Recent content by Barry S in NY

The pen springs cut to size works, valve knobs have recoil and hold in place ! Grill starts and all three burners are working. Thanks again! B.

Q I’ll need two as springs shot on both, the only one that works is the starter. I’ll give the ball point springs a try and get back to you. Thanks

Trying springs from ball point pens from the local bank. Don’t rip apart anything just yet , hoping it works. Thanks again

Q Cut up some springs to size of the good one, it seems to be stronger compression. Will give it a go later and let you know the results, might be tomorrow have appts today. Thanks again.

That might work, good idea, will give it a go.

Looks like it’s 1/2 “ x 1/8 “

Pics of the valve parts, only one spring in three is complete.

I will get some pics of my disassembled valves out in the next few days. Thanks B.

Bruce, If at all possible would prefer to do it “on the cheap” . Checked my local buy nothing site on FB and came up blank. Weber has a replacement manifold at discount rate of $90 including shipping. Replacement valves cost between 25 and 36, I need at least 2 valves. need might go for the...

i've tried PB blaster, propane torch, vise grips etc. the penetrating oil isn't getting down to the threads as the old drip tray piece is stuck under the screw head. i might get ahold of the smallest easy out bolt extractor or just drill and tap the hole. thanks

pulled apart my 22 yr old 1000, and need to remove the rusted screws from the fire box. can't seem to find the info on this topic. viewed it before becoming a member, any assistance is gratefully appreciated. thanks in advance