A couple of restoration questions.

[Talus]

Hey everyone, I have a couple of questions regarding an older 22” original that I was given.  First, will current sweeps fit a “J” from’87?  Also, can an ash catcher be fitted to a kettle that originally came with a clip on catcher?   Lastly, can linseed oil restore a lid that has turned grey?   I put some linseed oil on the wooden handles and some got on the lid. I wiped it and it turned black.  Will this be permanent or it revert as the oil dries up?   Thanks!


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[Neil_VT00]

First, will current sweeps fit a “J” from’87? 

Yes, the current sweeps will fit.

Also, can an ash catcher be fitted to a kettle that originally came with a clip on catcher?   

You can add the ash catcher but it will likely require some modification. Here are some methods, but you can search around for others.
http://weberkettleclub.com/blog/2014/03/03/converting-a-weber-ots-to-otg/

Lastly, can linseed oil restore a lid that has turned grey?   I put some linseed oil on the wooden handles and some got on the lid. I wiped it and it turned black.  Will this be permanent or it revert as the oil dries up?

I don't know anything about linseed oil, but a lot of people use Pam.  It's not permanent and will revert over time...

[addicted-to-smoke]

Right, the faded color is faded paint. Oil darkens it until the oil disappears. Reapply, or forget about it.

I'll include a vote for the hose clamp method.

[Neil_VT00]

Here's another method of attachment for the ash bucket that I plan to try on my next project.
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/it's-not-ez-being-red/

[Talus]

thanks everyone.

[Dc_smoke309]

I think after time the faded look will grow on you .... I know that it has for me .


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