What I did wrong, and the reason I had to purchase the Spider Grills vent ring, was I used an angle grinder and it was too easy to cut too deep.
I tried to be too precise and ended up cutting open the slot for the ash blade handle, that's marked in blue. It destabilized the vent ring. I could've still used it but I think it was gonna be a PITA, so I bought the SG vent ring.
22” Blue Weber Kettle with SnS insert
Kamado Joe Jr with Kick Ash Basket
Char-Broil Smartchef Tru Infrared Gasser
Anovo Hot Tub Time Machine with Custom Hot Tub
Started smoking in Aug 2025. First smoker is a Weber Searwood. I purchased a ThermoWorks Smoke to get a more accurate temperature and the pro-series needle probe. I also have a Weber grilling basket, Weber grill brush, and the Grillart steambrush. I've tried all sorts of pellets and wood flavors and my family mainly likes the Traeger signature blend. I have a meat injector and shears for poultry.
I also recently purchased a new 2010 used Weber Kettle Performer. Just got a cover for it. I bought the ThermoWorks RFX with 1 wireless probe, the SnS and DnG to spruce up the grill. I have not cooked on it yet. I cut a hole and installed the ThermoWorks billows. I did buy 4 bags of the B&B charcoal briquettes.
All my cooking has been on the Searwood. I absolutely love cooking Pork Shoulder, chicken wings, chicken breasts and steak. I won first place in my church chili cookoff (I bragged to everyone about it) and I really enjoyed the chili (and I don't really like chili). I really enjoyed Moink balls. I like cooking ribs, chicken breasts, and chicken legs with white sauce.
I look forward to cooking pork burnt ends, smoked turkey for Thanksgiving, and maybe even a brisket.
I'm still trying to determine rubs my wife will really enjoy. I love the rubs from the website, but my wife just wants some rubs that will bring out the meat flavor so she can taste the meat. I'm seeking simple rubs for chicken breasts and steaks.
I love soda and especially Dr. Pepper. I don't drink alcohol.
I live near Boise, ID. I've been married for 25 years and I have 5 kids. I'm a second career dentist.
This seems so complicated. Maybe just buy a Weber Performer. You get wheels and a table. Or just go all in and get the spider grills venom by selling the Weber Smart Ring.
22” Blue Weber Kettle with SnS insert
Kamado Joe Jr with Kick Ash Basket
Char-Broil Smartchef Tru Infrared Gasser
Anovo Hot Tub Time Machine with Custom Hot Tub
He mentioned that some of the design work was stupid (industrial designer by trade). The main thing is they should have matched up the holes for the legs. 🤦🏼♀️ I agree!
He only made 3 cuts, not 6.
Nice detail work!
and in the LBD! It does drag the ground. So I may hem it up or leave the smart ring in there permanently.
The brakes are awesome! Have y’all been able to release them with just your foot? I am not able to. Granted I was wearing soft flip flops.
Or just go all in and get the spider grills venom by selling the Weber Smart Ring. 
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