Upcycled pallets to build a BBQ cart

slugmong · Sep 3, 2014

I have been thinking about this for a while and had some time off so thought I would keep myself gainfully employed!

I used some old trolley wheels, dismantled pallets and some old wall studs. So far it has cost me time and some glue and screws!

I wanted worktop space and storage so I copied the look of the BGE tables. I will eventually fully clad it and put doors on the front (the only problem with using free stuff is finding enough of it). I will insulate the BBQ section and the Gas bottles too.

I was a bit concerned about the rim of the opening but did a test cook last weekend and it was fine, although I may stick some stove rope in there to be safe.

Hopefully it will be fine this weekend so I can finish her off!

slugmong · Sep 3, 2014

An extra bonus is that it is the perfect height for me to cook without bending down and it is a perfect height to lean against while sipping on a cold one!

Bob C Cue · Sep 3, 2014

Looking good. Nice work.

MartinM · Sep 3, 2014

Very handy looking kart... I like making stuff out of scraps... it appeals to me

slugmong · Sep 3, 2014

I am split on keeping it "Rustic" or beautifying it up!

Ol'Joe · Sep 3, 2014

Rustic is the only way to go, it'll age and get even better.

BobBrisket · Sep 3, 2014

Awesome looking cart and skillz!

Bob

mikemci · Sep 3, 2014

Looks good. Keep it rustic.

el_matt · Sep 3, 2014

Very nice. I vote to keep it funky.

Matt

Wickedcajun · Sep 3, 2014

Nice cart!!

Backfirin' BBQ · Sep 3, 2014

I like rustic.

retired trucker · Sep 3, 2014

I like that! The only thing I might do different, would be to have the kettle sticking up a little farther through the table top. Enough to allow the rim to be clear as some heat/smoke exits from the edge of the rim. Did you remove the handles?

Blessings,

Omar

slugmong · Sep 5, 2014

Omar, I didn't remove the handles basically I decided to make everything modular so I can take it all apart if we move (we have no rear access so everything has to go through the house). I was concerned it would be too high but the grill level is just right for me. I also thought about the height of the rim of the grill in relation to the table top, there is a few mm left to play with and if needed I suppose i can take the handles off but I am monitoring the heat on the wood and will adjust if needed.

slugmong · Sep 6, 2014

Moving along

Well got some more work done on my BBQ cart. The sides and rear are now enclosed and got one door and the insulation around the weber fitted. Just need to find a few more good pallets and I can finish her off!

dadsr4 · Sep 6, 2014

I'd keep it rustic and slap on a couple of coats of Thompson's water seal. Easy to maintain it down the road.

TurkeyLeg · Sep 6, 2014

Nice work! I vote for rustic as well!

slugmong · Sep 6, 2014

I have decided that I am going to keep the sides and one long side rustic and am going to paint a Texas flag on the remaining long side. My time serving in Texas is what turned me on to Q so I think it is right and proper that I celebrate that! Just need to decide if it will be the front which will always face me or the back which will face guests. I am erring towards putting it on the back so it is what greats guests when they arrive.

dadsr4 · Sep 6, 2014

slugmong said:
I have decided that I am going to keep the sides and one long side rustic and am going to paint a Texas flag on the remaining long side. My time serving in Texas is what turned me on to Q so I think it is right and proper that I celebrate that! Just need to decide if it will be the front which will always face me or the back which will face guests. I am erring towards putting it on the back so it is what greats guests when they arrive.

Just a suggestion. Thinking about future refinishing, why not screw on a removable Texas license plate. Easier than repainting.

slugmong · Sep 6, 2014

I am going to be using ten year weather proof paint and It will be covered when not in use so the finish should be pretty bullet proof for a few years. I would love to live in a climate that allows you to have grills out on the patio all year round! I think one of the criteria for our next house is a large area for a covered outdoor kitchen! Oh and a workshop so I can work in the dry!

Casey · Sep 6, 2014

Great job! I like your thinking on the Texas tribute!

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