From the craigslist ad mentioned here:
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Unloaded from truck:
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This a K-code bowl and lid (not the original bowl/lid that came with the frame, obviously) that have been modified to work with the gas-assist. I haven't cleaned either yet, but there is definitely some rust and dings. Plus a therm mod in the lid. My plan is to replace both with a new copper bowl/lid so it didn't concern me. Will likely have these available for sale later if anyone needs them.
The gas tube is shot, the ash pan handle is shot, the casters are shot. Everything else is in decent to good shape.
More to come.
Lid and bowl cleaned up pretty well. It's a shame the lid has a therm hole and the bowl has been drilled as well. Otherwise, they look pretty nice.
Maybe I'll add some legs and turn this back into a cooker.
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Turns out you can just shove the new style ash catcher ring tabs into the sockets on a performer...I did not know that.
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And this tool with a carbide blade makes short work of the rusted sweeper system.
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@haeffb I'm glad someone here got this. I was next in line. What are you going to put in for a kettle?
Quote from: SteveZ on May 31, 2016, 05:57:06 PM
@haeffb I'm glad someone here got this. I was next in line. What are you going to put in for a kettle?
Current plan is to get a new copper bowl and kettle from Weber. My lovely wife likes the copper look and I like the Gen1 performer frame/table.
I am thinking of a combination of "Bisbee" and the wood table on the bottom frame from some other mods shown recently, but not sure where it will end up.
Are you keeping the 5lb tank or converting to new style?
Quote from: SteveZ on May 31, 2016, 06:06:36 PM
Are you keeping the 5lb tank or converting to new style?
Haven't gotten that far yet. The 5lb tank has OPD, so it depends on if I can get it filled locally...?
I've had a 5lb tank recertified and filled in St. Peters
That's down the road - need to get some other pieces going first. I am thinking of some local craftsmen/manufacturers that might be able to help with some work.
Is it worth having the frame sand blasted/powder coated? I have a sheet metal friend that might be able to replace the stainless with copper. A furniture maker to do the wood work. Etc. I can supply elbow grease, but I'm no expert.
Gotta get some price estimates to see what's what. My end goal is to have a "new" Performer on an SSP frame for less cost than an actual new Performer...but I will definitely have to pick/choose pieces based on cost.
Placed an order with Weber this morning - spent more than I'd hoped! But I think it will be worth it in the end to have a grill that's like (almost) no other. I'll be showing something off in just 7-10 business days. :)
I'm new to some of the terms used, would that be considered a Lazy "K" code?
Quote from: Yendor on June 01, 2016, 12:16:23 PM
I'm new to some of the terms used, would that be considered a Lazy "K" code?
Well, if not lazy, it's certainly prone to procrastination.
I mean, "I have no idea." Maybe someone else can answer.
Quote from: Yendor on June 01, 2016, 12:16:23 PM
I'm new to some of the terms used, would that be considered a Lazy "K" code?
Yes, that's a Lazy K code, or crooked K code, or rockin K code..however you want to refer to the stamp being not straight
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Not much accomplished tonight, but did work a little on the stainless table with some Bar Keepers Friend. See the difference between the larger table which I haven't touched yet and the curved portion that sits next to the grill.
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Question: Can I remove the table/lid from the frame without taking the frame apart? It looks maybe like the steel bar holding it in could be pried out?
Yes, the bar can be removed from the assembled frame. Just be careful not to break or lose the plastic grommets that the bar snaps into. If you do need to replace those grommets, I found them at Ace Hardware.
Interesting find. A crooked K converted to be a performer. I think this grill is cool as hell!!!! One heck of a find!
Work in progress.
In this photo, you can see the green AH OTG main cooker, the converted black speckled EZ with new bling (ash pan and thermo), the lazy K redhead receiving some love in the background and the sacrificial faded black M(lid vent wheel)/N(the one remaining bowl vent wheel) that's reluctantly agreed to become a leg donor for the redhead.
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By the way, what's up with this three-wire triangle? Was that an option on less expensive models?
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Looks like a cool build man. Wish I had some wisdom to offer, but I'm not experienced enough to comment here. Looking forward to seeing it bud!
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Great project. Looking forward to seeing what you are going to do with the performer bowl.
That triangle is from an economy kettle. I'm no expert, but I think they came with the three wire triangle, daisy wheel bowl vents, and wheels without the white walls.
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Yeah, that makes sense. It's an M/N code so 1990/91 era without the one-touch system.
How common is it for the lid and bowl vents to have different date codes?
My OTS has a triangle like that.
Well, how disappointing. You simply can't trust Weber at all.
Friday is NOT 7-10 business days from Wednesday.
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Clearly, I haven't had time to do any real work on the performer frame.
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And, even more disappointing, we already have plans to visit in-laws this weekend.
Next question: Why the white tube caps on the bowl end when the other end is black? Are the white a higher-heat material?
That copper looks good sitting in there.
Do those caps feel different? One harder than the other? I wonder if that's a goof or something.
Are you still planning the wooden shelf across the bottom?
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My SSPs all have the lighter caps on the bowl end and black on the handle end.
My speculation is that the lighter are heat resistant.
Painting day.
Was trying to decide between blasting and powder coating versus painting, then I realized if the paint doesn't work out, I can still go the other route later.
Had one star nut rusted out (and part of one end of one of the bottom cross members), so working on a replacement. Used an angle grinder to remove as much rust as possible, but was left with holes in the bottom of the tube, and still rust left inside. This may need to be replaced at some point in the future.
Star nut was about $3.00 at a local bike shop, and a metric hex head bolt was another $1.50 at the hardware.
Still working out what to do with the bottom shelf. Red oak would probably look nice with the copper bowl. I'll live with the wire rack for now.
The extra holes in the red kettle have been sealed with stainless washers and screws/bolts. The largest fender washer at Ace hardware just barely covered the holes that had been created for the gas tube and igniter., but I think it will seal up. That's about $10 worth of hardware, and have added a new cleaning system kit.
Waiting on axle hubs to be able to put things back together.
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That's electric fence wire being used to string parts up for painting.
Question: Sanding stainless steel? The table has a bunch of scratches - is sanding them worth the effort, or will it lead to other problems? Anyone have experience with this?
Oh, wow. At first, I didn't think too much about this. I've seen some performers, and, while they're very nice, they're aren't something I need at the point. But then I saw that copper in there.... I need one ASAP! The copper with the black frame looks amazing.
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Phase 1 complete.
The Lazy K Red Kettle is standing on her own again. Total investment (not counting the original $40 for the performer table and kettle from Craigslist) is $15 for the one-touch cleaning system and about $15 in additional hardware (SS bolts, screws, washers and nuts to fill the bowl holes, axle caps). The triangle and ash pan/ring were in pretty bad shape so painting seemed like the best option. In hindsight, I should have gone with red on the legs as well.
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Thinking about trading it to my neighbor for a P-code redhead that needs some TLC.
Hey, good job man! Looks good. I like the black n red thyme it's got going on.
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Quote from: Travis on June 07, 2016, 02:57:29 PM
Hey, good job man! Looks good. I like the black n red thyme it's got going on.
Purists probably have a heart attack when seeing something like this, but the bowl had already had six holes drilled into it. The lid had another. The legs, wheels and triangle are from a donor M grill that was a rust bucket and soon to be flower pot.
As they say, "No quality grills were harmed during the filming of this documentary."
I am liking the copper SSP, though, it's coming along nicely. Waiting for the lid bale (tuck-away) which I neglected to order with the bowl and lid. Also need to find a new igniter, since the new style burner tube/wires don't fit the older igniter.
I also learned today that I can't paint my 5-lb propane tank black or copper. Must be white, gray or silver according to my propane dealer, else it can't be refilled. And the 5-lb tanks are also in demand for deer hunters to take to their stands since they're so light.
Success!
I cobbled together the old black wire and new black wire by pulling the metal piece from the old ceramic. It's round, then has a flat area. Cut off the round part and the flat part fits right into the new black connector.
Hooked everything up, turned on the gas, and
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It's hard to tell from the photo, but that is a flame coming out of the burner tube.
Great work on both!
And, we're done! (For now!)
Went from this:
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To this:
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To do:
Paint the propane tank. Would like it to be copper, but my propane guy says that's a no-no.
Get new wheels.
Fix the igniter connection issue.
Cook something. But that doesn't need to wait for the other to-do's!
Looks good.
Nice job
Quote from: haeffb on June 10, 2016, 06:31:44 AM
To do:
Paint the propane tank. Would like it to be copper, but my propane guy says that's a no-no.
Get new wheels.
Fix the igniter connection issue.
Cook something. But that doesn't need to wait for the other to-do's!
Use plastidip to paint it. It peels right off. Car guys do it all the time.
Looks good haeffb. I really like the copper in the frame.
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A better photo
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Quote from: haeffb on June 10, 2016, 05:06:38 PM
A better photo
Wowza! Now that is just stunning. "A better photo" is an understatement.
Good angle and lighting on that photo bud. Really shows er' off.
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Lookin Good 'cept for the rust on the gas tank - ya gotta get rid of that, 'til you copperize the tank 8)