I saw the hose clamps mod but it looked like I would need the newer ash ring with the leg socket tabs for it to work with the clamps [/quote]
I'm not sure the hose clamps wouldn't work. On my 2nd Gen Performer (which I no longer have), I replaced the sweeper fins with the current model fins. It was at that time that I discovered the ash catcher was attached by wire. I rewired it and then later learned about the hose clamps. My 2nd Gen Performer didn't have legs, but from my memory, I don't see why hose clamps wouldn't work. Couldn't you just use a larger hose clamp and run it around the outside of the leg socket? I think you can get clamps at home depot for a buck or two to find out.