Ron G.
TVWBB Wizard
I know that this flags me as a bit of an old-timer, and maybe I'm a bit out-of-touch with modern Weber kettle grills - anyway:
As far as I know, the "older" Weber kettles had the three individually-adjustable vents - much like the WSM. The "newer" models (except maybe Smokey Joe) all appear to have the single-lever and 3-bladed vent / ash scraper thing..
Q1. Is this correct? Can you (still) get an 18" or larger with the 3 vents?
Q2. For those who have used both - do you see any big pros & cons to either arrangement?
The new arrangement (with screw-on ash catcher) looks a bit more wind-resistant / less ash blowing around. But my guess is that the old vents allow better regulation??
As far as I know, the "older" Weber kettles had the three individually-adjustable vents - much like the WSM. The "newer" models (except maybe Smokey Joe) all appear to have the single-lever and 3-bladed vent / ash scraper thing..
Q1. Is this correct? Can you (still) get an 18" or larger with the 3 vents?
Q2. For those who have used both - do you see any big pros & cons to either arrangement?
The new arrangement (with screw-on ash catcher) looks a bit more wind-resistant / less ash blowing around. But my guess is that the old vents allow better regulation??