New BGE Cast Iron Grate setup

Plowboy · 11-26-2009, 09:15 PM

Hodedo and I got these new 18" grates for the Webers, WSM's and Large BGEs. They have three removable sections for either getting to coals without lifting the entire grate, or replacing with an optional griddle insert. Today was the first time I used it. Makes a really nice setup for the BGE.

They are sold by Rolf here. Shoot him a PM.

Plowboy · 11-26-2009, 09:17 PM

They also have a custom little handle for easy grate lifting.

Sits fine on the plate setter, but could be an extra 1/2 inch more diameter. Just a little bit less diameter than my original grate.

deguerre · 11-26-2009, 09:29 PM

Nice toy.

HoDeDo · 11-27-2009, 06:23 AM

I have used my several times. They work GREAT. And the removable sections make adding chunks of wood super easy. Makes killer steaks. I plan on popping in the griddle insert this weekend (if the weather warms just a touch) and making some skippy burgers! work the grilled onions right next to the burgers, Genius!

thirdeye · 11-27-2009, 06:57 AM

Hey Todd, A custom grate cradle may solve the diameter problem. Tom (tjv) has a new angle iron roller and it can roll angle "leg in" which creates a little shelf for a grate to set into. The other leg (the vertical one) prevents the grate from shifting around. Look close in the top picture, and you can see what I mean. Since you are not going for additional height, all you would need are some little legs to match up with the dimples in your fire ring (sort of like the ones on the spider) and you would be good to go.

I clipped these pictures from The Ceramic Grill Store site, and this model is make for a mini Egg, but it might be worth a call to see about rolling a larger one with different legs for your application.

Ron_L · 11-27-2009, 07:17 AM

Will it also sit on the fire ring? I would mostly use it for direct grilling instead of sitting on the platesetter legs.

Plowboy · 11-27-2009, 07:36 AM

Very cool, Wayne.

Ron, yes it will.

rolf · 11-27-2009, 11:12 PM

By the way, the best way to reapply the seasoning after a couple of high temp steak searing sessions is a low and slow with some ribs or pork shoulders.

Skip · 11-27-2009, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoDeDo

I have used my several times. They work GREAT. And the removable sections make adding chunks of wood super easy. Makes killer steaks. I plan on popping in the griddle insert this weekend (if the weather warms just a touch) and making some skippy burgers! work the grilled onions right next to the burgers, Genius!

First thing I thought of when I saw them. After the onions you can grill up the bread. Mmmm I think I need to make some burgers too.

swibirun · 11-28-2009, 04:06 AM

That is a sweet addition to any cooker. Love the craftmanship, Rolf!

11-26-2009, 09:15 PM	#1
Plowboy somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-09-06 Location: Blue Springs, MO	New BGE Cast Iron Grate setup Hodedo and I got these new 18" grates for the Webers, WSM's and Large BGEs. They have three removable sections for either getting to coals without lifting the entire grate, or replacing with an optional griddle insert. Today was the first time I used it. Makes a really nice setup for the BGE. They are sold by Rolf here. Shoot him a PM. __________________ Pork Pullin Plowboys (and Smoke on Wheels) Save a hog, ride a plowboy! www.plowboysbbq.com Todd Johns (me); Blue Springs, MO Randy Hinck (PigBoy); Concordia, MO Andy Groneman (Hodedo); KC, KS (Cameo Appearances) FEC-500SS; FEC-100 (Right handed); FEC-100 (Left handed); Country Smoker Tailgater; Big Green Egg (2-large, small, mini); Cookshack Pellet Fired Charbroiler

11-26-2009, 09:17 PM	#2
Plowboy somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-09-06 Location: Blue Springs, MO	They also have a custom little handle for easy grate lifting. Sits fine on the plate setter, but could be an extra 1/2 inch more diameter. Just a little bit less diameter than my original grate. __________________ Pork Pullin Plowboys (and Smoke on Wheels) Save a hog, ride a plowboy! www.plowboysbbq.com Todd Johns (me); Blue Springs, MO Randy Hinck (PigBoy); Concordia, MO Andy Groneman (Hodedo); KC, KS (Cameo Appearances) FEC-500SS; FEC-100 (Right handed); FEC-100 (Left handed); Country Smoker Tailgater; Big Green Egg (2-large, small, mini); Cookshack Pellet Fired Charbroiler

11-26-2009, 09:29 PM	#3
deguerre Babbling Farker Join Date: 07-15-09 Location: Memphis, TN...Formerly of Decatur, AL	Nice toy. __________________ Guerry Weber 22 1/2" OTS "Dirty Girl", One GOSM, Maverick et73 One Cameron Stove Top.It burns sawdust... Avatar by Northwest BBQ Mod cherry popped by BobBrisket Co-Chief Team Munchkin "fer gettin in the deguerre way!" KnucklHed_BBQ Zero

11-27-2009, 06:23 AM	#4
HoDeDo Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-19-06 Location: Kansas City	I have used my several times. They work GREAT. And the removable sections make adding chunks of wood super easy. Makes killer steaks. I plan on popping in the griddle insert this weekend (if the weather warms just a touch) and making some skippy burgers! work the grilled onions right next to the burgers, Genius! __________________ [FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][COLOR=Navy][COLOR=Black][B]Andy[/B] [U][B][FONT=Trebuchet MS][COLOR=DarkGreen]Website[/COLOR][/FONT][/B][/U]: [URL="http://www.smokeonwheels.com"]www.smokeonwheels.com[/URL] [FONT=Trebuchet MS][B][U] Comp Teams:[/U][/B][/FONT] Ho De Do's \| Smoke on Wheels\| Pork Pullin' Plowboys [COLOR=DarkRed][U][B][FONT=Trebuchet MS]Cookers[/FONT][/B][/U]:[/COLOR] FEC100 (IQ4) \| CS Whole Hog \| "$25" Hasty Bake 410 \| Kingfisher King Gator \| Weber Kettles [FONT=Trebuchet MS][COLOR=Navy][U][B]Trailers:[/B][/U][/COLOR][/FONT] CrossForce XF30SL 32' Toy Hauler (Smoke on Wheels I) S&S Gooseneck 30' Trailer (Smoke on Wheels II) [U][B]TRUCK:[/B][/U][B] '08 RAM 2500[/B] - Cummins 6.7L[/COLOR][/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT]

11-27-2009, 06:57 AM	#5
thirdeye Babbling Farker Join Date: 01-14-06 Location: At home on the range in Wyoming	Hey Todd, A custom grate cradle may solve the diameter problem. Tom (tjv) has a new angle iron roller and it can roll angle "leg in" which creates a little shelf for a grate to set into. The other leg (the vertical one) prevents the grate from shifting around. Look close in the top picture, and you can see what I mean. Since you are not going for additional height, all you would need are some little legs to match up with the dimples in your fire ring (sort of like the ones on the spider) and you would be good to go. I clipped these pictures from The Ceramic Grill Store site, and this model is make for a mini Egg, but it might be worth a call to see about rolling a larger one with different legs for your application. __________________ ~thirdeye~ I Play With Fire and Smoke *KCBS - CBJ* Big Green Eggs, Big Drum Smokers, Big Chiefs, Weber Kettle, Oil Patch Horizontal Visit my Cookin' Site by clicking HERE

11-27-2009, 07:17 AM	#6
Ron_L Moderator Join Date: 12-09-04 Location: Batavia, IL	Will it also sit on the fire ring? I would mostly use it for direct grilling instead of sitting on the platesetter legs. __________________ "Ron Rico, Boss. You can call me Captain Ron..." Captain Ron's Brew-n-Que Official Coffeegeek of the Brethren! Save The Fatty! FEC-100/Memphis Pro SS/LBGE X 2/SBGE/Mini BGE/Nomad Pellet-matic/Good-One Model 42/WSM X 2/MSG/Cookshack Smokette 008/Weber Performer/Weber Gasser/Weber Kettle X 2/Weber Smokey Joe/Weber Portable/Coffee Roasting Gasser Remembering a friend

11-27-2009, 07:36 AM	#7
Plowboy somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-09-06 Location: Blue Springs, MO	Very cool, Wayne. Ron, yes it will. __________________ Pork Pullin Plowboys (and Smoke on Wheels) Save a hog, ride a plowboy! www.plowboysbbq.com Todd Johns (me); Blue Springs, MO Randy Hinck (PigBoy); Concordia, MO Andy Groneman (Hodedo); KC, KS (Cameo Appearances) FEC-500SS; FEC-100 (Right handed); FEC-100 (Left handed); Country Smoker Tailgater; Big Green Egg (2-large, small, mini); Cookshack Pellet Fired Charbroiler

11-27-2009, 11:12 PM	#8
rolf Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 03-23-09 Location: Nierstein, Germany	By the way, the best way to reapply the seasoning after a couple of high temp steak searing sessions is a low and slow with some ribs or pork shoulders.

11-28-2009, 04:06 AM	#10
swibirun Take a breath! Join Date: 02-21-09 Location: Knoxville, TN	That is a sweet addition to any cooker. Love the craftmanship, Rolf! __________________ Chris Knoxville, TN Big Green Egg (large) Brinkmann Offset w/ Mods www.nibblemethis.com