Greg Part
TVWBB Fan
Hello All,
I'm going to replace the original burner tubes on my 2008 Genesis E-310 this week as the flame appeared quite "orange-ey" when doing my seasonal check a couple of weeks ago. I purchased this Genesis new in 2008 (it IS a 2008 model - verified through SN info provided here on tvwbb as well as Weber). I purchased new burner tubes 2 weeks ago (3 tubes and the cross-over tube) from grillparts.com (part # 67820). As I'm not much of a DIYer, I thought I'd ask if there is anything I need to be particularly aware of that is either hard, tricky or requires a lot of attention during disassembly / assembly? I did check the screws / bolts inside the fire box that the burner tubes slide under (opposite of the manifold) and they're NOT frozen in place. I do have the original owner manual which includes instructions for inspecting / cleaning and testing the burners (and maybe replacing?).
Everything on the grill is original except for "Grill Grates" brand grates (5 years ago - I still have the original cast iron grates), Weber starter module (2 years ago - forgot to take the battery out, it leaked and froze in the plastic battery holder which broke when attempting removal of the battery), a cotter pin (rusted & broke) for a lid hinge-pin and new Weber SS flavorizer bars. I've always kept it out of the elements under an eave on the patio during Spring, Summer and early Fall and covered during late Fall and Winter with its cover under the eave or in the patio storage. I really do take great pride in owning this grill and try to take really good care of it. BTW, I followed tvwbb guide for cleaning and lubricating the gas valves last year and it worked GREAT (although I will need to re-center the valve stems with the plastic tool that was included with the grill).
Any advice, guidance or help with my planned burner tube would sure be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
G
I'm going to replace the original burner tubes on my 2008 Genesis E-310 this week as the flame appeared quite "orange-ey" when doing my seasonal check a couple of weeks ago. I purchased this Genesis new in 2008 (it IS a 2008 model - verified through SN info provided here on tvwbb as well as Weber). I purchased new burner tubes 2 weeks ago (3 tubes and the cross-over tube) from grillparts.com (part # 67820). As I'm not much of a DIYer, I thought I'd ask if there is anything I need to be particularly aware of that is either hard, tricky or requires a lot of attention during disassembly / assembly? I did check the screws / bolts inside the fire box that the burner tubes slide under (opposite of the manifold) and they're NOT frozen in place. I do have the original owner manual which includes instructions for inspecting / cleaning and testing the burners (and maybe replacing?).
Everything on the grill is original except for "Grill Grates" brand grates (5 years ago - I still have the original cast iron grates), Weber starter module (2 years ago - forgot to take the battery out, it leaked and froze in the plastic battery holder which broke when attempting removal of the battery), a cotter pin (rusted & broke) for a lid hinge-pin and new Weber SS flavorizer bars. I've always kept it out of the elements under an eave on the patio during Spring, Summer and early Fall and covered during late Fall and Winter with its cover under the eave or in the patio storage. I really do take great pride in owning this grill and try to take really good care of it. BTW, I followed tvwbb guide for cleaning and lubricating the gas valves last year and it worked GREAT (although I will need to re-center the valve stems with the plastic tool that was included with the grill).
Any advice, guidance or help with my planned burner tube would sure be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
G