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UPDATED 9/18/20: A demonstration of how to replace the regulator in a Weber Genesis 1000 propane gas grill.

WHAT: This is a How To on bypassing (replacing) the regulator on a Q grill for use on a bulk propane tank. WHY: The regulators on Weber Q grills are notorious for dying, making noises, malfunctioning and other problems. Replacement regulators typically cost $50 or more for a new one. This is...

I actually painted a couple of axles and bought one. Now I do this. I look like Michael Jordan playing ball while I'm cleaning axles :) Man I must be bored today.

WHAT: This is a How To on how to restore the emblem on a Weber gas grill lid. WHY: To restore the emblem to like-new condition. WHAT YOU NEED: Basic tools like straight-blade screwdriver and needle-nose pliers Stiff bristle brush Solvent like lacquer thinner High temp gloss or semi-gloss...

WHAT: This is a How To on cleaning the outside of a Weber Genesis gas grill lid WHY: To remove built-up grease and grime, returning the porcelain enamel surface to its original shine. Note that this cleaning process does not remove white spot fading that sometimes develops in the porcelain...

WHAT: This is a How To on removing the slide rail screws on the older Genesis cook boxes that have corroded in and typically wind up being twisted off. WHY: It is extremely difficult and time consuming if not impossible to get these screws out without twisting at least one or more of them off...

Thanks to LMichaels and this thread for motivating me to shoot this video and fix my own sticky gas valves. https://virtualwebergasgrill.com/2017/05/cleaning-lubricating-weber-gas-grill-valves/

WHAT: This is a How To on Cleaning Weber Gas Grill Burner Tubes WHY: To bring back the even flame and performance of your gunked up Weber burner tubes. You really only need to clean up the burner hole area, but I do the whole top of the tubes for my flip grills as it makes them look more...

WHAT: This is a How To on cleaning the inside of a Weber Genesis gas grill lid WHY: This is not normally necessary for a typical cleaning on a Weber gas grill. It would be for someone looking to restore their personal grill or rehabbing a grill for resale. It really makes it stand out against...

WHAT: This is a How To on replacing the frame cross member on the left side of the fire box on Genesis Silver/Gold and 1000-5000 WHY: This part of the frame is a problem area that attracts substantial rust due to being next to the fire box heat. The rust is centered around the bolt area that...