DanHoo
TVWBB Olympian
I don't think it has to be bigger. The copper lid above has some fine scratches outlining the current logo position.
I think I'll try a light sanding and see how it looks without the glossy.
I will just leave this here
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I think I'll try a light sanding and see how it looks without the glossy.
Steve Hoch
TVWBB Hall of Fame
Fine steel wool and car wax does a great job on the lids as far as fine scratches. Buffing compound works even better but now you have to pay attention to how aggressive you're being. Buff the wax off the lid after it dries, it will look brand new at least for a while.
Richard in NS
TVWBB Wizard
You might try spraying it silver and then sanding it like the old style. You would end up with the reverse colours, just “Weber” in silver instead of black like it is now.
DanHoo
TVWBB Olympian
Here you go Bruce. Not finished, but it's all the time I have for this tonight.
The chrome plating is thick, and the logo plate is not very flat. Hand sanding would have taken all night.
Used 150 grit on my orbital and it took about 25 mins to take the chrome and copper layers off. I still have some work to do to finish the sides.
After the plating was removed, I hand sanded with 180 220 and 400. It could use a little more time with 400 wet to finish it.
I didn't take a before picture, but it was worse than the shiny one in this pic.
I like that it doesn't reflect as much.
Even here the logo get's a lot of reflection, and I prefer the matte finish.
And it has a similar finish to KA
I think I will finish it with high temp gloss or semi gloss. I need to read the other thread to see what was used.
and I might as well link it here so I can find it later
HOW TO: Restore The Weber Emblem
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...
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Steve Hoch
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This is the way it looked after you sanded it, the after picture?
DanHoo
TVWBB Olympian
Yes, that is the after picture. Not finished yet. I still need to finish the sides.
Steve Hoch
TVWBB Hall of Fame
I'm actually surprised at how good it looks. I would probably just give it a coat of high heat clear after you finish the sides. It will really look good then.
Bruce
TVWBB 2-Star Olympian
Well, this is a first for my area. If this town wasn't so far away, I would probably throw out an offer on this grill. I have never seen one up here without serious rust in the cabinet....Usually a large portion of the cabinet floor is gone.
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LeeHarvey
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If you have to paint it at all, I'd definitely go semi-gloss. That satin finish looks awesome.
Seems like this style of badge would be extraordinarily easy to fill in the Kettle with red, too.
JohnG
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Is that a good price? One popped up about 4 hours from me in similar condition for $250.Well, this is a first for my area. If this town wasn't so far away, I would probably throw out an offer on this grill. I have never seen one up here without serious rust in the cabinet....Usually a large portion of the cabinet floor is gone.
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Jon Tofte
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
Yes, $150 is a great price for a stainless Platinum (‘04-‘05) given that the cabinet is not rusted. $250 would be fair if also not rusted inside and if for personal use. No room to rehab and flip at that price.
These are to me grills you want for yourself since the frame will last practically forever and for being fairly rare. Appreciated more by some of us who know the history than a typical buyer.
These are to me grills you want for yourself since the frame will last practically forever and for being fairly rare. Appreciated more by some of us who know the history than a typical buyer.
LeeHarvey
TVWBB Pro
Sometimes I feel like I’m not worthy of my grill. Then I look at her and I just smile.
TomRc
TVWBB Pro
Too bad I’m not a charcoal guy....this gas assist Performer is pretty much right in my back yard.
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Steve Hoch
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This is kind of cool because it's a skyline. It's in Belvedere, IL so a little over 100 mile round trip for me and only a two burner. 
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