Author Topic: Help restoring a handle on a redhead (Read 5741 times)

G · « **Reply #15 on:** September 09, 2013, 02:35:56 PM »

All the parts you need for an MT (at least that are still available)
http://www.ereplacementparts.com/weber-771001-225-mastertouch-kettle-grill-parts-c-193079_193086_193454.html

the replacement MT handle may be tricky since you have a larger hole where the former therm was (where the current handle is bolted to). The therm could be loose in the lid. Worth a shot though if you want it close to original.

BigSam · « **Reply #16 on:** September 09, 2013, 03:56:41 PM »

Thanks for all the advice. I think I'm going to probably end up going with G$'s advice and get the fireplace handle and paint it. I don't really need the thermo for this grill because it's mainly going to be used for simple stuff (burgers/dogs etc).

And for the record it looked pretty shot when I got it but a little elbow grease and steel wool fixed her right up!

Bman · « **Reply #17 on:** September 09, 2013, 04:57:01 PM »

Big Sam, the other bonus of adding the thermo & housing is it covers the area between the handle supports.
Here's a shot of G$'s red showing what I mean.
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G$ · « **Reply #18 on:** September 09, 2013, 05:16:31 PM »

That is a beautiful redhead, Bman!

Bman · « **Reply #19 on:** September 09, 2013, 05:29:46 PM »

Thanks G$ - It could have at least been cleaned up a little for the pic, but you'll get the idea. haha

BigSam · « **Reply #20 on:** September 10, 2013, 07:10:42 AM »

Any idea if the thermo and shield will fit with the fireplace handle?

G$ · « **Reply #21 on:** September 10, 2013, 08:27:55 AM »

Sam, maybe this will give you an idea. Will it fit, yes. Will there be enough usable room, not really. I think with the bottom handle piece would be in the way unless you modified it as well....

G$ · « **Reply #22 on:** September 10, 2013, 08:39:36 AM »

in fact .....

You would still have to drill holes for the therm shield in the fireplace handle, and boy would it be a tight fit....

My final recommendation is put the regular handle on, get grilling, and be on the look out for an upgrade lid, handle, or MT. when you find an upgrade, sell the old and buy the new, best of both worlds.

BigSam · « **Reply #23 on:** September 10, 2013, 10:22:15 AM »

Wow you guys are awesome! And how many grills do you have G$?!

G$ · « **Reply #24 on:** September 10, 2013, 11:07:37 AM »

Quote from: BigSam on September 10, 2013, 10:22:15 AM

Wow you guys are awesome! And how many grills do you have G$?!

I have about 1/4th the number zavod44 has.

G$ · « **Reply #25 on:** September 10, 2013, 11:13:21 AM »

or ....

"What are you, my wife?"

G$ · « **Reply #26 on:** September 10, 2013, 11:13:38 AM »

or ....

"About 14 short of my goal!"

G$ · « **Reply #27 on:** September 10, 2013, 11:14:12 AM »

or ....

"Only one black one..."

G$ · « **Reply #28 on:** September 10, 2013, 11:14:43 AM »

or ....

"Lets see, is today Tuesday?"

Craig · « **Reply #29 on:** September 10, 2013, 01:24:33 PM »

Um............. what new grill!? I bought that 'n months ago!

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