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She's in pretty good shape. A lot of surface rust. Is it ok to soak the legs and door in CLR? Is there something else that's better at rust removal?
First off, great snag!
You could certainly go after it and soak it in some evaporust and then hit it with steel wool, but to be honest it might be worth just calling up Weber and ordering a new leg kit. I can't imagine it would be very expensive ... Prob not much more than what the evaporust would cost to begin with and you'd have a fresh new set. I believe the correct part number is 85038 but Have them confirm if you decide to go that route.
Again, nice find 👍
Can anyone confirm what parts from the new WSM fit on the 1880?
I believe the old legs are cad plated, are the new aluminum?
Do the new grates fit in the 1880?
Thanks AJ
Figured I should post some pics.
CL pic.
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In the truck.
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After a quick hose down.
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And the lid vent.
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I'd evaporust the legs and doors. Many of the parts on this thing are heavier duty than the new 14.5" wsm. What's the grate situation like on it?
Grates are a little rusty. Nothing that won't clean up. I don't think it was used much. Just been sitting for years.
I believe the grates on it are stainless. Did it come with the elusive original lower grate? You can place the top grate on the lower bolts to create more headroom.
One charcoal grate and one cooking grate.
Gotcha. The 2nd cooking grate typically sits inside the waterpan. You can always get a 2nd full size cooking grate to put on the pan if you need more capacity.
I've got an 18.5" if I need space. This little guy was gonna be a gift, if it wasn't a C code. My first birth year cooker just happens to be a bit of a rarity.
Sweet. That water pan is quite a bit more shallow than the current 14.5. Looking forward to the finished pics.
Quote from: Heyjude on August 17, 2016, 07:59:36 PM
Can anyone confirm what parts from the new WSM fit on the 1880?
I believe the old legs are cad plated, are the new aluminum?
The old legs are a plated steel. The new ones are aluminum. You'll want to keep the old ones if at all possible.
Quote from: Heyjude on August 17, 2016, 07:59:36 PM
Do the new grates fit in the 1880?
I can confirm that the top cooking grate from the new 14.5" WSM fits the 1880. I do not know about the lower cooking grate as mine had one. The top cooking grate that came from mine was the grate out of a Smokey Joe. It was serviceable, but did not fit. I ordered a new one on Amazon and it fits perfectly. I did find that a cooking grate from an A code Smokey Joe fit perfectly as well.
Quote from: Harbormaster on August 18, 2016, 03:00:05 PM
Quote from: Heyjude on August 17, 2016, 07:59:36 PM
Can anyone confirm what parts from the new WSM fit on the 1880?
I believe the old legs are cad plated, are the new aluminum?
The old legs are a plated steel. The new ones are aluminum. You'll want to keep the old ones if at all possible.
Quote from: Heyjude on August 17, 2016, 07:59:36 PM
Do the new grates fit in the 1880?
I can confirm that the top cooking grate from the new 14.5" WSM fits the 1880. I do not know about the lower cooking grate as mine had one. The top cooking grate that came from mine was the grate out of a Smokey Joe. It was serviceable, but did not fit. I ordered a new one on Amazon and it fits perfectly. I did find that a cooking grate from an A code Smokey Joe fit perfectly as well.
Awesome info, Thank you!
@Harbormaster
@TheDude Congrats on the new (old WSM)! I'm gonna make a trip down to Springfield one of these days with a cooler of beer for the tour of your collection.
@SteveZ you and your beer are always welcome. I think this might be the only piece that will hold a candle to your stuff though.
Thats pretty cool. Get the legs and door sandblasted and chromed and you have a brand new smoker!
On a older cooker, I like a matt finish on the steel parts.
I'm to a point, that I'm torn. She's cleaned up to a point, she's usable and looks 36 years young but not pristine. Still pretty rusty on the legs and door. I kinda like that you can tell her age. Do I take her to her former glory, or leave he legacy? She will be cooked on either way.
Help us help you... show some pics! 8)
Told you guys I was in no hurry with this one. More pics will come though.
Question. Do you guys dilute CLR when you use it? If so, how much?
Door soaking in evavpo-rust.
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Quote from: TheDude on August 26, 2016, 10:01:56 AM
Question. Do you guys dilute CLR when you use it? If so, how much?
I always dilute CLR based on this:
QuotePlace the ash pan in the container and begin to fill with warm water. Once the water has submerged the pan, add in 1/2 – 1 Cup of CLR and then just let it soak...
http://weberkettleclub.com/weber-charcoal-grill-restoration/ash-pan-clean-up-and-polish-procedure/
What are you going to use the CLR for or are you now using evaporust instead? How did the door come out?
Didn't hardly do shit. Any suggestions guys?
How long did it soak for? I've had nothing but success with full 24hr soaking in evaporust. It was submerged though.
What's the door made of on WSMs that age? Is the discoloration rust or baked on grease?
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About 14 gummi. I'll try longer. Door is steel. It's rust. Don't think the thing was used more than a couple times, then sat aside for a few decades.
I'd say do a longer soak and have it submerged in liquid this time. I've seen some pretty nasty stuff come out of an evaporust bath sparkly clean.
A full soak made a huge difference. Wish I had taken a pic after the paper towel treatment.
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Still needs some 0000 treatment.
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Awesome. Looking good.
Lookin good, Dude
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@TheDude - how's your 1880 looking? Would love to see some full resto pics if you've got them........
@Bob BQ Honestly, I cleaned her up enough to do one cook. Plan was to fully restore and be a looker. Wound up loving how she cooks, so she's a cooker. She did get a zebrawood zav. I'll get a pic next time she's out.
Quote from: TheDude on February 24, 2017, 10:10:17 AM
@Bob BQ Honestly, I cleaned her up enough to do one cook. Plan was to fully restore and be a looker. Wound up loving how she cooks, so she's a cooker. She did get a zebrawood zav. I'll get a pic next time she's out.
Sweet. But you can still polish that door and vents!