Recent content by Joe G

Sorry, do I need a flare fitting and the elbow fitting? Just want to confirm. On the elbow fitting - the side that goes into the manifold, use tape or dope that end and the end that the hose goes into do not use tape or dope - is that correct?

Is there a pipe dope you specifically recommend? I have some "Oatey Great White pipe joint compound with PTFE" at the house I was thinking i could use. Says it's rated to 3000 psi.

Yes, LMichaels, I suppose you're right. I'm not an expert Weber gas grill restorer. I was simply trying to do a fun project with my dad and when I ordered the regulator I assumed I could just screw the part on. I should have done more research to understand that I needed to use pipe dope. Thank...

Thanks, Bruce. I appreciate you sending the link. Just to confirm, is it the 1/8" fitting that comes up when you click the link?

Based on a few questions, I’ve taken some additional pictures. I think I may have found the culprit; a large crack where the regulator attaches to the manifold. Someone please tell me this part is replaceable without buying a new manifold.

Thanks everyone for the feedback. I'm heading to my parents tonight to do a leak test, take some more pics and apply the pipe sealant. I assume the needle was off so the last time I was there I let it heat up for at least 10 minutes and it still was searing the food like I expected. Will post...

Thanks, Bruce. I plan to head over there this week at some point to try out some of those tests you point out. I'll also be sure to take an extra few pictures of the things you mention.

Thanks, LMichaels. It is struggling to reach 450-500 on the weber gauge. My 20-something year old Silver B buries the pin in no time and it excellent for steaks. That's a great point - I didn't use any pipe dope.

Hi everyone - This past spring I was on the lookout for an old weber to restore with my dad, as I had done one before and he loved. I searched craigslist for weeks without any luck and finally came across and pretty beat up genesis 1000 on the side of the road and threw it in the truck. After...

Thanks for providing that link! I'll give it a try tonight when I get home from work. Planning to grill some pizza :)

Here's a couple pictures of my few cooks. The Silver A has performed great. It gets very, very hot and cooks very evenly. I did a bunch of chicken breasts on sunday for meal prep for the week and each piece cook about the same - no hot or cold spots. I'm also happy I didn't spend even more time...

Got up early this morning and started putting everything back together. I'd say, "it fired right up" but unfortunately I bought the wrong ignitor (plastic clips instead of a nut to hold it in) so I used a long lighter - will be purchasing a new one this week. I was incredibly surprised when the...

Today I also spent about 1+ hours scrubbing the lid with 000 steel wood and simple green. The inside is not perfect, but I'm happy with how much I was able to remove. The exterior turned out great, except for one area on the top left side. Its a circular spot about 6" in diameter that just does...

I was able to get a good amount of work done today (thanks, decent weather). First, after letting degreaser soak for a few minutes, I used this rust remover attachment (best $7 I've spend so far) and my drill and cleaned up the firebox interior pretty good. Its not perfect, but I'm happy with...

I had planned to work on the interior of the firebox today degreasing and scraping and also spray painting the frame but it's a cold, ugly day here in Pittsburgh so I don't see myself getting much done. We've got a newborn in the house so I'm trying to do as much as I can outside.