Recent content by Pete M

Take a magnet to the store with you. What ever SS it sticks to is 430 grade. What it does not stick to is 304 grade SS. 304 uses nickel, and is more corrosion and rust resistant than 430, which contains iron. If you can find an older build of the Genesis in 304, grab it. If not, the quality...

Here's what I've learned about the model year changes. After a bit of an adventure, I bought an s-420 this past week. Originally went to buy a Genesis 320 in ss, but found Lowes was getting out of the 420 and had them on clearance for $999. Most stores were out or had floor models. Put a...

Do you know what model year you bought? I have a 2008 model, mfg'd in 2007. Handles are on top, magnets on bottom, but very solid. There was a change in the stainless steel in 2009. The 2011 model uses cast aluminum - perhaps to firm up the doors?