BGE Placement

CeeGeeW

Hi All,

I have a large BGE I just placed in an outdoor kitchen, but I'm VERY worried about the placement.  One of the legs is right on the edge and I'm very concerned it may fall with a tug from the handle or various other shifts. I cooked on it once with no issue, but also worried if the nephews and nieces come over and grab the handle for example.

In the photos you see the placement.  If I remove the legs, then it will sit directly on the cement.  I assume that's ok.  There are 2x4's on either side underneath the cement.  However, I don't think there will be room in the back because of the hinge (also pictured).  I was wondering if you guys have any thoughts or options at this point for best safety practices.

I appreciate your time and opinions.

Thanks!

JohnInCarolina

I see the concern.  You are probably fine, but what you could do would be to swap out the legs for a concrete paver or two to slip underneath the BGE.  That would give you the elevation you need for the hinge and plenty of thermal insulation on the bottom.  

Runamuck

I would make a small ledge in front of the rear legs so it would have to be lifted a half or 3/4 inch to come forward. In front of the rear legs it would be out of sight. Could use concrete to make it match.

hoosier_egger

I would take a short piece of galvanized metal strapping and bolt it to the back of the cutout. Use one of the bottom band studs on the egg end 

GrateEggspectations

If you opt to place the Egg directly on another surface, ensure that you have an air gap.

shtgunal3

I’d sit directly on the concrete but you may want to do as @JohnInCarolina says and sit it on a paver sitting on the concrete to get the height you need. FWIW my small BGE has been sitting directly on concrete for years without issue.

CeeGeeW

Thanks all!  I really appreciate all the input!  I took the rubber off the feet and noticed they have a hole to allow me to screw directly into the concreate.  I think I can adjust slightly to make that work.  I'll have the air gap and the correct height.

xfire_ATX

Get a piece of stone that fits the cutout and comes out another 1/2"-1". It will raise it up and get you more depth.

Mark_B_Good

JohnInCarolina said:

I see the concern.  You are probably fine, but what you could do would be to swap out the legs for a concrete paver or two to slip underneath the BGE.  That would give you the elevation you need for the hinge and plenty of thermal insulation on the bottom.  

I think this is the best idea ... put in a concrete paver with say a 1.5" to 2" lip (overhang) and then you could keep the legs on ... 

dbCooper

@CeeGeeW

I don't see this concern being addressed... "I cooked on it once with no issue, but also worried if the nephews and nieces come over and grab the handle for example."

You may want to fashion a strap of some sort (wood or metal or rope) across the top of your opening to prevent tipping.

nolaegghead

If I were you I would cut out a piece of cement board that fit the entire space but with an inch or two overhang.  Leave it on the nest.  If you want, glue or screw a lip on the edge.

bobroo

Why not buy the next size smaller egg?