Coolest Weber Performer Ever!? | Epic BBQ kettle mods & accessories | “Pimp My Grill”

The Weber performer kettle is fantastic w/o mods or accessories but today we “Pimp my grill” to create my dream Weber kettle grill. We change the color, the handle, add a Slow ‘n Sear, Grillgrate, BBQ Guru (partyQ), a decal, etc. Modifications are so much fun. Hope you enjoy this one and I hope you share yours next!
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Louis @ R-shack BBQ (how to do the mods):
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Weber performer
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Red kettle
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Slow N Sear 2.0
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Easy Spin grate
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Slow ‘N Sear “trifecta” (SnS, Drip n Griddle, Easy Spin Grate bundle)
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[@BabyBackManiac]

Think your cooker is cooler than mine? Show me! I’ll put it on my channel!!!

[@raygt2790]

Baby Back Maniac awesome video

[@pezrok1]

You should make this a competition with a winner and an award to follow.

[@JoelMacarioArt]

so funny you guys compain about prices lol, come live in europe... weber performer 500€ cover ? 100/120€ ;)

[@Dorismyers69]

How much are the brackets

[@LouisatRshackBBQ]

Hey Justin - unfortunately Jules V F.B. Page got hacked so he had to change his name to Bukid Noon

[@BBQandBottles]

You had me at “I stuck my Weber in the living room and that’s where it’s been for the last THREE months”. Amazing - YOU’RE A LEGEND

[@BabyBackManiac]

LOL. Yeah just as my wife about that. Never mind, don’t. I might need to park another one in the living room someday

[@BBQCrasher]

The editing is superb. BIG thanks for bringing back the 80's music.

[@dwilliams2794]

It was very cool seeing someone that just enjoys their Weber like I do. I've only done the basic upgrades to mine and already have people asking for "the list" so they can do theirs but what you did there was pretty sweet. Thanks for sharing and Happy Queing !

[@kendorsey4499]

For someone with no skills. You did quite well. You took an idea and made it a reality. You win the internet for the day!👍😎

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks!

[@BallisticBBQ]

Justin... This video was F-ing awesome! I loved every minute of it brother! Dig on that performer. WOW!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks buddy. I'm glad you like it. Fly back over and I'll let you cook on it.

[@victorbenner539]

As so many have already mentioned, well done And I love your idea of getting others involved in sending their Weber pictures in. It's truly a joy seeing you back in your groove. 🍻

[@BabyBackManiac]

thanks man.

[@bbq-blues8664]

This, as all you’re videos, made me smile! Your a hell of an influencer! Thanks for all you do 👍🏻

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks a lot Eric.

[@daddydutchbbq]

Well done Justin ! The red and black goes well together especially with the vinyl lettering! Looks awesome !

[@GugaFoods]

I need that red BEAUTY in my life! Damm that looks nice... Love the edits brother!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks brother

[@will-dd7ou]

hey brother

[@marcocendejas5144]

That kettle is freaking awesome! Weber should take note... Lol. Keep up the great work. BTW loved that 80s intro music.

[@JoshandBabe]

Justin, this video is epic! You did such a good job. From the edits, sound, the kettle. A+++. Very impressive.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks guys. I really appreciate it.

[@Fullnelsonbbq2020]

Nice up grade mod. Totally compliments on who you are and what you love doing. Thanks for sharing

[@Cookoutcoach]

Very cool Justin, it’s always a lot of fun to take something and customize it to really make it your own 👍

[@dougjoha]

Loving the new 80's inspired intro music...Epic!

[@camsbeoch]

I love watching your videos, mainly because I think you are an awesome dude. Keep up the good work

[@bgbbq8449]

Love the 80’s theme music! Sweet mod man!!!

[@SL1CK1307]

Dang bro very cool. Glad you popped into my KZbin feed lol. Now a days weber makes the different color weber kettle for the performer series but they want more for a different color. So I bought the black one thinking one day I'll get a regular kettle and swap it. Very cool that you did that 2 years ago lol

[@optionsbbq]

Great video Justin. The new modified rig looks great.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Another awesome video Justin! I thought you were gonna include a segment of me calling you while you were shooting this video? LOL Good times brother!!! I'm very happy that you got the grill "pimped" out like you wanted it. It really does look very nice! Can't wait to see it in person! How does tomorrow work for you? LOL

[@BabyBackManiac]

lol. That would be awesome. Come on over.

[@TROYCOOKS]

@@BabyBackManiac I'm on my way, so leave the light on!!! LOL See ya soon my brother!!!

[@antoniotorres1263]

Love the music used today. Took me back to the 80"s

[@sfmgolf]

Your music sounded like 70’s cop show! Love it! I always enjoy your videos Justin!

[@williamwilson4168]

Nice job Bro, it’s a nice addition to your Weber collection, happy grilling.

[@jfox195]

Justin that is SO cool. Nicely done !

[@WhiskyandBBQ]

I like it Justin. Love it when people show love to the kettles. CHEERS!!!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Cheers man.

[@tomstestkitchen]

Excellent job on the transformation Justin, I love those decals!

[@phililpb]

I feel like after all the mods all that changed was the colour

[@Theeightmilebend]

Wow Justin that looks bad-ass !! You did a great job !

[@tomsbackwoodsbbq]

definitely need to get the slow and sear and spin grate . Great vid thanks for showing!

[@ldoubleg2006]

I just bought this grill...worth every penny!!

[@mikep5701]

Just BAM Justin! Another Great video! Thanks.

[@loneoakkitchen1711]

You know I love this video! Great job Justin!

[@BabyBackManiac]

thanks man. I figured you would.

[@thebackyardgriller9076]

Nice job man! Love it. The logo looks killer.

[@beers-jackofbbq]

Great video, always entertaining! Keep up the great work!

[@RicsBBQSpecialties]

That’s a beautiful looking Weber upgrade 👍🏼

[@ggggggcaipad]

Great video Justin. Your content is always really entertaining. I learn a little. I laugh a little. Keep it up.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks Niknod. I really appreciate it.

[@donaldjeansonne8667]

Great video as usual. Keep making these videos.

[@anthonydenowski4051]

Very Nice Mod Justin!! You just gave me an idea. Cheers!

[@cbyrd2productions]

Very nice setup! 👍

[@nora22000]

"We are each other's people." Love ya, Justin! Let's get world peace, one bbq grill at a time!

[@SmokedReb]

Yeah buddy! That was a n awesome video, entertaining from the start to end. Can't wait for some cooks on your new(ish) performer.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks man. Have a great weekend.

[@1984BBQ]

Great Mod Justin ... That turned awesome and deffently like the logo on the table

[@tuckahero28]

perfect mod! beautiful!

[@charlesphillips9442]

Looks good, great video!

[@gabbysgrills343]

YAY YAY gabbys grills. Thanks for the shot out . Awesome performer. Nothing better then the red kettle. God bless brotha

[@jaguardrywall7965]

Hey Junior I need you to send me a 26 in Santa Maria grill 2 Jacksonville Florida. Do you have any already made that you can send off

[@jaguardrywall7965]

Are the 26 in Santa Maria grills sturdy just like the 22 in

[@jaguardrywall7965]

Do you have any videos using the 26 in Santa Maria grill

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks Jr. Love your grills man

[@johnme4443]

your kidding me..i wrkd at lowes for 14yrs.ive got all those Saturday workshop builds.love your channel!

[@BadBeastBarbecue]

Nice upgrade Justin, I am going to have to make my own sticker and redo my performer table, nice video brother!!!!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks Daryl.

[@Kenned1985]

now thats a nice grill Justin. looks awesome :)

[@chiquitoramos9020]

Good job, came out really nice...

[@chris_favreau]

The intro got the like by itself.

[@GallaghersGrub]

Great mods dude!

[@danielmontalvo1984]

I love how you tubers put their own disclaimers to all the haters prior to starting their videos.... keep up the good work bro!

[@tonychand4789]

The king Kong cover is great. It's performing very well in Chicago winters.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Good to know!

[@progers5019]

Hey Justin. What a cool project and video and challenge. Let's see, I've got a red kettle, I know Louis, I have a Home Depot, I have a drill. Hmmm..I think I will. Copying is my all time favorite thing. Thanks for the blueprint. Oh, and thanks for the mention. Love the looks of that cooker too. Like Grumpus, I love that Red N Black BBM decal, which happens to be my fav colors.

[@BabyBackManiac]

My favorite colors too. Thanks for watching, bud

[@Rumeel12708]

Wooo pretty cool, thinking of buying my pops one, I did see the red one, like the whole cart system, table is so handy!

[@CookingWithCJ]

“Just be people together...” lol! Love it brother! I’m jealous of that set up and of you finding it for half price! What the duce? That’s awesome Justin! Have a good one!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks man. It was hidden behind the flowers and poinsettias and it just never sold as the prices dropped. I actually had been watching it for a few months.

[@LassesFoodAndBarbecue]

This is n excellent mod. If i just find a nice enough performer used i will mount my LE in that, it is so cool! thanks for filming this Justin!

[@BabyBackManiac]

my pleasure, man. Thanks for watching.

[@ShaneLindie]

Great video!

[@patrickhayes6132]

I love your videos you were my first BBQ channel i started watching and love your content. But i really loved this video i love my weber kettle and love seeing different ideas on them i will most def send you a video of my set up tha ks for the great channel!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Awesome! Thx

[@yangjames188]

so beautiful !!!

[@thegrumpyolgringo]

There's more skills there, than you think. Although good mods, I think I like the the Baby Back Maniac wrap the best. 😎. I love the idea of featuring other unique grills. Nicely Done. Thanks for sharing. 😎.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thank you!

[@danssmokintreasures]

Nice Dramatic opening Justin. Fun stuff.

[@topheavykoolaid]

I’ve never seen this channel before. But this guy’s grill game is awesome.

[@w1llthajawbreakder]

Looks great! Any tips on locating correct dimensions for the bracket holes onto the kettle? Want to make sure I have them in the right spot before drilling haha

[@mrfunkybassist]

Awesome! Looks good!

[@TheTournyman]

Great Vid can’t wait to see ya cook on it

[@chillz0052]

80’s montage music for the win!!

[@pmavoider]

Dude great intro!!! :)

[@richardducati]

Houuuu! very nice in red! Super video too! Sooooo! Here's my subscription!

[@jeffth205]

I've been using the off brand covers for everything in my pit also. I can get 4 covers for the price of 1, Nice job on the conversion......banging.

[@devonstone4305]

great video do you have any information on a good deep fryer

[@MrSteviej893]

Showing off the DIY skills as well as the BBQ skills...go Justin lol. Great mods. I think I'm going to watch this series and maybe make some mods to mine.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Awesome! Then send me the footage. lol

[@timmartinez135]

Love when you drop new content.

[@willmedveal]

I picked up a used Webber Cart and the fiberglass tray was trashed. I'm having a buddy who's into woodwork making me a badass replacement "l'll share photos later". What I like about this video is that I saw a few add on's I didn't know existed. Thanks for the video!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Glad it was helpful!

[@skydivejw]

Any recommendations on a good BBQ light for night cooks?

[@jerryjohnson9568]

Mind sharing who makes the work stations on wheels you have on your patio? Look clean and sturdy. Looking for some now.

[@anthonym8220]

This is exactly what I’ve been looking for. I have the same red kettle and my little one just pushed it over and chipped the paint and dented the lid. Lucky it was not hot. Will be doing this once I find a performer frame 👍 thanks for the video!

[@BabyBackManiac]

No problem

[@kingkielbasa2991]

Great Video Justin and a great price for that Weber performer. Want to see some more cooks on the lone star grill and that gabbys grill buddy

[@WhatWeDoChannel]

That is a cool grill! You certainly have more DIY skills than I do! Klaus

[@BabyBackManiac]

I love it! lol. I promise it's not much more.

[@kennyschum]

Have had the King Kong cover for my Weber E-310 a couple of years now. Fully exposed year round to Illinois weather. Seems to be holding up great. Great job on the mods!

[@BabyBackManiac]

When I filmed that I had not yet taken it out of the box. Seems really nice and it came with a grill brush.

[@huckinator]

I liked this video based on the opening alone lol

[@skwerlee]

Awesome mods Justin looks great

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks bud

[@kblackmon919]

Glad I found this channel.. I am in the market and still trying to decide what to get.. Whats the difference between the performer and the summit? and do you like the KJ better than the kamado kamodo?

[@eltonsbbq-pit]

Thanks for doing this.. Very inspiring.. Cheers

[@sdekm1]

Sorry I'm late getting here. Love the mods. Where did you get that Weber damper handle?

[@rlinton1]

Nice build, Justin.

[@kennyutube123]

I haven't thought of leg warmers, roller disco and that movie "Fame" from 1980 until I watched this video with that background music, Justin.. do you roller skate? :) Great video Brother, the red kettle performer does look awesome! Always great videos from you.

[@MrMegaTruong]

Love the intro!

[@PeterGregg]

I saw a camera! I saw two cameras! Love the awesome neighbors shouting BBQ from across the street :)Love you, awesome video, big thumbs up! Can I have more please :)

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks buddy. Good to see you uploading

[@dougnoe7094]

I'm gonna bulid one in the porch of my cabin....the cabin almost done I send it to you later this year!!! P.s. thanks for all the weber tips it really improved my bbq!!

[@mcfaddenoutdoors4640]

Great video

[@rlewis1203]

Great video I’m a Weber user but I’m not at the point of modifying my grill yet. I think 22” kettle is the best grill around!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@danasuechilds]

Four years later and viewing this video again for accessories and cover. How well has your King Kong cover held up or have you purchased another? I have a Classic Accessories Veranda Water-Resistant 48 Inch BBQ Grill Cover for Weber Performer from amazon that only lasted about 2 1/2 years and then faded heavily and has started to tear. Curious if anyone else has had better results with a BBQ cover for the Performer with the table since it is an odd shape.

[@TheOlddoggie]

Home at me internet!!! Love this quote!!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Great idea Justin. I'll be sending you a clip. You looked like you had a good time with this video. I am sure our people will be talking soon. Take care.

[@Dorismyers69]

Nice job!!!

[@nelsonaviles344]

Did you actually do the whole measuring out the kettle on a big paper and all ? To drill out holes like the guy in r shack bbq did?

[@MadHouseBBQnyc]

I am torn between getting a 48" lang or a same size lone star but can't really find any comparisons online. I live in NY so i can't really see any unless I buy them. I know you have a Lone star and wanted to know your opinion?

[@richardscott6892]

Just received my deluxe Webber!

[@robertore2156]

You are great . This vid was too!

[@STE6168]

I have been looking for a red Weber to "hotrod" - Nice.