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Cracked XL - A Sad Day
BrueggeDad
Posts: 112
My XL base has a crack. Anyone know the best repair for it? I have submitted a warranty claim, but it's a sad day. It only lasted 2 years. 
XL BGE - Virginia
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No repair. It will make a nice planter though
~ John - Formerly known as ColtsFan - https://www.instagram.com/hoosier_egger
XL BGE, LG BGE, Med BGE, BGE Chiminea, KJ Jr, PK Original, Ardore Pizza Oven
Bloomington, IN - Hoo Hoo Hoo Hoosiers! -
Mine's been like that for maybe 18 months, doesn't seem to be leaking air or getting larger. I did get the warranteed base, just haven't swapped it out yet. I probably do need to make the switch now though.
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No big deal...just send your dealer a close up of the crack, a wider view and a picture of the receipt. The way the warranty is written you "may" have to pay shipping...depends on the dealer. I built a second XL from a cracked base, a cracked fire box and ring that were covered under warranty. Bought the newer high dome for all the warranty parts, used the low done on the Cracker. Cooks just fine..
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It should be covered by the lifetime warranty. Just contact BGE customer service and they will take care of it. I have had two domes replaced, and the fire ring no questions asked.
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Ouch, but that's what the warranty is for.
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I have a new base coming, but would like to repair this one. Hopefully to create a second cooker. Any ideas?XL BGE - Virginia
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It's not worth the fire risk, scrap it for a planter.Large BGE - McDonald, PA
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I have had to turn in both of my XL bases that cracked to get the new ones.
Northern Colorado Egghead since 2012.
XL BGE and a KBQ.
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I agree with RedSkip. Many repairs on eggs and plate setters are done with jb weld or something similar. Maybe I am worrying for nothing but I would not want any of those chemicals in my egg. If I had a cooler that was repaired with that stuff I don't think I would be concerned, but I imagine the heat in the egg would release some of those chemicals. Plus, who wants a duct taped egg?
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Not worth the risk of keeping it. I've never understood the mentality of using cracked parts for reuse-especially bases. If it's bad enough to complain and get warranty it should be bad enough not to reuse. But that's just my opinion and I'm sure others will disagree.
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You've got a free planter
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Sorry about your base, but please do not come on the BGE board asking for ways to fix a part they are replacing under warranty.
If you fix it, then fine, but don't throw BGE's nose in it. If people start doing this then instead of getting a cool planter and replacing when we find time BGE will make it policy to bring in the broken parts.Don't tell your problems to people. 80% of people don't care and 20% are glad you have them.
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I've replaced my XL base because of cracks a few times (The XL bases seem to be prone to crack). I wouldn't attempt to repair or reuse it. I sit one of my cracked bases on a 24x24 paver in the back yard and use it as a fire pit.
Lititz, PA – XL BGE
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I would fill it up with ice and put beer in it.
At least everyone would stop arguing over Yeti vs RTIC as a superior cooler."Brought to you by bourbon, bacon, and a series of questionable life decisions."
South of Nashville, TN
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I did same thing...built second backup xl with cracked base just for keeping things warm...like wrapped brisky or shoulder.dougcrann said:oNo big deal...just send your dealer a close up of the crack, a wider view and a picture of the receipt. The way the warranty is written you "may" have to pay shipping...depends on the dealer. I built a second XL from a cracked base, a cracked fire box and ring that were covered under warranty. Bought the newer high dome for all the warranty parts, used the low done on the Cracker. Cooks just fine..
I thought i was doing something wrong with bge and was the only one with cracked xl base...well maybe because of you guys and a few others ive spoken to bge should beef up its design on the base of xl... -
I must say I am disappointed it only lasted 2 years. I am thankful for the warranty though. Still it is a hassle if I'm going to have to replace it every couple of years.XL BGE - Virginia
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A house fire is a bigger hassle...be careful using a cracked egg.
-SMITTY
from SANTA CLARA, CA
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I've had my XL three with no issue. Even hit 700 last night. I've wrapped the thermo too without issue. Luck of the draw. Granted, I run 250 - 400 for an hour or so if I'm going to really heat it up. No full bore till the outside gets hot to the touch.BrueggeDad said:I must say I am disappointed it only lasted 2 years. I am thankful for the warranty though. Still it is a hassle if I'm going to have to replace it every couple of years.Don't tell your problems to people. 80% of people don't care and 20% are glad you have them.
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Booo....
Best of luck on the replacement - hope you're up and cooking in no time!Kansas City: Too Much City for One State - Missouri side
2 Large BGE's, Instant Pot, Anova Sous Vide, and a gas smoker...
Barbeque, Homebrew and Blues...
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