Just signed up yesterday. Got a warm welcome in the introduction forum.
My firebox is rusting and has developed several holes the size of a half dollar. I purchased a kick ash basket, removed the cast iron charcoal grate and gave it a whirl. Love the basket, but with the extra holes in the box it's difficult to regulate temps, so no lo & slow and just steaks and such for now. And more holes are inevitable. Me and ol Bubba have been friends going on 10, 11 years, but I think I may have to put him out to pasture. Before I do, though, I was wondering if anyone has replaced theirs with a ceramic firebox from say, BGE or KJ etc, and if so was it a good idea. If not maybe some feedback on if it's possible (size, supports, etc). Thanks. Meanwhile I'll pester the powers that be for a new kamado