When did Weber introduce the ash catcher on the 18.5" WSM?


 

Stefan H

TVWBB Guru
I have an older WSM with no ash catcher at the bottom. Not sure what year mine is. I got it used last year. What year did Weber change that design and introduce the ash catcher? Thx
 
It was introduced in the fall of 2008 for the 2009 model. However, it's not really an ash catcher.
It is actually a heat shield to protect from damaging areas underneath the smoker, such as decks
and patios.
 
Thanks Dave. That makes sense. I always wondered because the vents are too far out to let the ash fall into that pan. Unless the newer model would have a center ash release opening.
 

 

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