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Best Tool to Clean CI Grid

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I got a cast iron grid for my LBGE to use for grilling under high direct heat. I was disappointed to find that my Billy Bar, which works great on the standard wire grate, wouldn't even get the charred food remnants off the CI grid. It looks like the angle of the legs of the V and the groove at the base of the V just don't fit the shape of the CI grid rails.

I'd like to avoid using anything that just accumulates junk like a brush - any thought as to where I might look?
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  • StillH2OEgger
    StillH2OEgger Posts: 3,915
    I don't have a cast iron grid, but have you dried balled up foil?
    Stillwater, MN
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  • daved
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    Balled up foil works well on stainless steel grate but leaves a coating of aluminum dust on the grid (maybe due to the abrasive surface of the CI). Since I'd rather not eat that, I have to then clean the grid again with water. I'd prefer something like the Billy Bar that fits the rails of the CI grid and cleans the debris off enough for use without messing with washing, etc.
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459

    Works on all surface including tile, hardwood, granite, cast iron and skin. 
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  • Carolina Q
    Carolina Q Posts: 14,831
    I use heat. 

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

    Michael 
    Central Connecticut 

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  • Botch
    Botch Posts: 17,472
    I only use my CI grid flat-side up: holds delicate food like squash and fish better, provides wider grill marks, and easy to clean with just about anything.  Yes, some food/sauces drip down onto the triangular faces on the bottom side, but I'll be honest I just don't worry about it.  

    Finland has more than 1 sauna for every 2 citizens.  

    Ogden, UT, USA


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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,479
    Are you even the least bit handy with a saw and a small board? Then measure the the width and height of the grill sections and saw "Vs" to match the surface to be cleaned. I would cut at least 3 or 4. They do not have to be perfect as use will shape them perfectly. If you start with an badly encrusted CI grate then you may need to take a putty knife and knock off the bad stuff first time around. BTW cleaning with your new wooden tool is best done while the grill is still hot or at least warm. 
    BTW here is one I whipped out for my rod style recently.

    Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    theyolksonyou said:

    Works on all surface including tile, hardwood, granite, cast iron and skin. 
    Do not bring that beast next weekend!  We don't have the surface area!
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • daved
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    RRP said:
    Are you even the least bit handy with a saw and a small board? Then measure the the width and height of the grill sections and saw "Vs" to match the surface to be cleaned. I would cut at least 3 or 4. They do not have to be perfect as use will shape them perfectly. If you start with an badly encrusted CI grate then you may need to take a putty knife and knock off the bad stuff first time around. BTW cleaning with your new wooden tool is best done while the grill is still hot or at least warm. 
    BTW here is one I whipped out for my rod style recently.

    Very nice solution!
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  • Botch
    Botch Posts: 17,472
    theyolksonyou said:

    Works on all surface including tile, hardwood, granite, cast iron and skin. 
    Let the grill cool first.  

    Finland has more than 1 sauna for every 2 citizens.  

    Ogden, UT, USA


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