I’ve been suffering from some serious MCS for a few years now and decided to pull the trigger on the S6. I wish I had gotten it when it was the WSCGC and could have gotten the dual-walled deflector plate and the old cart, but still excited for this one! I debated between the S6 and the E6, but decided on the S6 since it has the table and the snapjet. I know that I could have bought a standalone table, but having it all in one piece seemed really appealing. maybe that's dumb. I also know people think the snapjet is more of a gimmick than anything, but I figured it would get me to use it more for quick cooks. Maybe not.
I’ve been searching around here and on TVWBB and just had a few questions I’m hoping you all can help me with as I plan for the arrival.
I’ve been searching around here and on TVWBB and just had a few questions I’m hoping you all can help me with as I plan for the arrival.
- Vortex – everybody seems to agree that the vortex is a great addition for the grill. I did notice that some said it sits too high on the charcoal grate and you have to take the center of the grilling grate out. Is that true? Would something like the BBQ Whirlpool, which is a little shorter be better? I’d rather get the original and reward the creator, but not sure if the fit is good
- Spare Parts - Are there any spare parts I should pick up now? I’m probably overthinking this, but with these being relatively low volume sellers and with the IPO that just happened, I’m wondering if Weber will have parts available for them long-term. Probably overly cautious there. Should I try and source the hinged deflector plate, or has the solid piece with the vent holes proved to be an equivalent replacement0
- Wheels - This is probably crazy, but Is it possible to replace the back wheels with casters? Probably not, but figured I’d ask. I see that the rear wheels are on an axle, but it also looks like there’s posts in the back that maybe could accommodate some sort of caster? I have a location picked out where I could ideally pull it out laterally (pulling straight towards you when looking at it), rather than having to turn it to get it out. I realize the E6 would have been better for this reason, but I really wanted a work surface as that’s my biggest frustration usually, and I did want the snap-jet convenience available in case I was feeling real lazy
- Grill Divestment - The wife has not-so-gently suggested that I need to get rid of a grill when bringing this one into the stable. I have a 22†kettle (circa 2006) with Slow n Sear, an 18†WSM (circa 2008), a Genesis gasser (2006) with stainless grates and flavorers, and a RecTec 700. I have the SNS for the kettle and I have a Fireboard with a Pit Viper I could use for either the kettle or the WSM. Thoughts on which to get rid of?
- I used to use the WSM for smoking pork butts and ribs, but it always felt like such a hassle to take apart and is the reason I got the pellet grill. Not sure what situation I would really fire it up for given the combined capabilities of the S6 and the RecTec.
- The kettle isn't in great shape but I'm sure you all have seen worse - the ash catcher is madly corroded and hard to get off and the triangle is pretty rusty.
- The gasser is clutch for toddler hot dogs and for throwing a griddle on for outdoor greasy stuff. It lives a tough life. It does have a small leak that I need to find and repair. May need a new manifold or something.
- I'm currently thinking of ditching the kettle, keeping the WSM and tucking it away somewhere unobtrusive.
- Any other newbie tips I should be thinking about?
- THANK YOU!!!!
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