The Addiction Continues. 22.5" WSM

Youngin' · 01-16-2013, 07:26 AM

Got in the mail yesterday and built her. Also added the BBQ Guru Eye Lets to run my cables through. I really underestimated the size of this, it's a MONSTER of a smoker

. Can't wait for my last bday present which is 2 gift certificates to Big Poppa Smokers web site so I can gear up for some smokin' fun.

I have one question, the door seems to stay open on the two top right corners a little too much. I went on virtual bullet and it said to bend them. I did that and it seems to stay open still, anyone have any suggestions?

Fo Sizzle My Nizzle · 01-16-2013, 08:38 AM

I ended up getting some fire rope from a local hardware store and lined the edges of the door. No problems since.

J'ville Grill · 01-16-2013, 08:55 AM

You could get an 18 gauge stainless steel replacement door from Cajun Bandit http://cajunbandit.com/wsm-parts-mods/.

Bluesman · 01-16-2013, 08:57 AM

I took mine and formed it over my thigh. After a couple of cooks it seals up fine.

Cayman1 · 01-16-2013, 09:15 AM

Take your time and just keep working with the door. You can get it very close. They are very easy to shape and bend. After a few smokes it will seal itself right up.

HankB · 01-16-2013, 09:30 AM

Agreed.

I added the 22.5 just before Christmas and used it for the first time on Monday. (Regardless of how big it looks, four 8 lb chickens will not fit on one grate.

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The door on mine seems to have a big gap as well. I fiddled with trying for a better bend but need to work more on it. I did put a bead of high temperature silicone on the top and bottom joint so it does seal well enough to put out the remaining coals when the vents are closed.

You still need a mini to complete your collection (unless you already have one.

Perfect size to handle that fourth chicken.

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Youngin' · 01-16-2013, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by HankB

Agreed.

I added the 22.5 just before Christmas and used it for the first time on Monday. (Regardless of how big it looks, four 8 lb chickens will not fit on one grate.

)

The door on mine seems to have a big gap as well. I fiddled with trying for a better bend but need to work more on it. I did put a bead of high temperature silicone on the top and bottom joint so it does seal well enough to put out the remaining coals when the vents are closed.

You still need a mini to complete your collection (unless you already have one.

Perfect size to handle that fourth chicken.

)

I have a Smokey Joe brand new in the box I received from Uline for free. My wife though isn't being very nice about having another grill outside. The new WSM makes 7 in total.

DLR · 01-16-2013, 10:30 AM

After tweeking it the best I could I just folded up a piece of HD foil and placed it over the opening then put the door back on.

JP7794 · 01-16-2013, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Youngin'

I have a Smokey Joe brand new in the box I received from Uline for free. My wife though isn't being very nice about having another grill outside. The new WSM makes 7 in total.

Then keep it inside.

HankB · 01-16-2013, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Youngin'

I have a Smokey Joe brand new in the box I received from Uline for free. My wife though isn't being very nice about having another grill outside. The new WSM makes 7 in total.

My wife cuts me a lot of slack in that regard. First, she enjoys what I cook and second, it's a lot less expensive than collecting motorcycles or Wheel Horse garden tractors, my other interests. I'm well past 7. In fact, I've added the 22.5 WSM to the collection and SWMBO has not noticed it sitting next to the porch with the others.

JD McGee · 01-16-2013, 01:25 PM

Keep tweakin'...you'll get it...congrats on the new toy!

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tbharris · 01-16-2013, 01:32 PM

I've got the 18.5 and love it. Planning to add the 22.5 some time in the future.

Cayman1 · 01-16-2013, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DLR

After tweeking it the best I could I just folded up a piece of HD foil and placed it over the opening then put the door back on.

If it is that bad, call Weber Customer Service. They are great and will probably ship you a new door.

Tim Campbell · 01-16-2013, 05:49 PM

I got a new 22WSM and the body came dented. They sent me a new one in 3 days

Toast · 01-16-2013, 06:01 PM

I have an 18 too and Love It! I modded with the CB SS door, CB grommets and Stanley garage door handles. Really makes it cook better and more conveniently. They really are a smokin' machine!

01-16-2013, 08:38 AM	#2
Fo Sizzle My Nizzle is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 07-09-12 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I ended up getting some fire rope from a local hardware store and lined the edges of the door. No problems since. __________________ WSM 22 ~ Maverick ET-732 ~ Flaming Fast Thermapen ~ Redhead Weber SS Performer ~ Redhead Weber 22 OTS ~ Redhead Weber 22 OTS ~ Redhead Weber 22 OTPlus When all else fails just ask yourself, WWGALD???

01-16-2013, 08:55 AM	#3
J'ville Grill is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-18-10 Location: Jacksonville, Fl. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	You could get an 18 gauge stainless steel replacement door from Cajun Bandit http://cajunbandit.com/wsm-parts-mods/. __________________ Rick 18.5" Weber Smokey Mountain 22.5" Weber OTG with Cajun Bandit Conversion Kit Char-Griller Akorn with side cart 1999 Weber Master-Touch - bent but not broken 14.5" Weber Smokey Joe Silver

01-16-2013, 08:57 AM	#4
Bluesman is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 01-01-10 Location: Fond du Lac, WI Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I took mine and formed it over my thigh. After a couple of cooks it seals up fine. __________________ "98" Green Weber Performer "95" Black Weber Platinum - Dumpster find workin' on it "00" Weber Simpsons OTG 22.5 WSM Smokin' Bucky UDS Weber Q100 Weber Q200 Faster than the Speed of Light Red Thermapen, Certified MOINK Ball Maker Proud Member of the Zero's Club with Voodoo Soup..

01-16-2013, 09:15 AM	#5
Cayman1 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 07-20-12 Location: Springfield, MO Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Take your time and just keep working with the door. You can get it very close. They are very easy to shape and bend. After a few smokes it will seal itself right up. __________________ Smooth Smoke BBQ Team, KCBS CBJ, 2-WSM, wsm 2880, Smokey Joe Mini wsm, Old Country Offset, Red Weber OTG, Blue Weber OTG.

01-16-2013, 09:30 AM	#6
HankB is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-16-12 Location: Winfield, IL Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Agreed. I added the 22.5 just before Christmas and used it for the first time on Monday. (Regardless of how big it looks, four 8 lb chickens will not fit on one grate. ) The door on mine seems to have a big gap as well. I fiddled with trying for a better bend but need to work more on it. I did put a bead of high temperature silicone on the top and bottom joint so it does seal well enough to put out the remaining coals when the vents are closed. You still need a mini to complete your collection (unless you already have one. Perfect size to handle that fourth chicken. ) __________________ Weber Crazy

01-16-2013, 10:30 AM	#8
DLR Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 04-17-11 Location: Charlotte,NC Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	After tweeking it the best I could I just folded up a piece of HD foil and placed it over the opening then put the door back on. __________________ WSM 22.5 - Chargriller pro

01-16-2013, 01:25 PM	#11
JD McGee somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 06-28-07 Location: Duvall, WA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Keep tweakin'...you'll get it...congrats on the new toy! Sent from my DROID3 using Tapatalk 2 __________________ Wine Country "Q" Competition BBQ

01-16-2013, 01:32 PM	#12
tbharris Found some matches. Join Date: 08-15-11 Location: Harrison, AR Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I've got the 18.5 and love it. Planning to add the 22.5 some time in the future.

01-16-2013, 05:49 PM	#14
Tim Campbell On the road to being a farker Join Date: 08-12-12 Location: Bristol, CT Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I got a new 22WSM and the body came dented. They sent me a new one in 3 days __________________ WSM 22.5", Little Chief, Weber Spirit 300

01-16-2013, 06:01 PM	#15
Toast Babbling Farker Join Date: 03-17-12 Location: Shreveport, LA Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	I have an 18 too and Love It! I modded with the CB SS door, CB grommets and Stanley garage door handles. Really makes it cook better and more conveniently. They really are a smokin' machine! __________________ Cooking Equipment: Weber WSM Weber Spirit S-320 Charbroil Oilless Turkey Fryer Weber GA Wife LuzziAnn 1956 model. Maverick ET-732 Superfast LSU Purple Thermapen