Another source for handles for the WSM


 
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Dick Woodward

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At https://www.virtualweberbullet.com/adding-handles-cooking-section/, Steve Kalousek mounted vertical handles using the holes that mount the grill straps. This is a great idea if you do not (or don't have the equipment) to drill holes in the WSM. Unfortunately, the handles that he used are no longer available, and needed bending anyway. It turns out that Prime-Line GD 52130 handles (about $10 for a set of 2) fit perfectly with no bending or other modifications - it even uses the original bolt!. Just be sure that when you install a handle, you leave the nuts finger tight until both bolts are in - this lets you get the second bolt in more easily (there is some play in the holes).
 
Dick Woodward said:
there is some play in the holes
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Play in the holes is a bit of a science at Weber because different pieces heat up and expand and contract at different rates. As you look closely, you will see lots of ingenious features that hold the grills together while allowing the parts to slide against each other.
 
Zinc Plated galvanized steel ? Not sure I'd want galvanized on a cooker, even the outside.

Galvanized fumes are released when the galvanized metal reaches a certain temperature. This temperature varies by the galvanization process used. In long-term, continuous exposure, the recommended maximum temperature for hot-dip galvanized steel is 392 F (200 C), according to the American Galvanizers Association.

above from here: https://www.bucket-outlet.com/Is-Galvanized-Steel-Toxic.htm

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GD 52130 - Bottom Lift Handle (6" Roll Grip)

Handle
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Scott Smith said:
Play in the holes is a bit of a science at Weber because different pieces heat up and expand and contract at different rates. As you look closely, you will see lots of ingenious features that hold the grills together while allowing the parts to slide against each other.
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The play is due to the holes in the handles, which are 6 - 1/4 inches on center. The beauty of these handles is that you don't have to make additional holes in the cooker.
 
DanHoo said:
Zinc Plated galvanized steel ? Not sure I'd want galvanized on a cooker, even the outside.

Galvanized fumes are released when the galvanized metal reaches a certain temperature. This temperature varies by the galvanization process used. In long-term, continuous exposure, the recommended maximum temperature for hot-dip galvanized steel is 392 F (200 C), according to the American Galvanizers Association.

above from here: https://www.bucket-outlet.com/Is-Galvanized-Steel-Toxic.htm

www.primeline.net

GD 52130 - Bottom Lift Handle (6" Roll Grip)

Handle
www.primeline.net www.primeline.net
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Your point is well taken, and would be applicable if this was a high-temperature oven. In a smoker, the temperature range is typically 225 - 275 F - well below the temperature maximum recommended above. Additionally, these handles are on the outside, so any fumes released would be diluted by the atmosphere.
 
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DanHoo said:
here's one in painted steel. also 6 1/4 inch centers, but it doesn't look quite as nice as the rolled handle.

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If it is not high-temperature paint, it has the potential to burn, blister and emit fumes - possibly at a temperature that the smoker might actually reach.
 
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