Red Performer CL Score + ?'s

mwmac · 06-08-2011, 12:58 PM

Just brought home a date code EE Red Performer for $49!! One owner, lightly used. Only cosmetic issue is porcelain chip on one side of lid holder. Pics to follow. My main concern is can I get the propane tank filled at the local hardware or is there an issue with it not being in compliance with regs? I recall seeing a thread saying something about the valve no longer being allowed. Any thoughts?

mwmac · 06-08-2011, 02:00 PM

Couple of quick shots before I head out for some washers and nuts to reattach the lid holder: tiny chip on lid lip; porcelain chip at lid holder attachment.

HeSmellsLikeSmoke · 06-08-2011, 02:07 PM

Great score. You even beat my $50 score.

You will need to get a mod done to use that tank. I believe a RV shop can do the conversion, although I never use the LP tank on mine. I am sure others will chime in with specifics.

SteerCrazy · 06-08-2011, 02:12 PM

don't those use the 1lb propane cylinders that coleman or other off brands make?

mwmac · 06-08-2011, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteerCrazy

don't those use the 1lb propane cylinders that coleman or other off brands make?

No, it has the small 5 lb propane tank. The newer performers are setup to use the disposable propane bottles. I use a 20lb tank via a hose on my other performer.

mwmac · 06-08-2011, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by HeSmellsLikeSmoke

Great score. You even beat my $50 score.

You will need to get a mod done to use that tank. I believe a RV shop can do the conversion, although I never use the LP tank on mine. I am sure others will chime in with specifics.

Thanks.. Once I saw it, I didn't even consider bargaining, paid her full asking price. Weber CS said they are sending me some adapter needed for refilling free of charge (what a company!) Will I still need a tank modification?

SteerCrazy · 06-08-2011, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by mwmac

No, it has the small 5 lb propane tank. The newer performers are setup to use the disposable propane bottles. I use a 20lb tank via a hose on my other performer.

That's what I thought, I knew the newer ones had a smaller tank. Have fun with your new toy!

NeoTrout · 06-08-2011, 02:37 PM

Nice Score!

Phesant · 06-08-2011, 02:37 PM

Sweet Score Nicely Done

mwmac · 06-08-2011, 05:16 PM

Well it is on the patio ready for its first cook. Now I am faced with a dilemma: do I keep the Redhead or the DR date code performer? Redhead pros: smaller footprint; handy grate holder; refillable onboard propane tank; SS work surface; lower cooking height (want to add a Cajun Bandit) cons: smaller charcoal bin; 12 years old. Any thoughts?

jimithing78 · 06-08-2011, 05:55 PM

If you can really only keep one then my vote is for keeping the redhead.

Hankdad1 · 06-08-2011, 06:36 PM

Check the propane tank for a sticker stating it is an OPD valve, that is what is on the Performer I picked up 2 years ago. I took the tank to a local rental shop. They re-certified it and filled it with no problem. That ignition feature is part of what makes the Performer such a great grill. Put you lump in a chimney, put it over the ignitor for 2 minutes. You're ready to go in just a few minutes with no mess or fuss.

And I agree, keep the red one!

mwmac · 06-08-2011, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hankdad1

Check the propane tank for a sticker stating it is an OPD valve, that is what is on the Performer I picked up 2 years ago. I took the tank to a local rental shop. They re-certified it and filled it with no problem. That ignition feature is part of what makes the Performer such a great grill. Put you lump in a chimney, put it over the ignitor for 2 minutes. You're ready to go in just a few minutes with no mess or fuss.

And I agree, keep the red one!

OPD valve present! Now I just have to wait for the refill adapter from Weber and I'll be good to go

mwmac · 06-10-2011, 01:31 PM

A decision has been made: I am keeping the redhead! Held a farewell cook of Roadside chicken on the DR code performer last night; cleaned it up this morning and donated it to my recently retired neighbors. They just moved back from San Antonio where they left a large gasser and were commenting on the aromas from my backyard kitchen. Score one more convert for charcoal burners!

propsync · 06-10-2011, 04:29 PM

I think I'm the minority here. I'd say pitch/sell the ignition system. Buy some washers to cover the hole and call it a day. I got my Performer for $50 and it was fairly trashed, there was no way I was going to spend any amount of time fixing it up. Sold the whole system for $10. The guy that bought it didn't even care if it worked. I guess we can say it's preference, but newspaper is always cheap and easy, no moving parts. Keep the grill, though, it looks awesome!

06-08-2011, 12:58 PM	#1
mwmac is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 10-13-08 Location: boise, id	Red Performer CL Score + ?'s Just brought home a date code EE Red Performer for $49!! One owner, lightly used. Only cosmetic issue is porcelain chip on one side of lid holder. Pics to follow. My main concern is can I get the propane tank filled at the local hardware or is there an issue with it not being in compliance with regs? I recall seeing a thread saying something about the valve no longer being allowed. Any thoughts? __________________ 22" WSM, 18" WSM, 26" Weber, Weber Performer, MBH's, WGA

06-08-2011, 02:00 PM	#2
mwmac is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 10-13-08 Location: boise, id	Couple of quick shots before I head out for some washers and nuts to reattach the lid holder: tiny chip on lid lip; porcelain chip at lid holder attachment. __________________ 22" WSM, 18" WSM, 26" Weber, Weber Performer, MBH's, WGA Last edited by mwmac; 07-12-2012 at 03:05 PM..

06-08-2011, 02:07 PM	#3
HeSmellsLikeSmoke somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 04-02-07 Location: Warren, Vermont	Great score. You even beat my $50 score. You will need to get a mod done to use that tank. I believe a RV shop can do the conversion, although I never use the LP tank on mine. I am sure others will chime in with specifics. __________________ Jim - Another transplanted Texan Former KCBS CBJ Large and Medium Big Green Eggs , Black 18.5" WSM, Blue Weber Performer - Stainless, Green Weber OTG Kettle , Brinkmann SnP Pro, and a Stainless UDS. One retired Portable Kitchen grill. Red Thermapen, Maverick ET-732, EdgePro Apex Sharpener. Avatar is the original 1951 Weber Kettle

06-08-2011, 02:12 PM	#4
SteerCrazy Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-12-07 Location: Kansas City	don't those use the 1lb propane cylinders that coleman or other off brands make? __________________ Weber Performer Weber Smoky Mountain Spicewine Large Single Axle Trailer Traeger Junior with upgraded Ortech Digital Therm #2 La Caja China

06-08-2011, 02:37 PM	#8
NeoTrout is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-26-08 Location: Elmhurst, Illinois	Nice Score! __________________ Steve [B]"Le Grille? What the hell is that?"[/B] Klose 20x48 Deluxe Offset Pipe Smoker Weber 22.5, Weber 22.5 w/Rotisserie Weber Performer, Weber Ranch Kettle, 18" WSM Weber Smokey Joe, Weber Homer Simpson Smokey Joe Bayou Classic Turkey Fryer, Blackstone 28" Griddle Brinkmann Smoke'n Grill, UDS, Weber 26" H-D FLHR

06-08-2011, 02:37 PM	#9
Phesant Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-24-08 Location: Appleton, Wi	Sweet Score Nicely Done __________________ Ken WSM Char-Griller Super Pro w/SFB Grill Sargent Turkey / Fish Fryer Weber Ranch Kettle "Lucky Girl" (A Stamp, 1979), [COLOR=darkorange][B]ORANGE THERMAPEN[/B][/COLOR] [COLOR=black]Proud member of the Zero's :thumb:[/COLOR]

06-08-2011, 05:55 PM	#11
jimithing78 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-11-09 Location: Plano, TX	If you can really only keep one then my vote is for keeping the redhead. __________________ Weber Performer / Weber Genesis S-320 / 22.5" WSM / XL BGE

06-08-2011, 06:36 PM	#12
Hankdad1 is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 05-07-10 Location: Twin Cities, MN Name/Nickname : John	Check the propane tank for a sticker stating it is an OPD valve, that is what is on the Performer I picked up 2 years ago. I took the tank to a local rental shop. They re-certified it and filled it with no problem. That ignition feature is part of what makes the Performer such a great grill. Put you lump in a chimney, put it over the ignitor for 2 minutes. You're ready to go in just a few minutes with no mess or fuss. And I agree, keep the red one!

06-10-2011, 01:31 PM	#14
mwmac is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 10-13-08 Location: boise, id	A decision has been made: I am keeping the redhead! Held a farewell cook of Roadside chicken on the DR code performer last night; cleaned it up this morning and donated it to my recently retired neighbors. They just moved back from San Antonio where they left a large gasser and were commenting on the aromas from my backyard kitchen. Score one more convert for charcoal burners! __________________ 22" WSM, 18" WSM, 26" Weber, Weber Performer, MBH's, WGA

06-10-2011, 04:29 PM	#15
propsync Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 01-24-11 Location: Milwaukee, WI	I think I'm the minority here. I'd say pitch/sell the ignition system. Buy some washers to cover the hole and call it a day. I got my Performer for $50 and it was fairly trashed, there was no way I was going to spend any amount of time fixing it up. Sold the whole system for $10. The guy that bought it didn't even care if it worked. I guess we can say it's preference, but newspaper is always cheap and easy, no moving parts. Keep the grill, though, it looks awesome! __________________ What ever happened to the thick coating for that buoy grill?

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