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SteveMBH

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #15 on: February 18, 2017, 05:39:56 AM »
Sometimes I wish I would have not cleaned up a kettle and just kept using it with all its original glory and battle scars.  This one looks cool the way it is.


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Brassjc

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #16 on: February 18, 2017, 01:58:51 PM »
Quote from: SteveMBH on February 18, 2017, 05:39:56 AM
Sometimes I wish I would have not cleaned up a kettle and just kept using it with all its original glory and battle scars.  This one looks cool the way it is.

 I know what you mean Steve. I don't want it to lose its originality, but I also don't want my guests to think they'll get hepatitis from eating off it!


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Travis

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #17 on: February 18, 2017, 04:42:10 PM »
Quote from: Brassjc on February 18, 2017, 01:58:51 PM
Quote from: SteveMBH on February 18, 2017, 05:39:56 AM
Sometimes I wish I would have not cleaned up a kettle and just kept using it with all its original glory and battle scars.  This one looks cool the way it is.

 I know what you mean Steve. I don't want it to lose its originality, but I also don't want my guests to think they'll get hepatitis from eating off it!


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Vwbuggin64

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #18 on: February 19, 2017, 08:26:36 AM »
There are many forums here explaining restorations. It all depends on how far you want to take it. You can clean it up or do a full blown resto. Ive had great success with the tomato. I used the engine paint enamel from the local auto parts store. Lastly, and most important, you need patience. Thats your best tool. Take it slow and youll love the results. Id still cook on yours, but im a little crazy.


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zavod44

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #19 on: February 19, 2017, 10:50:06 AM »
You will not be able to touch up the color, what ever paint you use it will eventually turn black and blister off.  Don't waste your time with that.  Get it all cleaned up and get the stains and paint graffiti off and it will look awesome.  Getting this back up and running and putting this back in service is what this site is all about.  Great job so far, just clean it and go from there.....

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Brassjc

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #20 on: March 04, 2017, 09:55:25 PM »
Quote from: zavod44 on February 19, 2017, 10:50:06 AM
You will not be able to touch up the color, what ever paint you use it will eventually turn black and blister off.  Don't waste your time with that.  Get it all cleaned up and get the stains and paint graffiti off and it will look awesome.  Getting this back up and running and putting this back in service is what this site is all about.  Great job so far, just clean it and go from there.....

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I'm sorry I just couldn't help myself! I also picked up a Model C so this is now a C and H Reno!

Bought one set of new handles from Brian, can't wait to get them. The others have removed (hacksaw'd the rivets) and sanded back, will put them in an oil bath next


Reconditioned the legs aka Weber forum advice, one final polish and they will be good to go


Removed the tag with steel wool (sorry not sorry- I hate taggers)



More to follow!



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Brassjc

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #21 on: March 04, 2017, 10:13:20 PM »
Thank everyone for the advice so far, what an amazing forum.     


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captjoe06

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #22 on: March 05, 2017, 01:28:48 AM »
Looking good!

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jcnaz

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #23 on: March 05, 2017, 05:08:59 AM »
That is going to look pretty cool when finished!
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Kneab

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #24 on: March 05, 2017, 05:27:36 AM »
That is looking a lot better. Nice job. Can't wait to see this finished.

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LiquidOcelot

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #25 on: March 05, 2017, 02:04:45 PM »
are those the original handles just sanded down? they came out great if so

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Brassjc

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #26 on: March 05, 2017, 06:07:22 PM »
Quote from: LiquidOcelot on March 05, 2017, 02:04:45 PM
are those the original handles just sanded down? they came out great if so

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Yes the model C handles lasted well and came up great. Just need to find some ss bolts...


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Brassjc

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #27 on: March 05, 2017, 06:07:52 PM »
Model H were cactus, Brian is making me some maple ones!


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johnny 2 shack

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #28 on: March 07, 2017, 07:32:12 AM »
totally wicked battle scars ! would be proud to have that in my herd.i would keep the original wood on it (hate breaking up old friends) . just oil her up and good to go .
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Neil_VT00

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Re: Model H Restoration
« Reply #29 on: March 07, 2017, 07:59:52 AM »
This is going to be such a cool grill when it's done. Great job so far.
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