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An easy DIY fix for the latch design problem!
I bought the grill knowing that the weak point was the latch mechanism that kept the lid closed.
I found Ace hardware part no 5300223 Draw Tight Catch to benjust what I was looking for.
I drilled out the rivets holding the old latch in place, enlarged the holes a bit, the pop riveted the upper mechanism in place.
After that, I positioned the lower mechanism, drilled two holes, two more pop rivets and - problem solved! The new latch is probably what the factory should have done.
A super easy fix if you're even marginally handy.
July 2017 · Patio Lawn and Garden · verified purchase