Has anyone had this grill for a while? Some grills can be so thin that they rust out too quickly. Anyone have that problem?
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I've owned my grill for a few months now and haven't had that problem yet, but it's because I store mine in the garage. I also make sure to clean the smoker really well after each smoke and dry it completely before storing. The metal is very thin, so I wouldn't be surprised if it does rust out fairly quickly.
1848590
i have mine for more than a year and have no complaints. if you want to prevent rust don't clean it in a dishwasher.... this is the only advice i can give
1788503
I have been trouble by the rust as well.... I have had mine for about 6 months too, and use it constantly.... Any ideas would be helpful because I LOVE this thing!!!!
903372
I bought this grill for our Arizona property last fall, have not had any problems. As a matter of fact, I am so impressed with the grill I just purchased a second one for our house in Colorado.
94676
I have cast iron grates and live outside of DC (high humidity). I have had the grill for almost 6 years and very little if any rust on them. My secret is before and after every use I take a paper towel, pour some vegetable oil on it and rub the grates down. The coating of oil prevents rust and makes for easy cleaning.
1613615
No, sorry...This grill has lasted several years now. We have noteven changed the burner yet.
168521
I'll have to remeasure - but size isn't bad for a 3 burner... The grates on the other hand are not top notch, mine have rusted through, I have another grate on top while I decide to replace then or replace grill... Cheap grill expect 2-3 years....
1021233
I tempered it well on the advice of another purchaser before I ever used it to grill. I clean it when cold usually just before I use it again. Wire brush and some cooking spray keep it non stick and free of rust.
2060663
Once you use the grill it should fit a little better... Also put it together (Legs lock on the lid) while it is still warm NOT HOT just warm. The metal is not heavy weight so it is alittle (warped if you will). However, this is one of the best grills of its kind. It weighs less than HALF of the other grills of the same size. If you still have issues. contact Char-Broil and they will work with you.Hope this helps.
697527
I had the same problem as the origanals. IF you are grilling outside, YOU MUSY KEEP THE 'CORD" AWAY FROM ANY METAL ON THE GRILL OR IT WILL DIE. IN FACT THIS ONE WENT QUICKER.I am looking for a complete different kind of outside thermometer that can handle a little heat.LPM
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Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent... » Read More Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! « Show Less
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Received this grill for Christmas. I like it a lot, but noticed a tremendous amount of smoke coming out at the rim of the grill during cooking, and once I closed the top and bottom vents too. Charcoal would not extinguish and turned into ash. Lid was "out of round" by 5/12 of an inch. Was not a huge issue in cooking, but reusing partially burnt charcoal is a cost saver. Weber is sending new lid, and hopefully equally rounded to make a tight seal between lid and kettle. Is it just me or is the metal thinner and lighter (cheaper feeling) than my 15 year old Weber?
480794
That must be a defect in your grill. I've not had that problem. It might be cheaper to buy a new one (I got one at BigLots for 28.99) than sending it back.
403086
I got mine in 2011. It sit out side all year uncovered. Now what I do is get a spray bottle. Mix 2 third with vegetable oil and 1 third olive oil. Shake to mix. Be careful when shaking. Next spray excessively all over. When the grill is hot I like to coat the top alot since it bake in. I also use this to coat the grates foe seasoning and non stick. I only coat when I grill. But first time I used two bottles worth. Like I said sit out rain snow sun all year and no rust. good luck
409621
I have used mine sporadically. After 1 winter, the pizza grate itself is pretty rusty (stored in the unit when not used). Some other rust areas showing up around the edges. There is touch-up paint for that, which I haven't used yet. Can't say for sure what I am going to do about the rusty grate. It was working nicely for pizza, but I may have to use a pizza stone on top of the grate.
4914
The flavorizer bars are breaking down, but that is not bad for 6 1/2 years. Also, i could probably replace the grate, but it still works. The burner looks fine, particularly for 6 1/2 years. On a cheap grill, i probably would have already gone through several burners. THe only thing I really have a problem with is the steel cabinet under the grill.
1008505
After a year it's a rust bucket. Doing some mods now and replacing the rusted parts, repainting and will now be adding lava rocks to the gas side. Flare-ups have been an issue with this grill since new.