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teejhanson

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The Caribbean
« on: February 12, 2021, 09:36:45 AM »
Hey guys, I have been working on restoring this grill for the past 2.5 months and I wanted to share the finished result. I cleaned the kettle, fix some of the socket welds with screws and washers, refinished the aluminum legs, cleaned the triangle, refinished the wheels, and oiled the handle. I am pumped with how it turned out, and it was great to learn the skills to be able to do those things. I’m still waiting on the wheel caps to dry, and I still need to clean the ash pan but it’s fun to see it put back together. These old grills are so beautiful. I want to thank everyone for all of the advice on this forum. So excited to fire her up and grill some food!


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JEBIV

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #1 on: February 12, 2021, 09:49:08 AM »
That is a grate RRR love the high fade. You will be thrilled when you cook on her !!
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michaelmilitello

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The Caribbean
« Reply #2 on: February 12, 2021, 09:56:49 AM »
Grate job!!!!   It’s a very rewarding and satisfying experience.  Beautiful avocado [emoji1649] !


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« Last Edit: February 12, 2021, 09:58:23 AM by michaelmilitello »
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Fat Tony

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #3 on: February 12, 2021, 09:56:50 AM »
Nice work! Beautiful kettle

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bamakettles

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #4 on: February 12, 2021, 10:02:16 AM »
Very VERY nice job!  It still amazes me how these can stand the test of time and with some work and dedication can be like new again.  That first cook is going to be awesome!  RRR
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WNC

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #5 on: February 12, 2021, 10:19:21 AM »
Man, looks great!
Love that fade too. Is that the original grate?


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teejhanson

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #6 on: February 12, 2021, 10:38:06 AM »
Thank you so much everyone! Yes I can’t believe it either - these grills can be totally neglected in the elements and then come back to life with a little love. Yes it’s the original grate, the only thing I had to replace was charcoal baskets and charcoal grate. Now I just need something amazing to make for the first cook.


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cigarman20

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #7 on: February 12, 2021, 01:55:23 PM »
Nice restoration...Agreed on the high fade. Very sharp!


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Cellar2ful

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #8 on: February 12, 2021, 03:37:35 PM »


Really nice restoration job @teejhanson .  Don't see a lot of those high fade Caribbeans. To me, it looks like they have a halo.   

Add your two before and after photos to this thread:

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/index.php?topic=25384.0
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jcnaz

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #9 on: February 12, 2021, 04:09:01 PM »
Beautiful work and a great old kettle!
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bladz

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #10 on: February 12, 2021, 06:26:54 PM »
Beautiful grill tjh. Job well done[emoji1303]


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Kain

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #11 on: February 12, 2021, 10:28:02 PM »
Wicked work! I love that colour. One day I will have one


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Kneab

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #12 on: February 13, 2021, 05:59:04 AM »
Very nice restoration.
What a transformation.
I love that all the main parts are original. Wheels, handle and triangle turned out great.

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FatBottomGrills

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #13 on: February 13, 2021, 09:10:32 PM »
Oh...that high fade is dope. Who's your barber? Beautiful kettle and grate RRR! The grate looks new

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crowderjd

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Re: The Caribbean
« Reply #14 on: February 16, 2021, 08:11:11 AM »
Welcome to the 68 Cado club!  Love the high fade and the thumbscrew legs.  Great restore!
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