Alex was encouraged by friends to rescue this cast-out vintage (about 1995) Weber grill... and some sister parts, he found on the streets of Charlestown, MA where he lived. Like our Jeep Wrangler '95, this was the end of a heavy metal era while the upgrades are impressive enough and the size just right for Old Farm. Although Alex began the restoration, Christian was able to complete the project before our Labor Day family picnic here.
Most of the parts came from internet sources since restoring these grills has become a cult club it seems. Christian made the wooden pieces he sealed though to replace the plastic slats, which is a wonderful look I think. This was a complete disassembly and rebuild with some upgraded parts, and utensils from Ocean State Job Lots. The propane tank was another free find.
Here is a link to the process: http://imgur.com/a/3m6e4
Here is a second vintage Weber that Christian restored for his old farmhouse in Hopewell. The handle was made from a fallen Sycamore branch with a live edge left on it. There are many large; beautiful Sycamore trees here.
This vintage Weber grill restoration is such a fun and rewarding project! I love how you brought new life to a classic piece—there’s something so satisfying about preserving quality craftsmanship rather than replacing it. Your attention to detail and the step-by-step breakdown are incredibly helpful for anyone looking to take on a similar task. It’s inspiring to see how a little effort and creativity can revive something functional and full of character. For those tackling larger home upgrades, R for Remodelers offers expert guidance and remodeling services to make any vision a reality. Great work!
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