Slide aside lid holder question

[Finster]

Anyone have one of these after market lid holders?
trying to use the lid hook is a bit of a hassle….imo.
these get mostly positive reviews on Amazon, but I trust the judgment of this group more…

https://www.amazon.com/Weber-Accessory-8411-described-replacement/dp/B00026CU14

[Panhead John]

Looks good to me Finster. If you don’t have one, you might consider a side shelf also. I bought one for mine several years ago and they really come in handy.

Grisun Grill Table Shelf - for Weber Kettle Grills 22 Inches, Side Table Shelf for Weber Master Touch, Original Kettle Charcoal Grill, Black Powder Coated Steel BBQ Table, Kettle Grill Accessories https://a.co/d/fE7p29j

[Finster]

Thanks John.
I saw that. I have the kettle set up next to a utility cart, so I have plenty of work space

[Huskee]

Panhead John I have a similar one from BBQ Dragon (they make the fan) theirs is called the Dragon Wing. It holds up wonderfully out in the elements for probably 5 or 6 years now. https://www.amazon.com/BBQ-Dragon-Ch...gribs--20&th=1

[Panhead John]

That’s the exact same one I have for my Weber kettle at Mom’s house! You’re right, they are sturdy and well made. I also like the fact the 2 side pieces fold in, makes it easy just to lay it on the grate out of the way, when not in use.

[RonB]

No experience, but the rim clips that hold it in place are backwards in the photo, and I can't tell for sure if they can be rotated...

[Finster]

I noticed that too...
If I get one, I'll probably spend the extra cash to get the Weber one, so I think it should be ok

[LA Pork Butt]

You would probably use that when you are grilling, so this would be a non issue. But, when you are doing low and slow there will be some air leakage which could create issues with temperature control on a long cook. Also, I have an 18’ kettle, and the hook inside of the kettle works pretty well for hanging the lid on the kettle.

[Finster]

There's plenty of air leakage on my kettle even without that..