Found a Large BGE on the side of the road for free. What do I need to do?
Found a Large BGE on the side of the road for free. What do I need to do?
by Earache423
30 Comments
FedLEO0427
Rejoice!
var_guitar
Are you religious? If so, you should offer thanks to your deity/higher power/etc for the bounty you have received.
Advanced-Emu6500
Winning!
TheFoxsWeddingTarot
That’s got to be the result of someone getting thrown out. Keep it in the backyard out of view of the street.
Earache423
Couldn’t figure out how to add text to my post.
I found this Large BGE just down my street and it appears to be in great shape. I am new to Kamados and ceramic cookers, so I am curious what this group’s thoughts are on where to start to begin refurbishing this. Here are my thoughts and a few questions:
1) there are spider web like cracks across the enamel. I assume that’s just cosmetic. My plan is to clean the outside in some denatured alcohol.
2) I’ll clean and reseason the cast iron chimney and big cast iron plate insert thing.
3) there is a crack running through the entire fire ring. Is that a complete replacement, or should I work with it till it breaks completely?
4) I’ll plan to replace shelves and all the bands in time.
5) other than a grill grate, am I missing anything needed to cook?
6) any other suggested cleaning or modifications?
Overall I don’t mind spending a bit of money to clean it up, so let me know if there are some worthwhile replacements or upgrades you’d suggest.
Thanks!
lucasisacao
Count your blessings and then host a feast for family and friends
floppydo
Cook!
pickles_are_delish_
Damn man. That’s some lucky shit.
Ckn-bns-jns
I hope you went out and bought a lottery ticket after you brought that egg home.
FarGear5543
It really looks to be in great shape considering others I’ve seen posted! You can replace the cap with the newer type or just really clean the daisy wheel cap. Otherwise just scrape off the place setter and start using. I would be concerned with the enamel cracking and wouldn’t let it get wet if it is. BGE sells a touch up paint you can smear over the cracking.
No_Permission_1427
The other day I left my BGE on the side of the road while I cleaned out my garage… It’s been missing since 🥲
Awkward-Regret5409
Looks perfect. Cast iron deflector and a kick ash as well? Fire her up and LET HER RIP!!!
c00l-whip
This made my day. A free green egg? You are one lucky person. Go buy a lottery ticket ASAP.
Orbit1883
“Found on the side of the road” what a steal
Hop it wasn’t one 🙂 congrats to you
Dicky-1
Great find! Can’t imagine pushing it that distance, those wheels are not built for distance!
gvsteve
Did this “side of the road” happen to also be someone’s backyard?
lee160485
These posts are really getting out of hand 😅
“Yesterday, a 2Xl nearly rolled over me while I was out for a stroll!!1!”
Seriously though, time to buy a lottery ticket it seems 😀
swellfog
Rejoice and be glad at your good fortune!! And, cook a pork butt! Congratulations!!
I got one with table for $500 barely used because the guys doc said he shouldn’t eat grilled food. The char was not good for him.
Jstwntanme
Buy a lottery ticket.
Hotsaucejimmy
Lifting strap for support under the nest and egg. I wouldn’t trust a good nest for a long walk. Fold the tables down and walk it home. All components are replaceable. Burn it clean then replace parts.
MasterHope7981
Check to see if it has a tracking chip. Looks like a psy-op
RedditBlows-1
Fire it up and enjoy
berger3001
Lift with your legs. It’s a beast
treetwiggstrue
Dang, somebody’s wife really mad them!
Appropriate_Fix_5817
That’s crazy
Thor-III-A
Good dry brush and vacuum. Maybe replace that top vent. Then do a wide open 700 degree cook off will bring it back to white like new. Then just enjoy it.
PrivateJoker13
Replace the dome vent and you should be good
West_Roll_1410
I would replace the top damper and buy a new convector
rangespecialist2
Take out all the rusted pieces and replace. Fire up BGE and get it nice and hot for a few minutes on full blast. This will kill off anything living that has accumulated inside and also evaporate any moisture that has accumulated inside. Once everything has cooled you are good to go.
30 Comments
Rejoice!
Are you religious? If so, you should offer thanks to your deity/higher power/etc for the bounty you have received.
Winning!
That’s got to be the result of someone getting thrown out. Keep it in the backyard out of view of the street.
Couldn’t figure out how to add text to my post.
I found this Large BGE just down my street and it appears to be in great shape. I am new to Kamados and ceramic cookers, so I am curious what this group’s thoughts are on where to start to begin refurbishing this. Here are my thoughts and a few questions:
1) there are spider web like cracks across the enamel. I assume that’s just cosmetic. My plan is to clean the outside in some denatured alcohol.
2) I’ll clean and reseason the cast iron chimney and big cast iron plate insert thing.
3) there is a crack running through the entire fire ring. Is that a complete replacement, or should I work with it till it breaks completely?
4) I’ll plan to replace shelves and all the bands in time.
5) other than a grill grate, am I missing anything needed to cook?
6) any other suggested cleaning or modifications?
Overall I don’t mind spending a bit of money to clean it up, so let me know if there are some worthwhile replacements or upgrades you’d suggest.
Thanks!
Count your blessings and then host a feast for family and friends
Cook!
Damn man. That’s some lucky shit.
I hope you went out and bought a lottery ticket after you brought that egg home.
It really looks to be in great shape considering others I’ve seen posted! You can replace the cap with the newer type or just really clean the daisy wheel cap. Otherwise just scrape off the place setter and start using. I would be concerned with the enamel cracking and wouldn’t let it get wet if it is. BGE sells a touch up paint you can smear over the cracking.
The other day I left my BGE on the side of the road while I cleaned out my garage… It’s been missing since 🥲
Looks perfect. Cast iron deflector and a kick ash as well? Fire her up and LET HER RIP!!!
This made my day. A free green egg? You are one lucky person. Go buy a lottery ticket ASAP.
“Found on the side of the road” what a steal
Hop it wasn’t one 🙂 congrats to you
Great find! Can’t imagine pushing it that distance, those wheels are not built for distance!
Did this “side of the road” happen to also be someone’s backyard?
These posts are really getting out of hand 😅
“Yesterday, a 2Xl nearly rolled over me while I was out for a stroll!!1!”
Seriously though, time to buy a lottery ticket it seems 😀
Rejoice and be glad at your good fortune!! And, cook a pork butt! Congratulations!!
I got one with table for $500 barely used because the guys doc said he shouldn’t eat grilled food. The char was not good for him.
Buy a lottery ticket.
Lifting strap for support under the nest and egg. I wouldn’t trust a good nest for a long walk. Fold the tables down and walk it home. All components are replaceable. Burn it clean then replace parts.
Check to see if it has a tracking chip. Looks like a psy-op
Fire it up and enjoy
Lift with your legs. It’s a beast
Dang, somebody’s wife really mad them!
That’s crazy
Good dry brush and vacuum. Maybe replace that top vent. Then do a wide open 700 degree cook off will bring it back to white like new. Then just enjoy it.
Replace the dome vent and you should be good
I would replace the top damper and buy a new convector
Take out all the rusted pieces and replace. Fire up BGE and get it nice and hot for a few minutes on full blast. This will kill off anything living that has accumulated inside and also evaporate any moisture that has accumulated inside. Once everything has cooled you are good to go.
Take it home and love it