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    Jon Tofte replied to the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux.
    That is an interesting combination of ideas. The one challenge is how many igniters can one switch handle? This Vieluxe has openings for...
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    Jon Tofte reacted to BPratt's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    That would probably open up better options for burner tubes. If each tube could be fitted with an igniter you wouldn’t need crossover...
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    Jon Tofte reacted to Josh Dekubber's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    I'm well aware. I collect them. They are very valuable to me. I think Jon still has some also.
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    Jon Tofte replied to the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux.
    I really like the simple C channel idea - made with a heavy grade of stainless. When you say “spacers” what exactly are you thinking of?
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    Jon Tofte reacted to R Chin's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    I think there is a simpler way for supports rather than the tabs that hold the saddles for the bars How about a C-channel with one leg...
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    Jon Tofte reacted to Paul Warner's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    Wow Jon, you love a challenge but i echo others view that you are the best man for this job! I am like many I'm sure watching with...
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    Jon Tofte reacted to R Chin's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    I picked up a stainless pot from ikea that replaced the original aluminum grease catcher - slightly smaller but still secure Your...
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    Jon Tofte reacted to LMichaels's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    Wow Jon, that thing is a monster! I'm gettin' the popcorn for this one. That is definitely gonna be a labor of love. I'm sure, if anyone...
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    Jon Tofte reacted to Cody Bratton's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    A hook and a retaining clip so it doesn’t rattle around, very detail oriented.
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    Jon Tofte reacted to Steve Hoch's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    Such a small detail, but I might start working on that sooner than later in the event it can't be saved for some reason. That would be a...
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    Jon Tofte reacted to Cody Bratton's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    I don’t think a darker charcoal grey would be bad though. Grey would be more subdued and subtle. Black would give it a bolder look, I think
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    Jon Tofte reacted to Steve Hoch's post in the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux with Like Like.
    Black without a doubt.
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    Jon Tofte replied to the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux.
    One last funny thing: In one of the Vieluxe threads, mention was made of a "roach clip." @Bruce correctly identified this as the match...
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    • Vieluxe roach clip closeup.JPEG
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    Jon Tofte replied to the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux.
    Pondering Points The few non-stainless parts on this grill look to be aluminum. They are all badly faded to a medium gray. My question...
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    Jon Tofte replied to the thread 56" Vieluxe Redux.
    I am guessing that mine is a first year Vieluxe and as time went on, they abandoned that manufacturing step. I don't know a lot about...
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