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Chip on my rim of bottom. Replacing gasket

Nevilledevil78
Nevilledevil78 Posts: 3
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Hello, I was trying to replace my gaskets on top and bottom, when I started to take it off the top it was pulling off the ceramic in chunks. 
I took pictures, brought it to my dealer and they replaced it. I started ti replace the bottom last night and the same thing happened, a big chunk came off. I tried to do the same with the bottom but the dealer denied my Warrenty claim. What can I use to fill in that chunk? I’ve posted pics below. 
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 34,087
    He!! of an opening post.  Never have heard of that happening.
    I would raise the issue with BGE HQ as your dealer should have replaced your base.
    Regarding a fix, I am no ceramic expert.  Hopefully someone will be along with  a good suggestion.  Absent that I would try JB Weld.

    Unrelated to the above, welcome aboard and it sounds like you have plenty of BGE run-time.  Once the above is sorted out continue to enjoy the journey and have fun.

    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • Langner91
    Langner91 Posts: 2,120
    I've never seen that, either.  Is that the original gasket?

    I think I would just put a new gasket on it and try not to think about it every time I used the egg.  

    But, it would drive me nuts.
    Clinton, Iowa
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  • ColtsFan
    ColtsFan Posts: 6,585
    Personally, I’d put a Rutland on it with a little extra rtv in the area and not worry about it. The base will eventually crack and be replaced. 
    ~ John - https://www.instagram.com/hoosier_egger
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    Bloomington, IN - Hoo Hoo Hoo Hoosiers!

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  • GrateEggspectations
    GrateEggspectations Posts: 10,133
    When I bought my large, the dealer game me one with a very similar chip. For the money they charge here (Canada), I was disappointed and asked for a new one. They obliged. 
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  • Ybabpmuts
    Ybabpmuts Posts: 963
    I would never go for a chip in my rim. That's how church farts slip out. Get yourself some bum putty before Sunday Bean Dinner down at the rectory, please. I could be in the next pew.


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  • Nevilledevil78
    Nevilledevil78 Posts: 3
    lousubcap said:
    He!! of an opening post.  Never have heard of that happening.
    I would raise the issue with BGE HQ as your dealer should have replaced your base.
    Regarding a fix, I am no ceramic expert.  Hopefully someone will be along with  a good suggestion.  Absent that I would try JB Weld.

    Unrelated to the above, welcome aboard and it sounds like you have plenty of BGE run-time.  Once the above is sorted out continue to enjoy the journey and have fun.

    Thanks! I’ve had my egg since 2014, I contacted HQ like you said and I just have to go pick up my new base Friday! So excited! Do you think I should get the new ring kit since I have a new top and bottom? It would essentially be a new egg. Thanks for the suggestion 
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 34,087
    Since you asked, I would get the band kit because it is quite forgiving compared to the old set up.  The dome does not open as wide but that is a minor issue.
    Glad HQ took care of you. 
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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