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My BGE is Misaligned - Any advice?

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    My BGE is Misaligned - Any advice?

    I have a large BGE that is over 10 years old. Has served me well. but when I went to grill last night, I noticed the top lid is no longer aligning with the bottom to give a good tight fit that does not let air in. Don’t know how this happened or maybe I did not notice it over time. but now it is a problem.

    I’d welcome any suggestions on how to fix it. Thanks in advance.

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    Works every time. 😁😂😂
    seriously though. Check the hinges and straps on both the lid and the bowl. Something is either bent or loose.

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      #3
      Use caution as you inspect or make adjustments. Someone here had their lid fly off and smash on the ground.

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        #4
        Also make sure your gaskets are up to snuff!

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          #5

          Yeah, mine is off, too. I tried fixing it, there are instructions on the ‘net but they are for the new hinge design.

          I stopped worrying about it. It seems like everything still cooks okay.

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            #6
            Here's a couple things for you to read that I've saved in my Favorites. Maybe it will help you?

            https://eggheadforum.com/discussion/...-gasket-advice

            https://eggheadforum.com/discussion/...l-and-zip-ties

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              #7
              The procedure outlined by RRP in Skip first link above is sage advice. He is one of the "legitimately good guys" who still plays in the green room.
              I seen a video not too long ago that solved the ovetbite/underbite issue by stacking washers. Cant put my hand on it now but am still looking.

              Found it. The video in this link by davismp1
              Last edited by tiewunon; June 21, 2020, 05:21 PM.

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                #8
                Many thanks guys. Helpful advice!

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                  #9
                  Hope yer able to remedy this, amigo. I ain't got no ceramic cookers, so I'm woefully unable to offer any advice.

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