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Help - Bailing Wire (Replacing OEM Lump Grate on XL)

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danv23
danv23 Posts: 953
edited February 2014 in EggHead Forum

I am and have been unimpressed with my XLBGE airflow, so I bought 2 weber charcoal grates that I want to tie together with bainling wire (as I have found throughout the forum as a solution).  However, I can't find any locally (lowes, HD, ACE) and i can only find galvanized bailing wire online.  I read here in the forum that you shouldn't use galvanized anything in the egg because of possible contaminated offgas, but I may be wrong about that.

Can I get some help/assistance with this issue?

Thanks!!!


The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

Cumming, GA

Eggs - XL, L, Small

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  • tkleager
    tkleager Posts: 539
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    Here is what I use:
    http://www.homedepot.com/p/Weyerhaeuser-400-ft-16-5-Gauge-Rebar-Tie-Wire-05337/202094311

    I use it for almost everything that needs wired up.  Never had a problem with it in the old Brinkman offset, but have not used it in the egg for anything.

    You should be able to find this right next to the rebar.  Just ask at HD.
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  • vapilotda
    vapilotda Posts: 22
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    I bought a roll of stainless at harbor freight and it has worked just fine in my xl.
    large and XL BGE in Richmond, VA
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 953
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    Looks like a bingo!!!

    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner

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  • pgprescott
    pgprescott Posts: 14,544
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    Nuts, bolts and washers might also work.
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 11,518
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    pgprescott said:
    Nuts, bolts and washers might also work.
    someone posted one like that recently ... the over sized (length wise) bolts serve as handles for lifting the sandwiched grids and shaking off the ash, neat!
    canuckland
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  • henapple
    henapple Posts: 16,025
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    Ha
    Green egg, dead animal and alcohol. The "Boro".. TN 
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 953
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    Canugghead said:


    pgprescott said:

    Nuts, bolts and washers might also work.

    someone posted one like that recently ... the over sized (length wise) bolts serve as handles for lifting the sandwiched grids and shaking off the ash, neat!


    You think you could find that post? I'm not creative or handy enough to do that on my own!

    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner

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  • stlcharcoal
    stlcharcoal Posts: 4,684
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    I only use one grate.  If I used two, I would just tack weld it in a few places.......or use some stainless safety wire to hold them together.
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 11,518
    edited February 2014
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    danv23 said:
    pgprescott said:
    Nuts, bolts and washers might also work.
    someone posted one like that recently ... the over sized (length wise) bolts serve as handles for lifting the sandwiched grids and shaking off the ash, neat!
    You think you could find that post? I'm not creative or handy enough to do that on my own!
    Found it, it's a thread in the 'other' forum. Two configurations, Uncle Phil's has photos; make sure you read up on Chef Jacques Strappe's idea too (no photo). Neither of them requires welding. Here's the link:

    btw, I'd just use galvanised stuff and wouldn't worry about spending extra time/expense hunting down stainless steel nuts/bolts, the stainless vs. galvanised debate has been beaten to death over the years.
    canuckland
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 953
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    Canugghead said:


    danv23 said:

    Canugghead said:


    pgprescott said:

    Nuts, bolts and washers might also work.

    someone posted one like that recently ... the over sized (length wise) bolts serve as handles for lifting the sandwiched grids and shaking off the ash, neat!

    You think you could find that post? I'm not creative or handy enough to do that on my own!

    Found it, it's a thread in the 'other' forum. Two configurations, Uncle Phil's has photos; make sure you read up on Chef Jacques Strappe's idea too (no photo). Neither of them requires welding. Here's the link:

    btw, I'd just use galvanised stuff and wouldn't worry about spending extra time/expense hunting down stainless steel nuts/bolts, the stainless vs. galvanised debate has been beaten to death over the years.


    1000 thank you's!!!!!

    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner

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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 953
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    Boom.  Used nuts and bolts and 2 18" weber charcoal grates.  Thanks to all who helped via suggestions!

     

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    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner

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  • sumoconnell
    sumoconnell Posts: 1,932
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    The dude abides
    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++
    Austin, Texas.  I'm the guy holding a beer.
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 953
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    sumoconnell said:
    The dude abides


    I just wish he wouldn't use so darn many curse words.

    I can get you a toe.


    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner

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  • Durangler
    Durangler Posts: 1,122
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    Probably better than tiewire anyway. Plus you don't have 500' leftover, although, there"s always a need for tiewire & duct tape.... ;)
    XL BGE, 22" Weber Red Head, Fiesta Gasser .... Peoria,AZ
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  • GATABITES
    GATABITES Posts: 1,260
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    nice, how does it perform? 

    I am somewhat satisfied and have adjusted to what you have found to be unbearable in terms of air flow. 
    XL BGE 
    Joe JR 
    Baltimore, MD
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 953
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    I haven't kicked the tires on it yet.  I'm currently plotting a brisket cook next weekend, or pizzas on Sunday.  I'll let y'all know when I do and how I like it.  I sure hope I like it cuz I pitched the OEM already!

    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner

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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 953
    edited March 2014
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    To update: Just got done eating pizza from the egg, and ya, it was delicious.  However I noticed with the OEM charcoal grate i would have to rotate the pizza.  With the new grate I didn't have to.  Also, I got it up to 500 degrees in about 25-30 minutes, with the OEM it would take 45 min to an hour (I only use 1 starter cube).

    So, without any hesitation I can recommend 100% to throw out that piece of **** OEM grate.

    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Weber Summit 6 Burner

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  • NPHuskerFL
    NPHuskerFL Posts: 17,629
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    @danv23‌...Sounds like a great idea. Only issue I could think of is smaller lump falling through grate. But, it sure as hell fire will get max airflow. Better airflow=effiency in burn and should equate to higher temps quicker as you've proven. Great job!
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  • egger ave
    egger ave Posts: 721
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    I made this grate out of extruded steel for large BGE when the OEM grate cracked. No paint, no coating. It's cheap and does a good job. used the old grate as a pattern.

    1 Large BGE, 1 Mini BGE, 1 Minimax BGE, Original wife and 3 dogs living in the heart of BBQ country in Round Rock Texas. 

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