Had a pizza party, 2hrs it at 650-700 degrees and on pizza 10 when the beers were kicking in I opened her too fast and the top fell out.
Looks like the heat expanded the metal and she was sitting loose in there.
Luckily they sell replacement domes so she’ll be up and running again in a few days
by WittyBuffalo4173
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Rip. Thermal expansion stretches out the bands over time. This is why you should check your carriage bolts at least once a year and replace the band kit every 8 to 10 years. I’m sorry for your loss.
Quick edit: The carriage bolts should be tightened until they’re bent. OP, replace your band kit and tighten the fuck out of your bolts. The bolt I can see in your picture looks straight.
Ugh. Tragic, man. Hang in there . You’ll get another
In nomine patris, et filii, et spiritus sancte
Sorry for your loss my friend. Beer Counseling is available in your fridge, let me know if you need a shoulder to cry on
Thank you for the post. I never would have guessed that I had to over tighten the carriage bolts.
Don’t look too bad. Grab the duct tape and grab some burgers.
I flipped my dome too but it landed on grass, thankfully. No visible cracks yet and I’ve used it half a dozen times since. My condolences to you.
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