Unknown BBQ WSM Hinge

[JimF]

Why the step drill bit? Looking at HD & Lowes sites they appear to cost as much as the hinge itself...

 

[THoey]

Supposed to be cleaner hole with less chance of chipping / cracking the porcelain. I had a step bit, but it wasn't the right size. I just went from 1/8 to 1/4 drill bits. Got a little chip, not down to the metal, and it is hidden under the bracket.

 

[JeffG]

Anybody put the hinge on a 22 WSM with caster wheels on it? Any problems?
I bought the wheels with brakes so it shouldn't be a problem as long as i remember to lock the wheels.

 

[Dan Francis]

Why the step drill bit? Looking at HD & Lowes sites they appear to cost as much as the hinge itself...

Get a set from harbor Freight. I have used them many times, they work great and nice to have around for odd jobs.

http://www.harborfreight.com/3-piece-titanium-nitride-coated-high-speed-steel-step-drills-91616.html

 

[Mike DiMaggio]

Anybody put the hinge on a 22 WSM with caster wheels on it? Any problems?
I bought the wheels with brakes so it shouldn't be a problem as long as i remember to lock the wheels.

i put mine on my 22 with wheels and never had a problem.

 

[Dann B]

You can get a cheaper step drill at Harbor Frieght. I have them on 2 of my 4 WSM's, the ones we use competing. They are great. I can see no reason having caster wheels would be an issue, you just have tp pay attention to the instructions, and make sure that when you are using it, the hinge is aligned with one of the legs. If not, it could tip over

 

[Jim Lampe]

here's mine.... sitting on the kitchen table right next to me....

plan is to install it this weekend, but if not tomorrow, it'll be another week or so.
Sunday's high temp is forecasted at 9ºF