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Brisket_Fanatic
Brisket_Fanatic Posts: 2,884
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Hey Ron wondering if you have seen a Rutland get rock hard before. I have tried cleaning it encase I spilled something on it but it doesn't seem to change.image

NW IA

2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe and Black Stone

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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,019
    After years of use then the fibers which are already embedded in adhesive will fill with lump dust, dripping etc so sure it can get hard. OTOH it appears your attempt to clean it has broken the outer fibers. If that bothers you you can take a butane lighter or a propane torch and burn off that fuzz. I just went out and looked at my 9 year old Rutland and it looks quite good - what and how did you try to clean yours with?
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  • Brisket_Fanatic
    Brisket_Fanatic Posts: 2,884
    Couple of things, soap and water with a little nylon brush, then tried heating it with a touch and used a metal BBQ scrubber.

    NW IA

    2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe and Black Stone

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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,019
    Brisket_Fanatic said:
    and used a metal BBQ scrubber.
    You are kidding aren't you? 
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  • Brisket_Fanatic
    Brisket_Fanatic Posts: 2,884
    edited May 2014
    I was gentle ;) it is hard as concrete

    NW IA

    2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe and Black Stone

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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,019
    It may be, but is it leaking and you want more "spring" to the gasket or a "prettier" gasket? I'm still baffled about this cleaning thing...
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  • Brisket_Fanatic
    Brisket_Fanatic Posts: 2,884
    edited May 2014
    Yes it's leaking that is why I am looking for more coverage, otherwise wouldn't care.

    Normally only leaks when maverick wires are sticking out

    NW IA

    2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe and Black Stone

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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,019
    Brisket_Fanatic said:
     Normally only leaks when maverick wires are sticking out
    OK...guess the Rutland gasket can't please everyone...but how many wisps of smoke do you see sneaking out around those tiny cables? I read posts by folks talking about their beliefs of using NO gaskets - so I wonder if they will chime in about their maverick wires...just sayin...
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  • Brisket_Fanatic
    Brisket_Fanatic Posts: 2,884
    I love the Rutland, it's a steady stream but doesn't seen to effect the temp. My brother is a no gasket guy. Egg is 9 years old and no gasket since original

    NW IA

    2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe and Black Stone

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