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Most of you read about my adventures in bead blasting. In particular the griddle.
Before:
http://static.flickr.com/38/11759618...0a5620.jpg?v=0
After:
http://static.flickr.com/54/12794611...3a49d8.jpg?v=0
It was obvious that the visible results were awesome. But, I just didn't know how well this surface would perform. So, I asked a local board member, MaryOpal, if she would be kind enough to test it out for me. (I won't be able to use my stove for quite a while).
Well, I just got a report and... IT WORKS! [img]graemlins/thumbs_up.gif[/img] Maybe Belinda will add something here, so this won't just be coming from me [img]wink.gif[/img]
<font color="#FFFFFF" size="1">[ May 24, 2006 10:52 AM: Message edited by: FatFutures ]</font>
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It looks brand new! I've never seen a "one piece" griddle. Mine is divided into two sections with a ridge in the middle. It seems like your one piece would be more practical. Where did you get it?
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I was wondering about how common these griddles are, too. My three stoves all have griddles with a ridge across the middle.
Does anyone know if the undivided griddles are associated with certain stove models?
-Jenn
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In our experiment, Michelle and I traded griddles - her griddle from a Model C (pictured) marked on the back 4733. This griddle fits my Model 11B, but as noted, does not have the middle ridge. I assumed that the Model C griddle did not have the middle ridge. I should also add that I have two model B stoves, and the griddles on each are slightly different.
In my first attempt to cook pancakes on the blasted griddle, I did not fare so well. The pancakes stuck. I tried again today, and the griddle worked beautifully. I believe the difference was the grease. The first time I used Wesson Oil. Today I used Crisco, and made sure the griddle was adequately greased. It worked like a charm. I definitely think that Michelle is on to something here with her bead blasting. Thanks again Michelle.
<font color="#FFFFFF" size="1">[ May 24, 2006 08:59 PM: Message edited by: maryopal ]</font>
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I've been told by those who know cast iron cookware to NEVER use oil to season them - always use a high-quality shortening like Crisco or Mrs. Tucker's. Apparently, the heat used to season the pans breaks down the oil and it loses it's stick-a-bility.
Perhaps the same is true for cooking on a griddle...
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Fat futures,
It looks awesome!! Just like new [img]graemlins/thumbs_up.gif[/img]
Is this the bead blaster you got at Harbor Freight?? If so, tell us any tips or trick you learned using it.
Wonder would happen if you used it on the oven racks??
Big Bertha's griddle has the ridge in the middle too,
berlyn
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Also, if you do bead blast the broiler platter and need a tester, I am volunteering.
I'm south from ya.
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Berlyn,
If you look at my Flickr photos you'll see that I've already done my broiler. It looks like NEW. Apparently the griddle and broilers were made differently. They have a different finish. The broiler pan came out looking show room new!
Yes, I got the blasting cabinet at Harbor Freight. I've used it for SO many things... I love it! No real tricks... make sure you use glass bead and once you've blasted the caca out of it, finish it with 0000 steel wool.
I am so jazzed about the results. Now all I have to do is send of the parts for re-chroming and then I can put the Beast back together! (sigh) I sure wish we were closer to doing the kitchen remodel. I am ready to use my baby!
Oh Berlyn, I would think blasting your oven racks would be a good idea. They are chrome and I dont' think it would stand up to that treatment!
If you decide you don't want to go to all the expense of buying a blasting cabinet and air compressor, let me know. I'd be happy to do those pieces for you. Pretty cheap too [img]biggrin.gif[/img]
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Oh Fat Futures,
Hubby is a tool/gadget guy. The only thing we don't have is a sand blaster. He's got an air compressor and most of the tools for them. But now we have a reason to get one!!
Thanks for the kind offer.
What part of Dallas are you in??
My brother lives in Keller/Southlake area closer to Ft Worth.
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Berlyn, get to Harbor Freight this week. They have a good sized (same one that I got) blasting cabinet for $94 and change.
I love my blasting cabinet. I've used it on several rusty crusty old pieces of cast iron. Many of the cast iron "expert" say that blasting is a no-no, that it harms the surface. But, I don't see that being the case. Not using glass beads, anyway. Besides, if doesnt harm these aluminum pieces, how can it hurt cast iron????
We live in Richardson (North Dallas). I go to Keller quite often though. The Great Dane Rescue that I volunteer for has their main "office" there.
Good luck with the blasting... make sure you take before and afters to show us!
