I got mine in 2009.
2010 Mods ...
Added larger wheels.
Steering for portability especially when smoke is going and wind changed direction.
Swing arm so it won't stick straight out
Don't make fun of my welding, this was my first try.
Dryer tube for smoke stack. Stove rope gasket around edge...can't see it to well.
Baffles
Basket. Made it from an old grocery cart.
2011 had to repair the flame shield brackets on the gas side...they rusted...No pics
2012 ... From my post on another link .....
I was wondering about adding ceramic briquettes. Debated about doing this since this unit has the charcoal side. Once the flame shields rusted, I came up with mod. The materials were about the same price as ordering 3 new flame shield from Char-Griller. Would have been cheaper and easier if I had made just one large basket but I liked keeping it modular and besides I really need practice welding.
Rusted Flame Shields. Not sure why they rusted so bad.
This and the brackets (last year) are the only things that needed replacing because of rust.
Material Used.
Basic frame.
A smaller flame shield with grate.
First basket.
Done. Just need to season the baskets.
Time will tell if it was worth it.