Nobody Using Q Grills?


 
I'm definitely not trying to offend anyone with my dislike for cast iron in a barbecue. I know a lot of people like it a lot. I used to prefer cast iron also
 
No worries here. Sadly the way the Q series was engineered they're the only thing that works properly. Bruce and I found some 4mm thick SS that is laser cut to mimic the CI ones but the CI still works better
 
A Genesis 3000 just came up and I'm trying to go pick it up. It's hard not to when the $50 asking price is less than the cover and the propane tank that comes with it. After factoring that in the entire Genesis 3000 is essentially free. Or maybe that's what I tell myself LOL. Anyways I will get one of these Q grills at some point for sure. I think it would be nice to be able to grill on my tailgate while I'm working on x000 grills.
 
Yah, I would not pay more than $50 for a Q grill unless it was in REALLY good condition. At least that is the market around here. Q rehabs don't do real well either so even if I see a good deal on one, I usually pass.
 
Bruce said:
Yah, I would not pay more than $50 for a Q grill unless it was in REALLY good condition. At least that is the market around here. Q rehabs don't do real well either so even if I see a good deal on one, I usually pass.
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Exactly why I haven't picked one up yet. Even if it's brand new I'm only looking for an extremely good deal. It's a luxury I could live without but would be fun to play around with if I can get one for the right price.
 
FWIW here is the link to those made in Germany 304SS grates I could not find before
www.ebay.com

Edelstahl Grillroste und Grillplatten passend Weber Q100 Q200 Q300 Baureihe | eBay

Die Grillplatte ist ideal für Bacon, Eier und Pancakes aber auch Gemüse und Fleisch können darauf einfach zubereitet werden. Durch die massive Materialstärke wird die Hitze sehr gut gespeichert. Grillrost Q100/Q1000 Baureihe - Einteilig.
www.ebay.com
 
Josh, I know you are saying you don't like cast iron, but chiming in with some others, they just work so well with the Q grills, and as @LMichaels has noted the cast iron is really part of the engineering of these wonderful grills. I think if you take care of a GOOD set of cast iron grates, you can expect to get 3 or 4 years out of them. Worth it in my book. Give it a try!

As far as which grill, the new 2800 looks really awesome and a great compromise offering power with portability. If you just want a deck grill, then get yourself a used Q320/3200. These have plenty of power as well, the same 2-burner versatility and about as much grilling space as a "classic" Genesis. There are some great deals on these if you keep looking.
 
Jon Tofte said:
Josh, I know you are saying you don't like cast iron, but chiming in with some others, they just work so well with the Q grills, and as @LMichaels has noted the cast iron is really part of the engineering of these wonderful grills. I think if you take care of a GOOD set of cast iron grates, you can expect to get 3 or 4 years out of them. Worth it in my book. Give it a try!

As far as which grill, the new 2800 looks really awesome and a great compromise offering power with portability. If you just want a deck grill, then get yourself a used Q320/3200. These have plenty of power as well, the same 2-burner versatility and about as much grilling space as a "classic" Genesis. There are some great deals on these if you keep looking.
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Thank you Jon!
I have my eye out.
Most of the used ones I come across need grates replaced because they're rusted and deteriorating. I don't want to end up with it in my family's food. Obviously if it's free or cheap I could buy grates for it though.
 
Josh,

This Qlimetal cast iron grate would be my first choice for a replacement grate. Not cheap at the current $59, but I have bought this one before and felt it was very good. No shiny coating that easily chips off:


For ten bucks less (with the 5% coupon that shows right now), this one LOOKS to be about the same and has good reviews. I just personally trust Qlimetal above any of the other Asian import grill part companies.

 
Jon Tofte said:
Josh,

This Qlimetal cast iron grate would be my first choice for a replacement grate. Not cheap at the current $59, but I have bought this one before and felt it was very good. No shiny coating that easily chips off:


For ten bucks less (with the 5% coupon that shows right now), this one LOOKS to be about the same and has good reviews. I just personally trust Qlimetal above any of the other Asian import grill part companies.

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Thanks Jon
I really like QuliMetal. I have bought a lot of stuff from them and been impressed with the quality. Especially compared to the competitors.
 
So, if you can find a bombed out Q300 for next to nothing, put a new Qlimetal burner set and grates in it, and maybe have to replace the igniter, the rest is just elbow grease and paint. You will then have a VERY sweet, large size Q grill - new where it needs to be - and bigger than a new Q2800 for a lot less $.
 
Jon Tofte said:
So, if you can find a bombed out Q300 for next to nothing, put a new Qlimetal burner set and grates in it, and maybe have to replace the igniter, the rest is just elbow grease and paint. You will then have a VERY sweet, large size Q grill - new where it needs to be - and bigger than a new Q2800 for a lot less $.
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I will definitely keep my eye out and consider my options on different models based on their prices
 
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