I've been a happy original owner of a Silver B since 2000. In the span of 24 years I've only replaced the burners twice, the flavorizer bars once (maybe twice), the ignitor several times, and the grates twice I think. Current grates are the Weber stainless, but not the solid rod style.; so they need to be upgraded. Aside from that and some basic cleaning once in a while; I've not had to do much to it. I've been noticing the temps not very even lately and it's not heating up as well as it used to so I've been thinking of a new grill. The frame is also needing some work; where the wire basket underneath attaches underneath is rusting away a little. I need to investigate that a bit more by doing a more thorough disassembly and cleaning.
I've decided it's time for a new grill and in my research on new grills (mostly Weber and Napoleon; but more on that in a bit) I ran across this site. This is my first post here, but I've read a lot of good threads and found information and answers to a lot of my questions. In reading some of those threads I came up with a few more questions, both on the restoration of the Silver B and in choosing a new grill.
Silver B: Green Enamel
- While I've replaced the grates and some other things, I've never replaced the regulator or touched the valves/valve body at all. Could those contribute to the poor heating?
- I ran across references to the RCPlanebuyer/Burlingame Craigslist ads for Flavorizers and new grates. Still a good source? Are they more than other sources and worth it?
- Other tips for the frame repair?
- While researching the other new grills (new Genesis and Prestige 500) I saw mention of how the older Silver B E/W burner layout is better for Rotisserie cooking. While I've not done rotisserie before I'm thinking I might try it out. Wondering if then the Silver B would be a good grill to set up for that and not worry about needing that feature on a new grill (Prestige 500 for instance)
New Grill:
- Biggest thing always on the Silver B even from new was lack of really good searing ability, so was happy to see that improved on the new Webers.
- First look was toward the new Weber Genesis line probably the SA-E-330 style for the sear zone
- I read thru the recent thread on the Genesis Smart grill and gained some additional info there on this years vs last years models.
- I also find the Weber Crafted interesting for its potential, so the extra storage of the 330 cabinet would be useful. The side burner on the Weber not really a must have.
- Also on the Weber it appears the way to go is for at least the 7mm stainless grates and if possible the 9mm. but the 9mm are available for $271 from Weber either way later.
I've looked at the different reviews and comparisons for Weber Genesis and Napoleon Prestige 500 (and Rogue XT/SE), Embers Youtube etc.
- Found the IR Side burner on the Napoleon really interesting and appealing and seems to get good reviews. sounds like it's way ahead of the Weber sear zone, is that true and a big consideration?
- I don't see a lot of real comparisons/thoughts on the Napoleon Rogue vs Prestige. Any thoughts there?
Sorry for the long post, thanks for indulging me. Appreciate any thoughts or insight. At times I think I've decided on the Prestige 500, but then come back to Weber and the great experience I've had with mine.
I've decided it's time for a new grill and in my research on new grills (mostly Weber and Napoleon; but more on that in a bit) I ran across this site. This is my first post here, but I've read a lot of good threads and found information and answers to a lot of my questions. In reading some of those threads I came up with a few more questions, both on the restoration of the Silver B and in choosing a new grill.
Silver B: Green Enamel
- While I've replaced the grates and some other things, I've never replaced the regulator or touched the valves/valve body at all. Could those contribute to the poor heating?
- I ran across references to the RCPlanebuyer/Burlingame Craigslist ads for Flavorizers and new grates. Still a good source? Are they more than other sources and worth it?
- Other tips for the frame repair?
- While researching the other new grills (new Genesis and Prestige 500) I saw mention of how the older Silver B E/W burner layout is better for Rotisserie cooking. While I've not done rotisserie before I'm thinking I might try it out. Wondering if then the Silver B would be a good grill to set up for that and not worry about needing that feature on a new grill (Prestige 500 for instance)
New Grill:
- Biggest thing always on the Silver B even from new was lack of really good searing ability, so was happy to see that improved on the new Webers.
- First look was toward the new Weber Genesis line probably the SA-E-330 style for the sear zone
- I read thru the recent thread on the Genesis Smart grill and gained some additional info there on this years vs last years models.
- I also find the Weber Crafted interesting for its potential, so the extra storage of the 330 cabinet would be useful. The side burner on the Weber not really a must have.
- Also on the Weber it appears the way to go is for at least the 7mm stainless grates and if possible the 9mm. but the 9mm are available for $271 from Weber either way later.
I've looked at the different reviews and comparisons for Weber Genesis and Napoleon Prestige 500 (and Rogue XT/SE), Embers Youtube etc.
- Found the IR Side burner on the Napoleon really interesting and appealing and seems to get good reviews. sounds like it's way ahead of the Weber sear zone, is that true and a big consideration?
- I don't see a lot of real comparisons/thoughts on the Napoleon Rogue vs Prestige. Any thoughts there?
Sorry for the long post, thanks for indulging me. Appreciate any thoughts or insight. At times I think I've decided on the Prestige 500, but then come back to Weber and the great experience I've had with mine.