I really like my Genesis ii LX grills. They work great. They are made in America and are pretty good grills but I am just using them temporarily. My 1000s and Jr's are with me for the long haul. I'm confident nothing will ever be built as good as a classic Genesis.
Nothing will ever beat the old ones.
Something kind of "rustic" here I sort of like. What if you simply sanded and oiled the originals? Might be a pretty decent look
I could definitely appreciate that rustic look but the wood is pretty weak and deteriorating. I want to build my personal grills to outlive me. I'm excited to get working with my ipe ironwood. I've been looking forward to it. It's my favorite part of these builds. Doing this wood work from scratch. I'm kind of a purest when it comes to these classic Weber's except for the woodwork being my area of creativity. Or maybe just some other very subtle changes that look like they could be Factory original.
I didn't realize from the photo it was that bad. Too bad though. I think it may have been an interesting look
I have simply sanded down and done a clear on slats that weren't in as bad of shape and I did like the way it turned out.
I used Hank’s idea as well. Cool adaptation
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Absolutely! I'm thankfulI used Hank’s idea as well. Cool adaptation
Josh,
Thank you, Josh!
Jon I can't say for sure that it would be better. Also I have not used that exact brand of marine spar varnish. The differences I noticed was a clearer harder finish but still flexible enough to avoid peeling and cracking. Application was easier and faster with quicker dry time. This was just my experience from my limited testing and I did still find the Marine spar varnish to be an excellent product. I just preferred the 450. I think if you found one that you really like I see no reason to change unless you're looking for something different. I still have a lot more testing I would like to do. There's a lot of products out there and I'm not a professional woodworker. Just a hobbyist that enjoys doing it.Thank you, Josh!
Looks like a good product. Why do you think it would be better than my favorite:
McCloskey Man O’ War Marine Spar Varnish Wood Finishes, 1 qt - Walmart.com
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I use razor blades but I'm careful with my angle that I use them and I also use 0000 steel wool which does not scratch the porcelain. Just don't use Scotch Brite on it because that will scratch it. Changing your razor blades often helps also. I use quite a few.
Thanks Josh, this really helps, I suspected my angle and blade condition scratched the inside of my B lid. I think I need to go back to my old cheap flat tool (pictured on right) that allows a more shallow angle and I need to change blades more often. In the middle of the clean I noticed a cracked blade which I'm sure didn't help. I think I need to go slower and be more careful. Fortunately it's a dump rescue for a block party but I want to do a much better job on the next one. Another question - do you use any oven cleaners on the inside of the porcelain to soften crud up before you scrape and use the 0000 steel wool?I use razor blades but I'm careful with my angle that I use them and I also use 0000 steel wool which does not scratch the porcelain. Just don't use Scotch Brite on it because that will scratch it. Changing your razor blades often helps also. I use quite a few.
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I actually don't use any cleaners in the beginning. I think a lot of people do though and have good luck. Some people pre-soak some people pressure wash. I don't do anything before. Same with the cook box and lid caps. I'll scrape out the big chunks real quick but other than that I just get to it and after I'm done then I degrease the film left behind.
Thanks Josh, I appreciate hearing about your techniques. It sounds like there are different ways that work for different people and projects. Also, every grill has had a different history of use and wear and tear.
