been wanting a stand for the 26 for some time.  I'm probably gonna steal your idea here, I don't see anything else that even remotely compares to this.  Perfect in my opinion. 


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[greenweb]

Wow! very unique build. Looks like something you can buy from the Weber store in the future.

swamprb - best build so far.

[swamprb]

I wanted to give a shout out to @whatchusmokin for his inspiration on the "band mount" for the RED Mini Ranch mod.

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/mini-ranch-kettle/msg256433/#msg256433

I had no qualms about drilling into the black 26.75 OTG, but the RED 26" was another story.



So for anyone considering a Mini Ranch build and isn't comfortable drilling into the bowl, the band mount solves the puzzle! The Slide Aside bale mounted through the band in the rear is sufficient to secure the bowl. A slight cutout of the band on the front for the handle and you are in business!



Giving credit where credit is due!