My $10 1988 SJ Find

[Tom C]

Found this one on Craigs List for $10. I could use some help with how to restore the handel and ash pan.

[Chasing_smoke]

Nice find! I'm not sure on the handle but the ash pan will probably come up with some #0000 steel wool.


"my kettle is more powerful it will do almost anything."

[javahog2002]

I use 150 or 200 grit sand paper to remove the greying.  Stain with some Minwax Golden Pecan Stain followed by Minwax Polycrylic clear gloss.  I know most people suggest spar varnish. I am just using what I had in the garage.

[Harbormaster]

Wire wheel on the pan and legs.

LIGHTLY sand the handle and hit it with Watco Teak Oil Finish.

[Tom C]

Thanks for the feedback.

I may make a University of Central Florida Knights mini WSM with it.

[edhead35]

White vinegar and water soak will break down most rust. Then 0000 Steel wool and metal polish

[cbpeck]

I agree with using 0000 on all the metal and porcelain surfaces. For the handle, review the long thread on preferred handle finishes that was beat to death a few weeks ago. 

[Tom C]

For the handle, review the long thread on preferred handle finishes that was beat to death a few weeks ago. 

Can't find the thread yet but will keep on looking, thanks.

[pbe gummi bear]

Here you go, Tom.

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/what-finish-do-you-use-on-wooden-handles/msg45187/#msg45187

Speaking of which I need to update my pics!