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Crack... Use it or not?

CANMAN1976
CANMAN1976 Posts: 1,593
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Hey guys just found a hairline crack under my base:( should I use it or just switch it with my spare base and dome I have from warranty that's sitting in my garage ? Kinda wanted to run this egg to the ground before I switched but maybe this is a fire waiting to happen?

Thanks
Hows ya gettin' on, me ol ****? 



Kippens.Newfoundland and Labrador. (Canada).
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  • Carolina Q
    Carolina Q Posts: 14,831
    Mine has been like that for a year or so. Keep meaning to "file a claim" but still haven't. I would definely do something about it if my egg was on a flammable surface.

    I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

    Michael 
    Central Connecticut 

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  • jshillin
    jshillin Posts: 42
    I'd file a claim now and just use it with caution until you get the replacement.  I see wood underneath so just keep an eye on it.
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  • CANMAN1976
    CANMAN1976 Posts: 1,593
    edited July 2014
    Wooden table on wooden deck attached to a wooden house:(

    Already got a spare dome and base in my garage just liked the idea of a spare on hand. Maybe I'll just pay attention and if it gets worse change it out?
    Hows ya gettin' on, me ol ****? 



    Kippens.Newfoundland and Labrador. (Canada).
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  • Eggcelsior
    Eggcelsior Posts: 14,414
    Did someone say crack?

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  • SpartanPride
    SpartanPride Posts: 161
    That's clean across the bottom. Proceed with caution! Given how long they take to cool down I'd switch it, but good luck either way.
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  • Lit
    Lit Posts: 9,053
    Yeah switch that. The crack expands with heat.
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  • henapple
    henapple Posts: 16,025
    Did you just say the crack expands with heat?
    Green egg, dead animal and alcohol. The "Boro".. TN 
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  • CANMAN1976
    CANMAN1976 Posts: 1,593
    Problem solved, never thought I'd see a new gasket again. New dome and base:) assembly was a pain as usual as I try to get everything perfectly even but oh well...close enough:)
    Do I need to keep the first few cooks lower temp? I can't remember?
    Hows ya gettin' on, me ol ****? 



    Kippens.Newfoundland and Labrador. (Canada).
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  • DTEgg
    DTEgg Posts: 93
    Many say to keep first couple cooks under 375, can't say as I know why, tho...
    LBGE
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  • CANMAN1976
    CANMAN1976 Posts: 1,593
    DTEgg said:
    Many say to keep first couple cooks under 375, can't say as I know why, tho...
    Thanks for the info!  Gotta love those red spacers that I wish came with my first egg makes for keeping the bands evenly spaced so much easier. Oh and I now have the cheapo plastic handle but I do have two wooden ones as spares:)
    Hows ya gettin' on, me ol ****? 



    Kippens.Newfoundland and Labrador. (Canada).
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  • Mattman3969
    Mattman3969 Posts: 10,458
    So that's what the red tabs were for. HAHA  

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    analyze adapt overcome

    2008 -Large BGE. 2013- Small BGE and 2015 - Mini. Henderson, Ky.
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  • DMW
    DMW Posts: 13,836
    No, I don't use crack.
    They/Them
    Morgantown, PA

    XL BGE - S BGE - KJ Jr - HB Legacy - BS Pizza Oven - 30" Firepit - King Kooker Fryer -  PR72T - WSJ - BS 17" Griddle - XXL BGE  - BS SS36" Griddle - 2 Burner Gasser - Pellet Smoker
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  • Philly35
    Philly35 Posts: 859
    How did you manage to get a new dome and base if the previous one wasn't cracked? Just curious. Thats like getting a free egg!
    NW IOWA
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  • CANMAN1976
    CANMAN1976 Posts: 1,593
    Philly35 said:
    How did you manage to get a new dome and base if the previous one wasn't cracked? Just curious. Thats like getting a free egg!
    My first egg developed a chip in the dome from constantly tightening the bands after high heat pizza cooks and band slippage.Once I recieved my new dome I tried double nutting and the slipping bands stopped so I had a spare dome.The base I kinda got in the middle of that issue when I thought my base was warped(not round) and thus causing my bands to slip due to uneven tightness of the bands.I hope and pray my bands dont slip this time cause it was a real pan in the ass!!!!!! The new egg expierience has worn off so I not gonna stress it like my first egg!!! As long as it holds temp and shuts down relativley fast Im ok:)
    Hows ya gettin' on, me ol ****? 



    Kippens.Newfoundland and Labrador. (Canada).
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  • Fred19Flintstone
    Fred19Flintstone Posts: 8,174
    edited July 2014
    Surprisingly enough, this is not the first time I've been asked that question.  Although it's usually phrased as an accusation.
    Flint, Michigan
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  • CANMAN1976
    CANMAN1976 Posts: 1,593
    So should my old egg become a flower pot???? Kinda feel as if its still useful as an egg just not on the deck? Maybe as a second egg down on the lawn.The crack is almost unoticable and i'm sure the bottom won't just drop out will it.....has it ever????
    Hows ya gettin' on, me ol ****? 



    Kippens.Newfoundland and Labrador. (Canada).
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  • DMW
    DMW Posts: 13,836
    Fred19Flintstone said:

    Surprisingly enough, this is not the first time I've been asked that question.  Although it's usually phrased as an accusation.

    You do live in Flint...
    They/Them
    Morgantown, PA

    XL BGE - S BGE - KJ Jr - HB Legacy - BS Pizza Oven - 30" Firepit - King Kooker Fryer -  PR72T - WSJ - BS 17" Griddle - XXL BGE  - BS SS36" Griddle - 2 Burner Gasser - Pellet Smoker
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  • JRWhitee
    JRWhitee Posts: 5,678
    That is where mine cracked, I didn't notice it until the wood under it started on fire. 
                                                                
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    Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
    Green Man Group 
    Johns Creek, Georgia
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  • Little Steven
    Little Steven Posts: 28,817
    I've had a few like that. Never worried about them and nothing bad happened. I have a concrete deck though. Did 1000* pizza last night in one.

    Steve 

    Caledon, ON

     

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  • CANMAN1976
    CANMAN1976 Posts: 1,593
    Little Steven said:
    I've had a few like that. Never worried about them and nothing bad happened. I have a concrete deck though. Did 1000* pizza last night in one.
    Hey L.S what you been up too??? Thought you gave up egging as you haven't been on much??...lol
    1000 deg pizza?? Not much sugar in that dough I bet?
    Hows ya gettin' on, me ol ****? 



    Kippens.Newfoundland and Labrador. (Canada).
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