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Heavy Gauge XXL-style Grate for L/XL?
SonVolt
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Saw an XXL up close over the weekend and was surprised how heavy duty the stainless grate was compared to my XL. They looked to be 1/4" thick stainless bar. Anyone know if you can get these for other sizes? Would love to have one on my XL.
South of Nashville - BGE XL - Alfresco 42" ALXE - Alfresco Versa Burner - Sunbeam Microwave
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Thank you,DarianGalveston Texas
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Thank you,DarianGalveston Texas
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Awesome, thank you.South of Nashville - BGE XL - Alfresco 42" ALXE - Alfresco Versa Burner - Sunbeam Microwave
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Great Info, thanks.Photo Egg said:Tampa Bay, Florida -
Thanks for the link.
Large Egg with adjustable rig, Kick Ash Basket, Minimax and various Weber's.
Floyd Va -
Just curious, what would be the advantage to the thicker gauge?
Rockwall, Tx LBGE, Minimax, 22" Blackstone, Pizza Party Bollore. Cast Iron Hoarder.
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Functionally, I guess it would make for better grill marks than the stock grate... without the hassle of cast iron. But really i just like the heft of it. My gas grill has the same 1/2" thick stainless bars and it sure looks pretty.South of Nashville - BGE XL - Alfresco 42" ALXE - Alfresco Versa Burner - Sunbeam Microwave
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Photo Egg said:
I sent an email yesterday and haven't heard back. I wonder if he's still in business.South of Nashville - BGE XL - Alfresco 42" ALXE - Alfresco Versa Burner - Sunbeam Microwave -
Love mine. It's a beastBiggreenpharmacist said:"The pig is an amazing animal. You feed a pig an apple and it makes bacon. Let's see Michael Phelps do that" - Jim Gaffigan
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Biggreenpharmacist said:
Dang, don't see one listed for the XL.South of Nashville - BGE XL - Alfresco 42" ALXE - Alfresco Versa Burner - Sunbeam Microwave -
The 3rd party stainless grates were a great improvement over the original BGE grate back when they were porcelain coated. The porcelain would chip off and the grate would rust.TEXASBGE2018 said:Just curious, what would be the advantage to the thicker gauge?
With all the other grill companies using stainless as their standard grates, BGE also upgraded. Now there is not big reason to go custom. Yes, they look awesome and make pretty grill marks. But they are heavy and also reduce air flow compared to the standard grate. Just my 2 cents.Thank you,DarianGalveston Texas -
@SonVolt, let us know if you hear back. I am interested as well.
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Have you ever actually used the flip up grid?WeberWho said:
Love mine. It's a beastBiggreenpharmacist said: -
I have commented to Tom @CGS that I wished they made a cooking grid for the XL since the grids that come with the AR are better quality and clean up is easy in comparison to stock BGE grid. Going to look at ordering one. Thanks for posting.Tyler, TX XL BGE 2016, KJ Classic 2019, MES, 18.5 WSM, Akorn Jr, 36"&17" Black Stone, Adj Rig, Woo, Grill Grates, SS Smokeware Cap, KAB, FB 300, Thermapen
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The flip up grid isn't a strong selling point when paired with the egg. I could maybe see it being beneficial when paired up with other grills. I can only recall using it a couple times when forgetting to throw in some chips or small chunks before a cook.DoubleEgger said:
Have you ever actually used the flip up grid?WeberWho said:
Love mine. It's a beastBiggreenpharmacist said:
I ended up getting the grid from another egger for a bag of Rockwood. $140 is alot of coin for a grid. I'm not sure if I would have bought it on a whim. I really like it though. The $140 is much more justifiable since I've put it to work the past couple years. It's big and heavy. It doesn't move around in the egg and is easy to clean. The grid screams quality. It makes me wish they made one for my small BGE."The pig is an amazing animal. You feed a pig an apple and it makes bacon. Let's see Michael Phelps do that" - Jim Gaffigan
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Trying the text method as I’m in a meeting. Will see if he replies.
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cookingdude555 said:Trying the text method as I’m in a meeting. Will see if he replies.
I also texted him and he never replied. He did reply yesterday to my email though. He is still very much in business. $220 + shipping for the all 3/8" thick stainless rod without hinge with 1/2" spacing.
Does anyone know off the top of their head if the stock grate is 1/2" spacing?South of Nashville - BGE XL - Alfresco 42" ALXE - Alfresco Versa Burner - Sunbeam Microwave -
Bumping this back up. I've been trying to get in hold of the guy too. No response. Anyone know where else I can buy something like this?XL BGE and Kamado Joe Jr.
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I refuse to chase someone down to give them business!South of Columbus, Ohio.
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Grill grates. Just saying.
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Just not into the idea of grilling on an aluminum grate.XL BGE and Kamado Joe Jr.
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I have one of Michael’s Custom Grills...it’s the 1/4 Spacing. What size is your Egg?Tyler, TX XL BGE 2016, KJ Classic 2019, MES, 18.5 WSM, Akorn Jr, 36"&17" Black Stone, Adj Rig, Woo, Grill Grates, SS Smokeware Cap, KAB, FB 300, Thermapen
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I think a ton of restaurants use aluminum fry/sauté pans over an open flame. Also, I’m not a chemist, but I believe there are some real bad things that can be generated from hot work on SS. Just need to use some common sense caution.speed51133 said:Just not into the idea of grilling on an aluminum grate. -
QUAL612 I have an XL egg. I am not on the "aluminum is toxic" bandwagon, but there is lots of data out there saying it is bad. Just google search "is cooking with aluminum toxic". I also just don't see aluminum lasting use and abuse. Plus, SS is WAY better in terms of maintaining a sterile environment and preventing "real bad things" as you put it.XL BGE and Kamado Joe Jr.
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Google “ is cooking on SS healthy “speed51133 said:QUAL612 I have an XL egg. I am not on the "aluminum is toxic" bandwagon, but there is lots of data out there saying it is bad. Just google search "is cooking with aluminum toxic". I also just don't see aluminum lasting use and abuse. Plus, SS is WAY better in terms of maintaining a sterile environment and preventing "real bad things" as you put it.
it it appears as though we just need to eat raw stuff. I know, aluminum is only good for making foil hats. -
I did, and it seems as though aluminum carries FAR MORE risks than stainless steel. Aluminum is also WAY softer, bends easier, cuts/dings easier, and generally not as durable.pgprescott said:
Google “ is cooking on SS healthy “speed51133 said:QUAL612 I have an XL egg. I am not on the "aluminum is toxic" bandwagon, but there is lots of data out there saying it is bad. Just google search "is cooking with aluminum toxic". I also just don't see aluminum lasting use and abuse. Plus, SS is WAY better in terms of maintaining a sterile environment and preventing "real bad things" as you put it.
it it appears as though we just need to eat raw stuff. I know, aluminum is only good for making foil hats.XL BGE and Kamado Joe Jr. -
If you are hung up on this, that’s fine but you should really look closer. It’s a phenomenal product.
speed51133 said:
I did, and it seems as though aluminum carries FAR MORE risks than stainless steel. Aluminum is also WAY softer, bends easier, cuts/dings easier, and generally not as durable.pgprescott said:
Google “ is cooking on SS healthy “speed51133 said:QUAL612 I have an XL egg. I am not on the "aluminum is toxic" bandwagon, but there is lots of data out there saying it is bad. Just google search "is cooking with aluminum toxic". I also just don't see aluminum lasting use and abuse. Plus, SS is WAY better in terms of maintaining a sterile environment and preventing "real bad things" as you put it.
it it appears as though we just need to eat raw stuff. I know, aluminum is only good for making foil hats. -
Looks like you quickly jumped on that bandwagon.speed51133 said:
I did, and it seems as though aluminum carries FAR MORE risks than stainless steel. Aluminum is also WAY softer, bends easier, cuts/dings easier, and generally not as durable.pgprescott said:
Google “ is cooking on SS healthy “speed51133 said:QUAL612 I have an XL egg. I am not on the "aluminum is toxic" bandwagon, but there is lots of data out there saying it is bad. Just google search "is cooking with aluminum toxic". I also just don't see aluminum lasting use and abuse. Plus, SS is WAY better in terms of maintaining a sterile environment and preventing "real bad things" as you put it.
it it appears as though we just need to eat raw stuff. I know, aluminum is only good for making foil hats.
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