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BIFL grill? (lemmy.today)

I’d like to have something propane fueled since it’s easy to setup and clean but I could be convinced to go another way.

Not interested in the newer griddle-style cooktops, having an insert would be nice but I don’t want to be stuck with it as my only option.

Doesn’t need to be fancy or super large, I’d think just about anything larger than the classic clamshell grills would work fine.

Also, anyone had experience with natural gas grills? I’ve wondered what it would be like to have a grill you’d need to “plug in” to a natural gas line a plumber would install for the purpose. Seems like it would save a lot of headache with buying and storing propane tanks and it would also allow me to hookup a generator if the need arose.

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[-] actionjbone@sh.itjust.works 13 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

Seconding Weber.

It's not the only good brand out there. But no matter what type of grill or grill-adjacent hardware, Weber is safe for BIFL.

My Weber charcoal grill is second-hand, from a friend who really didn't take care of it. But even after years of abuse, it's still in great shape without any rust. I didn't even need to replace the grate, just thoroughly clean it.

My Weber smoker is 15+ years old. When a handle on the door came loose, they sent me a whole new replacement door at no charge (since the handle isn't intended to come off).

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