The replacement Big Green EGG band & hinge kit offers several features that EGG owners really like.
Soft Open & Close:
The biggest benefit and most significant improvement is the smooth and effortless motion of the dome. The innovative spring design reduces the effective weight of the dome, making it very easy to open & close.
Overbite & Underbite Adjustments;
Another advantage is the ability to easily correct for dome overbite and underbite. With just four simple steps, including disconnecting the springs, repositioning the dome, and retightening the bolts, you can achieve the perfect alignment. The ratcheting wrench we include free makes the process even faster.
Replacing the Dome Gasket:
Additionally, replacing the dome gasket has never been easier. By removing the handle, loosening the back dome bolt, and sliding out the dome, you can easily access and replace the gasket. The two wrenches we include free are handy for this task as well.
Free Wrenches with One Big Plus:
Each kit comes with the two required wrenches for the installation. The wrench for the multiple acorn nuts is a 12-pt. ratcheting wrench. It will make assembly much easier and should not mar the nuts' painted finish like metal open-end & box wrenches. You will appreciate the better look using the ratcheting wrench.
Keep the wrenches in the toolbox as dedicated EGG wrenches. Then, every couple of months you can do a quick check to make sure the nuts are snug.
Important - Measure Before Ordering:
Before ordering, measure the diameter of your Big Green EGG's cooking grid. The grid is what the food sits on. Do not measure any part of the actual Big Green EGG. Compare your measurement to the diameters listed alongside the Big Green EGG grills below.
This is the easiest way to ensure you get the right size Big Green EGG band kit. Trust us on this, as you would not believe the number of folks who think their Big Green EGG is one size, but it is actually another size.
Big Green EGG Band Kits;
- XXL, 2XLarge w/ Anti-Sway – 29" diameter grid,
- XL EGG – 24" diameter grid,
- Large EGG – 18.25" diameter grid,
- Medium EGG – 15" or 15.75" diameter grid,
- Small or MiniMax EGG – 13" diameter grid,
- Mini EGG – 9.5" or 10" diameter grid.
Note: Due to their special use and packaging, Band Kits are non-returnable.
Ideal Time to Change-Out the Gasket:
During the band kit change is the easiest and best time to replace the gasket seal on the EGG base and dome. We carry Aramid Nomex, peel and stick gaskets at fantastic prices. If ordered, the gasket will ship in the Band Kit Box.
Big Green EGG (OEM) Product:
Over the years, Big Green EGG has made several modifications to the various band assemblies. The Band kits are the most current version from Big Green EGG and include the entire assembly - bands, springs, handle, hardware and instructions. We add two wrenches and free shipping.
Note - all hardware is now black, no brass or sliver colored self-clinch bolts.
Time wise, it is about a two to three beer change out. It is not difficult!
