Title: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: bamakettles on April 20, 2024, 12:30:08 PM
Post by: bamakettles on April 20, 2024, 12:30:08 PM
I'm sure a lot of you have to installed this upgrade, but I wanted to share for those that may be new to the hobby. This is a great way to gain more space at the grill when the lid is resting. It really helps for lefties like me.... Part number is Weber 65188 and can be found on Amazon. Also included and obligatory shot of the '73 Texan enjoying time on the deck with the SSPs.
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Kneab on April 20, 2024, 01:45:57 PM
Post by: Kneab on April 20, 2024, 01:45:57 PM
Nice ssp.
Love that lid bale upgrade. It's definitely much better than stock. I have done the same to every 1st and 2nd gen performer that has crossed my patio. Money well spent.
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Love that lid bale upgrade. It's definitely much better than stock. I have done the same to every 1st and 2nd gen performer that has crossed my patio. Money well spent.
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: bamakettles on April 20, 2024, 01:53:28 PM
Post by: bamakettles on April 20, 2024, 01:53:28 PM
Quote from: Kneab on April 20, 2024, 01:45:57 PMThank you sir!
Nice ssp.
Love that lid bale upgrade. It's definitely much better than stock. I have done the same to every 1st and 2nd gen performer that has crossed my patio. Money well spent.
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Gringo on April 20, 2024, 07:02:45 PM
Post by: Gringo on April 20, 2024, 07:02:45 PM
Yes! Thanks Greg! I will replace the stock lid bale on my Gen2 because of you!
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: bamakettles on April 20, 2024, 07:31:02 PM
Post by: bamakettles on April 20, 2024, 07:31:02 PM
Quote from: Gringo on April 20, 2024, 07:02:45 PMNice! Thinking about doing this on my red LE too.....
Yes! Thanks Greg! I will replace the stock lid bale on my Gen2 because of you!
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Babekyu on April 21, 2024, 06:51:35 AM
Post by: Babekyu on April 21, 2024, 06:51:35 AM
This is cool. Do you have a cover for that SSP, and does it still fit with this upgrade? I just picked up this cover from grillstuff.com (http://grillstuff.com). I'll have to see if I have extra room. How much you think, 2 inches maybe?
https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older (https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older)
https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older (https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older)
Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: bamakettles on April 21, 2024, 07:03:31 AM
Post by: bamakettles on April 21, 2024, 07:03:31 AM
Quote from: Babekyu on April 21, 2024, 06:51:35 AM
This is cool. Do you have a cover for that SSP, and does it still fit with this upgrade? I just picked up this cover from grillstuff.com (http://grillstuff.com). I'll have to see if I have extra room. How much you think, 2 inches maybe?
https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older (https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older)
I do have covers for both, bought from Amazon and is actually made for the Summit. Very heavy duty and probably the best covers I have for my grills. Nice SSP you have by the way!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FK2PH3?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Babekyu on April 21, 2024, 09:48:22 AM
Post by: Babekyu on April 21, 2024, 09:48:22 AM
QuoteNice SSP you have by the way!
Thanks.
I think I have about two inches to spare with my cover, so I may give this SSP lid bail upgrade a whirl.
Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: bamakettles on April 21, 2024, 10:13:47 AM
Post by: bamakettles on April 21, 2024, 10:13:47 AM
Quote from: Babekyu on April 21, 2024, 09:48:22 AMAnd yes, I believe about two inches would be the difference....QuoteNice SSP you have by the way!
Thanks.
I think I have about two inches to spare with my cover, so I may give this SSP lid bail upgrade a whirl.
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: michaelmilitello on April 22, 2024, 03:51:04 AM
Post by: michaelmilitello on April 22, 2024, 03:51:04 AM
Quote from: bamakettles on April 21, 2024, 07:03:31 AMCan you send me a link to the covers you use for the SSP? My cover from grill stuff.com has developed holes at the lid handle and at some seams. It's about 4 years old btw.Quote from: Babekyu on April 21, 2024, 06:51:35 AM
This is cool. Do you have a cover for that SSP, and does it still fit with this upgrade? I just picked up this cover from grillstuff.com (http://grillstuff.com). I'll have to see if I have extra room. How much you think, 2 inches maybe?
https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older (https://www.grillstuff.com/products/weber-performer-charcoal-grill-cover-2004-and-older)
I do have covers for both, bought from Amazon and is actually made for the Summit. Very heavy duty and probably the best covers I have for my grills. Nice SSP you have by the way!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FK2PH3?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: bamakettles on April 22, 2024, 07:22:31 AM
Post by: bamakettles on April 22, 2024, 07:22:31 AM
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FK2PH3?asc_source=01HDRG07ZP5FJRJVES5GYSHWKK&tag=snx1-20
Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Babekyu on April 23, 2024, 10:16:19 AM
Post by: Babekyu on April 23, 2024, 10:16:19 AM
Quote from: bamakettles on April 22, 2024, 07:22:31 AM
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FK2PH3?asc_source=01HDRG07ZP5FJRJVES5GYSHWKK&tag=snx1-20
Dang. That is so much nicer than the grillstuff cover.
Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: cdp8 on April 23, 2024, 11:54:48 AM
Post by: cdp8 on April 23, 2024, 11:54:48 AM
The new lid bail design also works well on the MT, too. I upgraded so I could use the lid bail with a rotisserie ring.
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Zulu Kono on May 23, 2024, 09:44:33 PM
Post by: Zulu Kono on May 23, 2024, 09:44:33 PM
Anyone ever installed one of the old-style bails onto an 18" kettle?
I've got an old junker performer (post SS) whose
bail I've been considering installing on my 18",
but I hate to be drilling holes into it if won't work.
I've got an old junker performer (post SS) whose
bail I've been considering installing on my 18",
but I hate to be drilling holes into it if won't work.
Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: oldthermometer on June 03, 2024, 03:28:24 AM
Post by: oldthermometer on June 03, 2024, 03:28:24 AM
The only problem I have with the newer lid bail is that the threads stick so far in that it was a pain to get the cooking grate on. I ended up taking a cut off wheel and trimming them down a bit.
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Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Babekyu on June 09, 2024, 12:37:08 PM
Post by: Babekyu on June 09, 2024, 12:37:08 PM
Quote from: oldthermometer on June 03, 2024, 03:28:24 AM
The only problem I have with the newer lid bail is that the threads stick so far in that it was a pain to get the cooking grate on. I ended up taking a cut off wheel and trimming them down a bit.
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Yep! I had to do exactly the same thing. I used a dremel with a cutting bit.
Title: Re: SSP Lid Bail Upgrade
Post by: Kneab on June 09, 2024, 01:13:54 PM
Post by: Kneab on June 09, 2024, 01:13:54 PM
I always add a couple of washers to space the bale out a little bit more. Never thought of trimming it with the dremel 
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