My last gasket replacement I put acetone in a plastic squirt bottle and soaked the old gasket before trying to scape it off. A lot more of the old gasket will scrape off clean so there's less to scrape and brush. A little more acetone later to get it squeaky clean.
If, like me, you have an XL Egg, remember that top dome is HEAVY and if you are not used to hoisting it by yourself, have a spotter nearby to help re-center the dome in the ring. I got hung up on the thermometer when the dome shifted. Great tip. I like to swap out my vent gasket at th same time as the main gasket (needs a bit more felt - they sell a separate gasket kit).
Thanks for the video. It would be nice to have this checklist in pdf. Suggestions for content- what’s the best way to clean the plate setter and how’s the best way to avoid cracking the plate setter. I’ve gone through a couple probably due to to extreme of a temperature difference when outing into a hot egg.
Hi there, did you also did the dollar test? My XL was very difficult to get the alignment properly. Also the springs tend to pull the back of the lid up, i pulled to lower band a bit down on the back and its oke now.
HI Dan, Once I snug down the nut caps,. I will open the dome carefully and attached the springs. they are in a relaxed position when the dome is open. Thanks, Chef Jason
Perfect time to do a high temp burn off since you're ready to replace the gasket anyway. It would be a good video, but I think you're supposed to remove the thermometer if you get it up close to 1000 deg. You're dome and fire ring whitens up almost like new. I plan to do this soon as my gasket is getting old and brittle.
HI User, Once I snug down the nut caps,. I will open the dome carefully and attached the springs. they are in a relaxed position when the dome is open. Thanks, Chef Jason
Thanks for watching, I find removing the lid helps me get the gasket seated properly and then also helps with alignment of the dome to the base. No overbite or underbite. But whatever works best for each person is great. Happy Cooking, Chef Jason
Nice clear video. I was just gonna do this without the video but I’m glad I watched this first.
I recently acquired a used medium BGE & it need a new gasket. Very helpful video!
Couldn't have done it without you!!!
Chief Jason Moore here again to enlighten us.
Ha Ha, thanks. Happy Cooking, Chef Jason
Great video!
Really helped me to change my gasket 😊
Great Video!
It really helped me change my gasket without any problems😊
My last gasket replacement I put acetone in a plastic squirt bottle and soaked the old gasket before trying to scape it off. A lot more of the old gasket will scrape off clean so there's less to scrape and brush. A little more acetone later to get it squeaky clean.
We used acetone on this change and we’re able to get all the gasket material off to ensure the new gasket sticks good. Happy Cooking. Chef Jason
If, like me, you have an XL Egg, remember that top dome is HEAVY and if you are not used to hoisting it by yourself, have a spotter nearby to help re-center the dome in the ring. I got hung up on the thermometer when the dome shifted. Great tip. I like to swap out my vent gasket at th same time as the main gasket (needs a bit more felt - they sell a separate gasket kit).
Thanks for the video. It would be nice to have this checklist in pdf.
Suggestions for content- what’s the best way to clean the plate setter and how’s the best way to avoid cracking the plate setter. I’ve gone through a couple probably due to to extreme of a temperature difference when outing into a hot egg.
Lol! Cut bottom gasket too short and tried to hide it by covering with left hand.. 😂
My large is 15 years old, I still have the tabs to hold my hinge in place. Thanks for the tips
Pumice stone helps if the old one is tough to get off
that will work too. Chef Jason
Hi there, did you also did the dollar test?
My XL was very difficult to get the alignment properly. Also the springs tend to pull the back of the lid up, i pulled to lower band a bit down on the back and its oke now.
I didn’t do the dollar test. I know there is a tiny bit of rear adjustment on the hinge to get it dialed in.
I use a an angle grinder with a wire brush attachment, painters suit, goggles and mask. That porcelain glaze is very resilient.
Can you do a peach cobbler or apple crisp on the traeger please and thank you Jason!
Great idea Jarred! We'll add it to the Chef's list!
Great idea. Sounds like it’s added to my list. :-). Apple crisp with sweet cream. Mmmmmm
What about reconnecting the spripngs?
HI Dan, Once I snug down the nut caps,. I will open the dome carefully and attached the springs. they are in a relaxed position when the dome is open. Thanks, Chef Jason
You said you needed a 1/4 inch gap on the lower band but you never adjusted it to that 1/4 inch gap.
HI Iharfor, apologies, it seems I did that off camera. Chef Jason
I don’t own a BGE (I’m Kamado Joe Big Joe guy) but I watched and liked your video cause your videos are very informative.
Perfect time to do a high temp burn off since you're ready to replace the gasket anyway. It would be a good video, but I think you're supposed to remove the thermometer if you get it up close to 1000 deg. You're dome and fire ring whitens up almost like new. I plan to do this soon as my gasket is getting old and brittle.
We will take a look at that. Thanks, Chef Jason
Where did you get that table? Thanks
Bill that is the new BGE Modular Nest. the side table is an add on, but makes for end epic pizza station. Chef Jason
Ace hardware carries them
Word of warning sometimes the existing gasket adhesive is insufficient. 3M Super 77 Spray Adhesive may be your friend.
Not necessary to remove the lid.
I was wondering this...
Exactly. This was a lot of work for no extra gain. I'm looking at my BGE now and no way I need to remove the lid to do this
Reba Squares
I came specifically to see the springs go on and I’ll be damned
HI User, Once I snug down the nut caps,. I will open the dome carefully and attached the springs. they are in a relaxed position when the dome is open. Thanks, Chef Jason
Complicated solution to a simple problem. You don't need to remove the lid.
Thanks for watching, I find removing the lid helps me get the gasket seated properly and then also helps with alignment of the dome to the base. No overbite or underbite. But whatever works best for each person is great. Happy Cooking, Chef Jason