Blackstone Griddle Cover Hinge

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Blackstone Griddle Cover Hinge

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2 жыл бұрын

I finally made the griddle hinges for my model 1866 Blackstone griddle. I have been searching for a long time and could never find anything so I made my own. If you would like it to match better, then paint the hinges black. If you enjoyed this video, please share and like.
Materials:
6" Flat Angle Bracket (the picture is wrong on website): www.lowes.com/pd/ReliaBilt-Re...
M6-1X20 SS Screws:
www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-6mm-...
1/4-20 SS Lock nuts:
www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-6-Co...
1/4-20x1/2 SS Machine screw (Picture wrong at HomeDepot):
www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-...
SS wind guards/choppers:
www.dollartree.com/cooking-co...
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@skool225 Жыл бұрын

You have my vote to be a Blackstone Engineer! Why in the Sam Hill would they make a cover that doesn't hinge. Bad Design on their part! Thank the Good Lord we still have people that use their brains! Awesome modification to the lid sir! 5 Stars 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You will like the modification.

@markraciborski4289 5 ай бұрын

I guessing to stop people from lowering the cover while cooking. The stove isn't designed for that, as I recall. Trapping too much heat? It's not a grill, nor smoker.

@cjgober4400 8 күн бұрын

They make them with a cover. Just way more expensive.

@Mate-bu3hg Ай бұрын

Thank You I made 2 sets this week. Painted black and add a couple washers between the 2 pieces. They work great! Thanks for sharing this idea. I also added a long handle to the front it gave it a classy look and is functional.

@robertjordan5468 2 жыл бұрын

Wife just bought a cover like that and wanted me to hinge it. As much as I enjoy fabricating little projects, I'll always jump all over a good idea. The fact that you even listed all necessary material, outstanding. Thank you sir.

@garrettscherling7515 Жыл бұрын

Awesome idea definitely gonna do this. Only thing I'm gonna change is I will take the handles off the top and put on the front of the lid!

@rustinbarrett4698 3 ай бұрын

Man this is one of the most thorough, well explained and useful videos I have watched. 100% am making this mod. I even picked up a trick to block the heat from torching my serving plates! Well done man, you earned a follow!

@fixthemthings 3 ай бұрын

Glad I could help. You will like it. Use one of the heat shields to block the grease trap to keep the critters out when not in use.

@YarnellCrew 3 ай бұрын

Not that it matters, although they do help block the heat they were originally produced to help block the wind from blowing out you fire. That was one of the biggest complaints with the older style Blackstones was that design made it like a wind tunnel and it was hard to keep the flame going on a windy day. But yes they do work well for both reasons.

@HoustonR6ryda 5 ай бұрын

Last year my millenial neighbor moved and left a 36" blackstone on the back patio,I call to remind him he said he did'nt want it because it was rusty...."SCORE".. easy wire wheel on the grinder job, after a couple seasoning runs,we had awesome tacos .This is an awesome mod.here from TBH.

@RobWoodring-ql6gm Ай бұрын

Nicely done. Thank you for being concise and sticking to the task!

@Rick_1337 Жыл бұрын

Your video is awesome. Thank you so much for making this. I knew what I wanted but couldn't picture in my head how to make it. I can't believe they don't actually come with these hinges as part of the grill itself.

@zachblakee1115 28 күн бұрын

Nice work, I'll be doing this tomorrow. Just got the grill and wasn't going to pay $100-150 more for a different lid. Was going to figure it out myself but then i checked youtube. Thank you! 👌👍

@stevekrause6065 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a wonderful idea. I installed the hinges as you described and they work perfectly.

@fjimmel Жыл бұрын

Just got my blackstone today. So glad I found this video. I love to modify my bbq's. I'm going to modify even before I season thanks to you.

@normsandre4974 2 ай бұрын

Brilliant!! And love the clarity of your instructions

@vietnamerapatriot2683 2 жыл бұрын

Followed your instructions, worked out very well and all so added a handle to the front of the cover.

@karencross8077 9 ай бұрын

This is genius. Thanks so much for posting this hack and saving us all our hard earned money. Your video and instructions are very clear and simple to follow.

@JediTim28 Жыл бұрын

This is amazing. Really appreciate that you gave all the part numbers. I have the 1825 and may need to modify a little, however, with your guide that will be easy. Thanks.

@phillydan Жыл бұрын

Great job. Thank you very much for taking the time to post this much needed fix.

@jamesgayle6531 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding project I finished with high temp paint and may add lift handle but not really needed. Thanks again for great plans, directions and project

@demdaone 2 жыл бұрын

You have now made my decision on which grill to buyso much easier. I appreciate your ingenuity

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help.

@grahamritchie1218 Жыл бұрын

Very well thought out and saved us a chunk of time...Kudos to you

@OurBackwoodsHomestead 3 ай бұрын

Great idea! I just got a 28" Blackstone first thing I noticed was the drain pan is in the way if you wanna hang the cover from the hooks. Im gonna do this to mine thanks!

@lasserious Жыл бұрын

Super good idea! Just got a 28' Blackstone and I was looking for hard cover options. Thank you

@Brian_Mowry__BMOW71 2 жыл бұрын

Simple, easy and cheap! Great idea! Love it! Thanks for sharing!

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

You will like it!

@robertellis8892 2 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome--great job

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It works great. Made grilling much better.

@TexasBeardAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Great video brother…….I like the idea I’ll probably do the same on my blackstone. Thanks for sharing 🤠

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

You will like it. Makes cooking setup a little easier.

@VicHipp-rl4mq 3 ай бұрын

Great job worked good on my old model 1554 0:58

@andrew5168 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! exactly what I was looking for

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help. You will like it!

@corkeygaylor1746 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much...works great!!

@jesusdominguez8833 3 ай бұрын

Thanks. Just did this today came out nice.

@fixthemthings 3 ай бұрын

Good deal.

@randy7102 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I found this video! Just bought this griddle and was wondering how I could make this happen. Thanks soooo much!

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

You will like it! Leave the back part sticking out for the cover to rest on. Tighten the hinge bolts enough to create friction. It makes cooking so much better.

@showcasecharlie11 2 жыл бұрын

@@fixthemthings Could you use another bolt and nut as a stop for the bracket to rest against when open? Then cut the excess off the back, and eliminate the spot damage that would happen to the lid resting on that portion of bracket? Then paint it all black to match. I'm thinking that excess bracket sticking out could be an issue for some people... But I do like this idea..it's best one I've seen so far and close to what I was thinking about doing myself...I wasn't enthusiastic about buying a whole new lid with the hinge setup.

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

@@showcasecharlie11 the bracket sticking out hasn’t been a problem for me. My griddle backs up to a railing. Also the bracket does not harm the cover at all since I rounded it. You could always put a plastic sleeve on the extension to protect from metal to metal contact. I wish I could post a picture here but I just checked mine for rubbing the paint off. Mine is still good.

@showcasecharlie11 2 жыл бұрын

@@fixthemthings Awesome 👍...I was just wondering is all...you definitely helped me decide on what to do. You done well.

@stevesmith8125 11 ай бұрын

You just saved me from buying a $147 hinged lid! I cannot thank you enough. I also bought my 36" Blackstone from Tractor Supply. Thanks again. I will be watching you in the future.

@fixthemthings 11 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@TheMongo1357 4 ай бұрын

Will this also work on the Members Mark brand (Sam's Club) 36" flat top griddle? Looks like it will....if it does, I will paint my hinges with high heat black paint. Thanks for video!

@C-Young. 2 жыл бұрын

You are a legend. Thank you sir

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help.

@kevinwelsh212 11 ай бұрын

great idea

@4mudski Ай бұрын

Now all you have to do is paint it black!! Great job!

@debragibson3489 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!!!

@RealSnowMan78 Жыл бұрын

Ingenious

@michaelrojano475 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I couldn't bring myself to buy the more expensive Blackstone model just to get a hinged hood so I opted to buy my griddle at Tractor Supply. This is a perfect solution. Thanks again.

@pamfoss1434 Жыл бұрын

this work great . but no gringer so i placed tennis balls that i put a slice into for the end of "L BRACKET so i can put on my cover with out tearing or making a worn spot.....even a girl can do this ...THANKS for a great video.

@gaetanomanila8894 2 жыл бұрын

Your awesome! Thank you just what I wanted to do

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@mikeoxier2003 Жыл бұрын

I knocked over my grease tray and kept scratching my head. Thank you for this video! Do you ever like seeing people who replicate what you do?

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

You will like it so much better. Keep the part that sticks out for the cover to rest on.

@mikeoxier2003 Жыл бұрын

@@fixthemthingsdid you sawzall the 2nd L brackets so it slides back and forth not hitting anything? I see the saw out.

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

Yes. Cut part of the bracket that attaches to the cover near the pivot point.

@benjaminbailey7429 2 жыл бұрын

Man that’s impressive. Good project

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I’m really liking it. It was cheap and easy. I searched for a long time for a hinge and couldn’t find anything. Solved.

@benjaminbailey7429 2 жыл бұрын

When the cover is closed instead of having that piece of L bracket sticking out that can rip the cover. I think I’m gonna cut it off then use a piece of very small chain to act as limiting straps so the cover doesn’t go too far back.

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

@@benjaminbailey7429 I actually like the piece sticking out after using it a few times. It does not damage the cover at all since it is rounded over. I like that the hinge bolts are tight enough to keep the cover at different positions without falling. I always just leave it resting on the extended piece though.

@benjaminbailey7429 2 жыл бұрын

Got my griddle cover completed today. In between the 2 L brackets that hinge I used a 1/4” nylon washer in between. Also went down the kitchen cabinet aisle and got a stainless handle about 8” long for front to open and close easier. Thanks again for the video

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

@@benjaminbailey7429 awesome. Good deal.

@kevinkelm4673 2 жыл бұрын

You need 6 1/4-20 X1/2. 4 for the cover and 2 for the hinge point

@piedmontdiesel Жыл бұрын

Sweet!!! Start selling em!! Good job cuz... going to Lowe's tomorrow 😂

@piedmontdiesel Жыл бұрын

Take that shit to shark tank!!!!

@springwellssw Жыл бұрын

Genius

@philCooks2000 2 жыл бұрын

This is a fantastic video. Thank you for sharing. Have you thought about putting a handle on the front lip of the cover to make lifting a little easier?

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I was gonna put a handle on it but I just grab both corners and lift. I don’t see a need for a handle now. It has really made my grilling experience so much better doing this.

@jasonwundrock9722 2 жыл бұрын

Damn, this is awesome. Thanks my man! Why does it seem like us 28” griddle owners get screwed with accessories?

@jimhale665 2 жыл бұрын

I ordered a lid from Amazon for less then $50. I don’t feel short changed. The 28” gives you plenty of space. Enjoy.

@BassMent70 Жыл бұрын

Nice

@cliftonhead9665 Жыл бұрын

The with bottom L-braces installed measurement 36 1/4, the griddles top is a lot wider measure 36 9/16. did you have to bend the L-braces to make it fit the top or top fit the bottom.

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

I did not have to bend them.

@pauladams9313 Жыл бұрын

Really good detail on the steps, parts, etc., without getting too drawn out. Thanks for making this video! I also want to use the hard-cover as a heat-retention lid (for use during cooking) but the cover explicitly states it shouldn't be used like that. Do you think it's just because those "feet" make contact with the cooking surface when the lid is down? I'm considering doing your hinge modification, and then putting in a different foot/support, maybe in the corners near the front of the unit, and removing the existing "feet". Thoughts?

@pauladams9313 Жыл бұрын

Ah... I just read your reply to a different comment about using the lid during cooking and how the paint is possibly not heat-resistant.

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

@@pauladams9313 yes. The paint will definitely flake off. You don’t want to eat that. I would use the choppers from dollar store to retain heat and keep from burning plates on the shelves. Also, put one of the choppers over the grease catch when storing to keep the mice out.

@awesomeally9661 Жыл бұрын

HELP....I could not get the lock nuts to work over the pivot screw/bolt....I had no problems with the 4 in the cover. Do you have any suggestions please or should I switch to longer ones like the Home Depot Everbilt ones?

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

When I was buying screws for this project there were supply chain issues so I had to buy from different stores. I’m not sure what your problem is but definitely use the nylok nuts. It will make the lid stay in position.

@ecto4chevytahoe992 Жыл бұрын

Is there a vertical gap in the back between the lid and griddle that could let dirt in? I live in vegas and it gets windy and dusty

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

The lid is over an inch below the griddle in line with the bottom bracket. It sets back about 2” in line with the back of the grease catch. I can’t attach picture. It should show in the video.

@svereb1 Жыл бұрын

Great plan. Have you considered a cotterless hitch pin to hold the top up so you can cut the back of the bottom bracket off (minute 5:50)

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

I actually like it like it is. Less things to keep up with. It rests nicely on the piece sticking out. Tighten up the lock nuts enough to keep the cover in the upright position. You will like it.

@svereb1 Жыл бұрын

@@fixthemthings Has it cut your cover?

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

@@svereb1 no. It’s all good.

@davesnyder1183 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video--I have the same griddle---Just curios --Why do you have to raise the back up a little before you drill the pivot holes?--Does the cover hit the back if you don't?

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

You don’t have to do that. I just wanted to make sure it was off a little bit to eliminate heat transfer and so the paint wouldn’t come off.

@robertellis8892 2 жыл бұрын

CanI pay you to make those for me and ship them?

@cliftonhead9665 Жыл бұрын

Can you tell us where you got the 2 looks like stainless handles, you're using for wind guards from and maybe the item numbers. Went to two-dollar stones nothing said never seem any. BTW great video.

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

Dollar Tree has them. www.dollartree.com/cooking-concepts-stainless-steel-chopper-scrapers/226405

@eadracing Жыл бұрын

What are those holes intended for?

@terb7676 14 күн бұрын

can someone help me? I can't figure out pivot point the pivot point moves when i test open and close lid

@fixthemthings 14 күн бұрын

Not exactly sure what you are describing. Moves how? Did you use lock nuts on the pivot point and tighten them enough to create drag so the lid won’t fall down?

@terb7676 14 күн бұрын

@fixthemthings I haven't drilled into the lid yet because when I tried and mocked up, hinge on lid the pivot hole on lid hinge moves when I move hood up and down

@jareddepew9292 Жыл бұрын

So my top is about 1/2” to wide for this to work without bending brackets out. Can i just throw a couple washers on each hinge screw?

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

1/2” wider than the frame or the griddle pan? Should be the same as mine. The brackets may bend a little with no problem.

@jareddepew9292 Жыл бұрын

So i actually ended up putting 6 washers on each side my lid had alot of space. But it still works great

@Klu10kamper 7 ай бұрын

Did the shelves still fold down, did you have to shim the front brackets?

@fixthemthings 7 ай бұрын

Everything works like normal. That’s why I made it this way. Hope you like it.

@shahramhomami Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I bought all the parts exactly as you laid them out. Question, does the lock nut become a problem with the heat? ie melting the plastic?

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

Nope. No problem. This is why I designed it this way. It is not attached to the cast iron. There may be heat that comes out the side but not hot enough to melt it. I haven’t had an issue. You will like it.

@shahramhomami Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Last question, any issues with the zinc plated 6” corner brackets rusting? I will have mine covered just like yours, but if I am using all SS screws, should I consider stainless steel brackets? I just hate drilling SS, it always dulls my bits. I would rather go with the zinc plate like you show.ed. Thanks again.

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

@@shahramhomami no problem with the zinc. I had a hard time finding some of those parts. That’s why some are from Home Depot and some from Lowes. Supply chain issues I guess. I didn’t see any SS brackets. I thought this setup would be the easiest reliable way to do it. Hope you like it.

@yyycma3 Жыл бұрын

Hi temp black paint would be a nice finishing touch.

@davidhunt4129 2 жыл бұрын

Can you use this lid to help cook or will it mess it up? That's my concern

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t use the lid. I think the paint will eventually peel off. Maybe into the food. I don’t think they used heat resistant paint.

@chieferoni Ай бұрын

Now you need to install a new handle on the front

@clonesback23 2 жыл бұрын

You should make these as a side business and sell them…. Also what were the things called for the side of the grill from the dollar store

@fixthemthings 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you liked the video. Here is a link to Dollar tree. www.dollartree.com/cooking-concepts-stainless-steel-chopper-scrapers/226405

@alliehunter9896 2 ай бұрын

What are the metal side pieces from dollar store called? Ty

@snyiper6883 2 ай бұрын

SS wind guards/choppers:

@evrlaw Жыл бұрын

I just purchased a Member’s Mark 4 burner griddle. I’ve seen that all covers for Blackstone 36” fit my griddle. Can this mod be done on the Member’s Mark griddle?

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

I am not sure. I would think so. I would have to see it.

@evrlaw Жыл бұрын

I followed your instructions and was able to convert an aftermarket hard cover to a hinged hard cover. How do I upload a short video to let you see how it came out?

@fixthemthings Жыл бұрын

@@evrlaw I don’t think KZfaq let’s you add pictures or videos in the comments. Only way would be to add a link to the video.