Jon Tofte
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
When I can squeeze literally a few minutes in, I have been working on my languishing '05-'06 Genesis Platinum project. It wasn't all bad when I got it, as you can see:
I am doing something less than a full restoration since I plan to keep and use this grill as a "daily driver." Even so, I want it to work well and last. I replaced the shot burners and igniter.
One obstacle remaining has been that the manifold valves stick sometimes and the knobs don't turn that well. I had quite some time ago bought the brake cleaner and brake lubricant recommended by L Michaels for repairing these problems, but I hadn't gotten up the nerve to break open the valves and try his recommended procedure myself.
Most of you probably know that Chris Allingham has posted a really nice video (wherein he rightfully credits Larry for his expertise and inspiration) that shows the whole process step-by-step.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC0_5Uo2ueY (You will have to suffer through an advertisement for a few seconds...)
It really isn't that hard, although removing the screws without stripping can be a little tricky. I followed the steps Larry recommends and Chris demonstrates. It all worked out great, and now I have a manifold with three control knobs that work like new!
THANK YOU LARRY & CHRIS!!!!
One interesting thing is that the 1st generation Summit that Chris used as a demonstrator has valves with three specific openings (H-M-L) and at each set point the knob pops back up into the lock position. On the Genesis Platinum (and probably Silvers and Golds of similar vintage) the valves are variable so that the only lock position is "Off" and the fuel flow can be adjusted infinitely from High to Low rather than at just three settings. It would seem to be a more precise way to adjust temps, especially when you are trying for low or medium heat.
I am doing something less than a full restoration since I plan to keep and use this grill as a "daily driver." Even so, I want it to work well and last. I replaced the shot burners and igniter.
One obstacle remaining has been that the manifold valves stick sometimes and the knobs don't turn that well. I had quite some time ago bought the brake cleaner and brake lubricant recommended by L Michaels for repairing these problems, but I hadn't gotten up the nerve to break open the valves and try his recommended procedure myself.
Most of you probably know that Chris Allingham has posted a really nice video (wherein he rightfully credits Larry for his expertise and inspiration) that shows the whole process step-by-step.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC0_5Uo2ueY (You will have to suffer through an advertisement for a few seconds...)
It really isn't that hard, although removing the screws without stripping can be a little tricky. I followed the steps Larry recommends and Chris demonstrates. It all worked out great, and now I have a manifold with three control knobs that work like new!
THANK YOU LARRY & CHRIS!!!!
One interesting thing is that the 1st generation Summit that Chris used as a demonstrator has valves with three specific openings (H-M-L) and at each set point the knob pops back up into the lock position. On the Genesis Platinum (and probably Silvers and Golds of similar vintage) the valves are variable so that the only lock position is "Off" and the fuel flow can be adjusted infinitely from High to Low rather than at just three settings. It would seem to be a more precise way to adjust temps, especially when you are trying for low or medium heat.
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