Solvent for cleaning Weber gas grill parts


 
Chris Allingham

Chris Allingham

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I read posts all the time that recommend using "solvent" to clean gas grill valves, the inside of burner tubes, etc. But I'm not exactly sure what to look for at the local hardware or auto parts store. What should I buy?
 
I just use spray brake cleaner. It's cheap, works great dries with no residue and cleans well. Can be found easily at places like Walmart, Auto Parts stores, Farm & Fleet, Tractor Supply, Fleet Farm, many big box stores and so on. Works good prior to painting too. I use a ton of the stuff because of all the shop work I do in the garage (not like I used to though since the body is getting old and sore).
 
Thanks for the info, I appreciate it! I'm going to give my Summit 450 valves some TLC, so this helps.

I'm going to use a non-chlorinated brake cleaner like this one, as chlorinated brake cleaners may produce some very nasty gasses when heated.
 
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Having never taken apart a Weber valve, I am only speculating here...
But, on large (6") gas valves, there is a grease packing. When we would clean those valves, replacing the grease was mandatory, otherwise the valve would refuse to rotate.
 
I just cleaned the valves on a grill I rehabbed and delivered yesterday. I used brake cleaner to clean out the old grease, then high temperature brake lube (you can get it at auto parts stores) to regrease inside the valves. Use very little grease, otherwise it'll accumulate in the holes where the gas flows through and potentially clog your orifices. Nobody likes clogged orifices.

Slainte!
 
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