Great Video, I contacted Ron Pratt about getting a gasket for my egg. He has changed some of the procedures. First he get away from Acetone and scraper. He suggest you get a 3M paint and Rust remover wheel. I will say this was very easy and done in 10 min. The wheel loosens the BGE gasket then you just peel it off. You then use the wheel to clean everything off. The rest of the instructions that come with the directions are similar to this video. Ran a cook for ribs and there was no smoke leaks and it held at 250 degrees.
Once again Ron another great video. I’ve installed many Rutland gaskets on my and friends eggs. A couple of suggestions that I do in addition to what you did. I use a wall paper roller to press the gasket onto the Permatex instead of the paper towel and wood. Another thing I do after their gasket has set for 24 hrs. I use a Mapp gas torch to burn off all the loose fibers that are on the gasket especially on the seam in the back. This way I don’t have to worry about the fibers flaking off and going on my food.
Any issue closing the egg lid after installing the gasket. After installing I closed the lid and noticed the front doesn’t quite meet the lip with the larger gasket. Will it settle as it sets or will I need to adjust the lid?
Another way to remove the old adhesive and tough stuck felt is with a drill with one of those stone-like sponge wheels. I do that every time and it won’t gouge your eggs rim. Great video. Thinking it’s time for me to tap Ron again for another kit.
Yep, that is definitely a great way to do it. I was afraid that people would go out and buy the wrong thing so I decided not to include power tools in the video. LOL.
Ron Pratt is a great guy to work with. I actually just installed a Rutland on my XL yesterday. Its curing for 24hrs now. I also used the paint remover disc to remove the old gasket residue and it made that task MUCH easier. I picked one up at Ace and it's used with a cordless drill. Ron has a picture of the one he recommends so you get the right one.
For someone looking for acetone in a small quantity, it can be purchased as finger nail polish remover. Just read the label to be sure its acetone and not something else.
Oh ok. I assumed it was a link I guess. In any case, I'm a little leery about using high heat silicone in a cook chamber where my food is cooking. Seems like there could be potential poisonous fumes drifting around inside my grill. Have you done any research on this to see if this could pose any kind of issues? Nice video by the way, and thanks for getting back to me. I'm just a little concerned and I'm sure you can understand why with the silicone being able to heat up and floating around in the cook chamber. I've seen others using it too so it's probably ok and just me. But I haven't been able to find anything anywhere actually saying this is bad or ok.
Dang! I just this weekend replaced my gasket. I have a 17-year-old Egg. I have every year replaced the gasket. I know it's been said That is too often. I have been using Lava Rocks Nomex for years. I have bookmarked Rutland and will try next year. I thought I had seen this stuff. Years ago, I had a Lang Backyard Smoker that used the same gasket.
I literally just bought a gasket yesterday and then saw this! I reached out to Ron. My only curiosity is the kamado Joe rotisserie working with only a gasket on the bottom. I don’t have one but was thinking about getting one of those or the Pizza Porta
My replacement gasket that I stuck on a few years ago is shot and I decided to check UA-cam to see if there's an upgrade and this definitely seems like it. Thanks for the video and information. Also I love Fogo.
I have a Rutland gasket on my woodburning fireplace doors, they have lasted for 15+ years with no issues. I am wondering about the high temp adhesive and any odors it may give off, probably have to do a break-in cook before using it with food? Rutland products can be had at Tractor Supply stores, just not in the specific lengths you may need for your Kamado type grill.
Thanks for the video. At some point (maybe years away!) you MIGHT want to replace the Rutland gasket, right? Any tips on removing the Permatex? Thanks.
Great info Ron! I’ve seen these on the BGE Forum and have thought I should upgrade next time I do gasket changes. Please update us with your thoughts as to how the Rutland holds up in regards to durability & how it seals vs the standard gasket moving forward.
Will this be the gasket you’ll be installin’ on all your eggs if you’re pleased with the end results? Your content never disappoints Ron. Love it! Love it!
Hi Raymond, my suggestion would be to contact Ron. His info is in the description. He cuts them to size and sends everything that you need except for the adhesive. He can better answer that question.
Couple of questions on the use of Rutland Gasket. I have a Jotisserie for my large Green Egg and it works great with seals on the top and bottom halves. Seems like I would have to keep my upper Green egg gasket to seal against the Jotisserie. Has anyone installed Rutland gasket to both the top and bottom parts of the egg? Will it close with both top and bottom with gaskets?
@@FOGOcharcoal Keith, I installed the regular gasket material on the top side of my JoeTisserie and the Rutland on the bottom side of the cooker. It works well since you won't have super high temp. cooks with the JoeTisserie Hope this helps
Even though its under a covered porch, that spot still gets wet. Plus, it is the only one that I take anywhere and here in S Florida, you never know when it's going to start raining.
Hey Jason, it looks exactly the same. I simply took a knife and trimmed the extra "ooze" from the glue. It was rubbery so it was very easy to work with.
Hi Ron, I was wondering, how would you recommend to store your egg if it is not used for a while so that it doesn’t get mould inside. Is there a way like leaving the vents open slightly under the covers ? And if there is mould that builds up best way to get all off and start grilling again.
Hey Mark, that is a great question. If you live in a high humidity area, I think that it's going to happen no matter what you do. I believe that leaving that bottom vent open a bit may help but its not fool proof. Make sure to clean the grates etc well before putting it away and that may help a bit too.
15 or more minutes at 500F + should burn off any mold issues. I live in the Ohio river valley with plenty of humidity... I typically just close off the vents after cooking and let it bake until the fire is smothered. Once it is cooled I have a kettle grill cover I put on it with a draw string for underneath. It stays on our patio year around and I have never noticed any mold issues storing this way.
That was a big problem for me here in Charlotte, North Carolina until I started putting a little shim, just big enough to prevent the lid from completely closing. I have used a number of things, from sticks, to a piece of Romex, to keep just a little space between the upper and lower gaskets. Door shims work great because they have an angle to them so there is not so much of an opportunity to dent the seal. After I did this and left the bottom vent open, I never had another problem.
Hey friend, nice work and I appreciate your videos. You are welcome to bring yourself and your tools to my house and replace my worn-out gasket! Continued success!!
Great Video, I contacted Ron Pratt about getting a gasket for my egg. He has changed some of the procedures. First he get away from Acetone and scraper. He suggest you get a 3M paint and Rust remover wheel. I will say this was very easy and done in 10 min. The wheel loosens the BGE gasket then you just peel it off. You then use the wheel to clean everything off. The rest of the instructions that come with the directions are similar to this video. Ran a cook for ribs and there was no smoke leaks and it held at 250 degrees.
That had to have been an easier way. Thanks for the update
Once again Ron another great video. I’ve installed many Rutland gaskets on my and friends eggs. A couple of suggestions that I do in addition to what you did. I use a wall paper roller to press the gasket onto the Permatex instead of the paper towel and wood. Another thing I do after their gasket has set for 24 hrs. I use a Mapp gas torch to burn off all the loose fibers that are on the gasket especially on the seam in the back. This way I don’t have to worry about the fibers flaking off and going on my food.
Thanks John, I'm glad you're enjoying the vids. I'm literally headed out now to burn off the stray fibers.
Any issue closing the egg lid after installing the gasket. After installing I closed the lid and noticed the front doesn’t quite meet the lip with the larger gasket. Will it settle as it sets or will I need to adjust the lid?
@@fredericonavarro8556 Just adjust your bands and preform the dollar bill test.
Another way to remove the old adhesive and tough stuck felt is with a drill with one of those stone-like sponge wheels. I do that every time and it won’t gouge your eggs rim. Great video. Thinking it’s time for me to tap Ron again for another kit.
Yep, that is definitely a great way to do it. I was afraid that people would go out and buy the wrong thing so I decided not to include power tools in the video. LOL.
Ron Pratt is a great guy to work with. I actually just installed a Rutland on my XL yesterday. Its curing for 24hrs now. I also used the paint remover disc to remove the old gasket residue and it made that task MUCH easier. I picked one up at Ace and it's used with a cordless drill. Ron has a picture of the one he recommends so you get the right one.
Yes sir, I would go that route next time as well.
Great video. I'm replacing my gasket with a Rutland as soon as the weather warms up a bit.
Nice! I can tell you this, I have been very happy with mine.
Thanks for the video. Depending on weather I'll be changing my gasket this weekend. Ron was super easy to work with!!
You are very welcome!
Just installed mine! Can't wait to cook on it this summer.
Have fun!
I use acetone and a small palm sander with 40 grit to clean the joints.
Yes sir, that'll work. Just be careful
For someone looking for acetone in a small quantity, it can be purchased as finger nail polish remover. Just read the label to be sure its acetone and not something else.
Thanks Mike, that's great to know!
Thanks. One less bottle of stuff on the self.
Oh ok. I assumed it was a link I guess. In any case, I'm a little leery about using high heat silicone in a cook chamber where my food is cooking. Seems like there could be potential poisonous fumes drifting around inside my grill. Have you done any research on this to see if this could pose any kind of issues? Nice video by the way, and thanks for getting back to me. I'm just a little concerned and I'm sure you can understand why with the silicone being able to heat up and floating around in the cook chamber. I've seen others using it too so it's probably ok and just me. But I haven't been able to find anything anywhere actually saying this is bad or ok.
Ihave not but it has been being done for years and years and I have never heard of any problems with it
Dang! I just this weekend replaced my gasket. I have a 17-year-old Egg. I have every year replaced the gasket. I know it's been said That is too often. I have been using Lava Rocks Nomex for years. I have bookmarked Rutland and will try next year.
I thought I had seen this stuff. Years ago, I had a Lang Backyard Smoker that used the same gasket.
Its definitely a great gasket
I have a large BGE and wanting to replace the OEM gasket with Rutland..Do I need to do the top dome gasket also? Thanks for your video..Excellent.
No need
I literally just bought a gasket yesterday and then saw this! I reached out to Ron. My only curiosity is the kamado Joe rotisserie working with only a gasket on the bottom. I don’t have one but was thinking about getting one of those or the Pizza Porta
I think you should be ok. Honestly, I have a few friends that don't even have gaskets on their Eggs.
My replacement gasket that I stuck on a few years ago is shot and I decided to check UA-cam to see if there's an upgrade and this definitely seems like it. Thanks for the video and information. Also I love Fogo.
Well! That is all great stuff and we are glad that you found us!
Slick gasket and great install
Thank you James, it seems like it may be a real upgrade.
I need to do this pretty soon! Is it necessary to remove the old gasket from the lid as well before installing the Rutland gasket on the bottom?
No, absolutely not. I left mine on.
@@FOGOcharcoal That greatly simplifies the process. Thanks.
Great video on how to install the rutland gasket on a BGE.
Thanks very much Ed, glad you liked it.
I have a Rutland gasket on my woodburning fireplace doors, they have lasted for 15+ years with no issues. I am wondering about the high temp adhesive and any odors it may give off, probably have to do a break-in cook before using it with food? Rutland products can be had at Tractor Supply stores, just not in the specific lengths you may need for your Kamado type grill.
That's fantastic, thanks Reagan! I am not getting any type of smell at all so far. The adhesive is meant for very high temperatures.
I noticed you didn't remove the gasket on the top dome of the EGG. Can you leave the top gasket in place if it's still good?
Absolutely. My top gasket had nothing wrong with it. My motto, if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Sooo how did you clean up the mess you made by using too much permatex?
A fine question....razor blade.
Thanks for the video. At some point (maybe years away!) you MIGHT want to replace the Rutland gasket, right? Any tips on removing the Permatex? Thanks.
Hey Peter, yes sir, I asked the guy and he says it is no problem and its actually easier to remove than the OEM gasket.
Where do I get gasket and adhesive? What part nnumber?
If you want a Rutland, the guys info is on the description. For a replacement for the BGE gasket, see our website.
Great info Ron! I’ve seen these on the BGE Forum and have thought I should upgrade next time I do gasket changes. Please update us with your thoughts as to how the Rutland holds up in regards to durability & how it seals vs the standard gasket moving forward.
Well, it'll take a while to see how long it lasts but I know guys that have had them on their Egg for 5+ years and still going strong.
Ron, What do you think about the Rutland Gasket now that you had had it for a while? Is it worth it to make the switch to it versus the BGE gasket?
I like it. I think the real advantage is that it will outlast the OEM gasket.
Rutland has a ceramic grill replacement with 3M adhesive… SKU: 99N12
Thank you
Will this be the gasket you’ll be installin’ on all your eggs if you’re pleased with the end results? Your content never disappoints Ron. Love it! Love it!
Thanks Fernie, If it works out well, I just may do that!
Hi im new to BGE life i just added an Xl to my pit. will this gasket work with probes and clean burns
Great content following for more Bge tips!!!
Yes sir, it sure will
Would you recommend using a belt sander to remove the old gasket?
I probably wouldn't recommend that myself but only because I don't know if it would take off a layer of ceramic.
Did you remove the old gasket on top?
Good question. I did not, the top gasket was still in good shape. I have friends that don't use a top gasket at all with the rutland
Another really good fun and educational video! How long did it take you to remove the old gasket?
Thanks John, oh, it only took about 6 hours. Lol, kidding. It was about 25 minutes or so.
I dont see any info on where to get the gasket....
It’s in the 1st paragraph of the video description.
I noticed that two types of this gasket is available one is 5/8 and the other 3/4 inch wide which should I use for the large big green egg?
Hi Raymond, my suggestion would be to contact Ron. His info is in the description. He cuts them to size and sends everything that you need except for the adhesive. He can better answer that question.
@@FOGOcharcoal ok then thanks
This gasket is a real upgrade! Let us know what you'd like to see us cover in a video.
Yes sir, we couldn't agree more!
Cooking a full steak meal with multiple sides that show timing in between
Couple of questions on the use of Rutland Gasket. I have a Jotisserie for my large Green Egg and it works great with seals on the top and bottom halves. Seems like I would have to keep my upper Green egg gasket to seal against the Jotisserie. Has anyone installed Rutland gasket to both the top and bottom parts of the egg? Will it close with both top and bottom with gaskets?
You know, that is an eggcellent question Keith. I actually left my top gasket on my egg after installing the rutland.
@@FOGOcharcoal Keith, I installed the regular gasket material on the top side of my JoeTisserie and the Rutland on the bottom side of the cooker. It works well since you won't have super high temp. cooks with the JoeTisserie Hope this helps
Why the rain cap on the Minimax?…..
Even though its under a covered porch, that spot still gets wet. Plus, it is the only one that I take anywhere and here in S Florida, you never know when it's going to start raining.
How does it look 24 hours later?
Hey Jason, it looks exactly the same. I simply took a knife and trimmed the extra "ooze" from the glue. It was rubbery so it was very easy to work with.
Rutland is the way to go!
I do believe that you may be correct
I’ve been curious about these great job on the video.
Thanks TJ. So far, it seems very good, time will tell.
When you say the cup side, what side is that??
When you lay it flat, it should curl up on the edges on one side. That is the cup side.
@@FOGOcharcoal
Thanks again!
Hi Ron,
I was wondering, how would you recommend to store your egg if it is not used for a while so that it doesn’t get mould inside. Is there a way like leaving the vents open slightly under the covers ? And if there is mould that builds up best way to get all off and start grilling again.
Hey Mark, that is a great question. If you live in a high humidity area, I think that it's going to happen no matter what you do. I believe that leaving that bottom vent open a bit may help but its not fool proof. Make sure to clean the grates etc well before putting it away and that may help a bit too.
@@FOGOcharcoal thanks Ron 👍🏻😊
15 or more minutes at 500F + should burn off any mold issues. I live in the Ohio river valley with plenty of humidity... I typically just close off the vents after cooking and let it bake until the fire is smothered. Once it is cooled I have a kettle grill cover I put on it with a draw string for underneath. It stays on our patio year around and I have never noticed any mold issues storing this way.
@@reaganl.5113 thanks Reagan 😊
That was a big problem for me here in Charlotte, North Carolina until I started putting a little shim, just big enough to prevent the lid from completely closing. I have used a number of things, from sticks, to a piece of Romex, to keep just a little space between the upper and lower gaskets. Door shims work great because they have an angle to them so there is not so much of an opportunity to dent the seal. After I did this and left the bottom vent open, I never had another problem.
How is the gasket holding up?
It is doing very well!
Hello, is there a similar gasket set for Kamado Joe?
I am sure this would work for the KJ too. Contact Ron and ask him. His info is in the description
@@FOGOcharcoal Thank you.
We need the 😢link for rutland
The guys email is in the video description
What about the top gasket?
You'll no longer need a top gasket with a Rutland Gasket.
Thanks!
@@FOGOcharcoal do you need to remove the top gasket as well during the prep?
@@fredericonavarro8556 You don't have to
Hey friend, nice work and I appreciate your videos. You are welcome to bring yourself and your tools to my house and replace my worn-out gasket! Continued success!!
You know Ron, that is very kind of you to make that offer! What state do you live in?
@@FOGOcharcoal lol, I’m in Maryland ….. just a bit up I95. I’ll leave the light on. See ya soon!!
Don’t use acetone!!!
Why?
Big Green Egg recommends acetone. Not sure why someone would say different.
Why is that John?
exactly.
I'm with you Mike.
What a mess! Typical … why make it so complicated… the standard bge version is perfect.
Many....and I do mean MANY, prefer the Rutland Gasket. It lasts much much longer.