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Someone snatched the Vieluxe Anyone from here???

I tried the ole “pulse and glide” technique with my 06 Prius - it definitely works but takes a toll on your sanity and aggravates other drivers I got 54mpg lifetime average over 275k miles by driving the speed limit, looking ahead to smartly time stoplights and braking moderately to maximize...

I get by with 240v 16a Overnight charging gives much more flexibility 120v charging on Tesla only gets 70% efficiency for some reason 240v is always around 95% Also try to keep charge between 20% and 80% for battery cycle longevity - I actually run mine at 70% unless needed for a trip

From a usability standpoint: The upper shelf is awesome and folds out for a huge indirect area The grease collection is actually an 8” pot - superior to the smallish disposable pans on the summit The two side burners are 14kbtu - are much more robust and make the single Summit side burner feel...

Sounds like you are making a thorough assessment. Maybe the used BEV market will be even worse at lease end and you get an even better deal. Not sure who is eligible for rebates right now but don’t forget to consider that I know people with Hyundai/Kia and Mach-E and they are very happy too...

It feels like it runs hotter - may be due to more overall thermal mass - the grates are exactly the same (but without hinged access to summit smoker accessory) The valve plugs are different - summit (pic shown) has distinct ports whereas Vieluxe has slots (no pic) - not sure if it modulates...

Duh- I didn’t realize you guys were talking about a $200 listing in the curb alert thread Here are my thoughts on both listings: No one lists whether LP or NG Both thermometers are obviously more “off” than mine showing ambient at about 2 o’clock (mine shows 5 o’clock and is 150f low) Both 6...

I get it - both Priuses drove exactly like regular Toyotas whether in hybrid or EV mode and had similar “compression braking” feel when off pedal. The controls were laid out more or less the same on the steering wheel as Toyota and Lexus (I also own a 2000 Lexus Lx470) The point I was trying...

I don’t know if you’re familiar with Toyota’s stance on BEV, but they have been fighting the push towards all electric and lobbied extensively against the federal push/quotas. They resisted not because they are dominant in hybrids, but because they truly believed that an abrupt shift to BEVs...

So I really never liked the look of the oem igniter switches and decided to retrofit a lower profile switch. The switch fits and I have to swap the electronics module - perhaps even the electrodes if I can figure out some mounting solution. Here is what I got (only $12): Limited-time deal...

There is a Business Costco in Hayward (closest to Danville) - the selection is much less than they used to carry, but if they have it, you will not find it cheaper anywhere Another advantage of Business Costco is that they have real-time inventory of that location. Prices are listed as...

Brett - is that sear grate the Weber porcelain coated model? How do you keep it from rusting other than leaving the grease buildup? I might have switched to the original SS insert since searing was not really needed with wings…

My vieluxe came with some spare ignition parts so I didn’t need buttons I think this is the type of button you need if I’m understanding you correctly Aifeier ET Grill Igniter Button Cap Spark Generator Knob AA Battery Pulse Igniter Push Button Switch with Springs for Blackstone Replacement...

I used these Post in thread 'Vieluxe 44 Restoration' https://tvwbb.com/threads/vieluxe-44-restoration.98335/post-1149708

Check the valve ports again I had similar problem after cleaning and lubricating my valves but couldn’t see obstruction - finally cleared by rodding the port with welding tip cleaner

Well, I’m still running with the original Weber flavorizer bars on my OG Summit 450 - and I’ve gone through about 3 sets of burners over those 20ish years The Weber bars are 18ga and noticeably lighter than Dave Santana’s bars @16ga that he fabricated for my Vieluxe I think the difference is...

I smoked pork chops on the Vieluxe for a couple hours around 120-150f using only the smoker burner then increased temp with a main burner until internal temp got over 140f Then seared on wsk with vortex clone - lots of smoke flavor (sorry forgot to take additional pics of finished product)

By the time thighs hit 160f the breasts were already over 180 They finished much darker than the pic shown but I was unable to get a good shot because it was after sunset Both birds weighed 8lb total - I didn’t recall how much each weighed though - it was a two pack I used Turbo Trusser - I...

The breast got up to temp faster than thighs with the IR burner on and outside burners on low. Next time I’ll try butt to butt to try to even out the heating. Also, I only marinated for 5 hr and the flavor didn’t penetrate well. I assumed the sauce with egg would stick better during basting...

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